Funeral Notice Template
අවමංගල්ය දැන්වීම
Respectful bilingual funeral notice / obituary with lineage, funeral arrangement details, and a closing reflection. Suitable for newspaper and social media.
A free Sinhala funeral notice + obituary template
Sri Lankan funeral notices follow a settled rhythm — the full name and life dates of the departed, the surviving family, the cortege time and venue, and a closing line of reflection or scripture. This template gives you that complete skeleton in Sinhala and English so newspaper + social media + printed notice versions all share the same source.
Edit the placeholders directly. The tone is intentionally restrained — no decorative flourishes, no loud headings — so the notice reads with the respect the moment calls for.
What's included
- Centred opener with the full name + age + place
- Lineage block (spouse, parents, children, siblings)
- Funeral arrangement: residence, cortege time, venue
- A closing Pali line for Buddhist families (editable)
- Save as PDF for the newspaper notice; copy as plain text for WhatsApp + Viber announcements
Frequently asked questions
Is this template appropriate for newspaper notices?
Yes. The layout mirrors the bilingual notices that run in Sri Lankan dailies (Daily Mirror, Daily News, Lankadeepa). Most newspapers will accept a PDF emailed to their classified desk.
Can I use this for a non-Buddhist funeral?
Yes. The Pali closing line is a default for Buddhist families — replace it with a scripture verse, prayer, or quiet message that suits your tradition. The rest of the template is non-denominational.
How long should the notice be?
Newspaper notices are typically 80–150 words for the body copy. The template fits that target by default — add or remove lineage names as needed.