Templates & checklists
Free funeral resources
Calla offers 7 free funeral resources — planning checklists, an obituary template, eulogy examples, and more — that families can use as-is, with no sign-up or payment. Each one is written in plain language to help you handle the practical steps after a death without guesswork.
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Funeral planning checklist
A step-by-step checklist for planning a funeral or cremation: what to decide, who to call, and what documents to gather, ordered the way the decisions usually arise.
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Obituary template
A fill-in-the-blanks obituary template with every section laid out, from the announcement to survivors and service details. Replace the bracketed fields with your own.
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How to write an obituary
A step-by-step walkthrough for writing an obituary: what to include, what to leave out, and the common mistakes to avoid, with a draft achievable in under an hour.
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Obituary examples
Three complete example obituaries to use as a model: one traditional, one brief, and one for a celebration of life. All names and details are fictional illustrations.
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Eulogy examples
Two short example eulogies to read or adapt, each about two to three minutes spoken aloud. Both are written for fictional people, so you can borrow the structure and tone.
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Funeral program template
A printable order-of-service layout for a funeral or memorial program, the folded booklet handed out at the service. Fill in the bracketed fields and reorder to fit.
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Letter of instruction template
A fill-in letter of instruction recording your wishes and where everything is kept. It carries no legal authority like a will, but spares your family from guessing.
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Common questions
These templates and examples are for general use, not legal or financial advice. Sample names in our examples are fictional. For decisions about wills, estates, or money, confirm the details with a qualified professional.