Light blue funeral card with golden stars

A fresh, open funeral card

A death announcement that lives on a web page and is shared by message, email or social media is what we call an online funeral card. It carries the same details as a printed card, reaches everyone on the same day and remains available for those who want to look again. This version is designed for a life that ended too early, with a portrait at its heart.

The mood is light and clear. A pale blue card rests on a blue-grey ground scattered with little golden stars, which frame the page on both sides. The top half is divided between words and image: on the left the line of remembrance, the name in a graceful script and the dates; on the right a portrait in warm evening light. Below, all practical information is centred beneath teal headings, from the time of the funeral to a friendly note about clothing. Nothing is heavy or dark, yet the card remains unmistakably a farewell.

Send the link once the arrangements are settled, to family, friends and everyone who knew her through work, school or sport. Readers who want to attend can add the funeral to their calendar directly from the card, so the date is not lost among other messages.

Frequently asked questions

Can the card be ready at short notice?

Yes. The design is complete, so only the portrait, the name, the dates and the practical details need to be entered. From the first edit to a shareable link is usually a matter of an hour, without a printer involved.

What does the card offer recipients?

A condolence register for personal words, a route button that opens the location in a maps app and a calendar button for the service. These sit together at the bottom of the card, so nobody needs to ask the family for details.

Is it fitting to invite guests to come in colour?

For many families it is. When someone young and full of life has died, a request to wear colour can reflect who she was. The card has a separate section for it, which you can reword or leave out entirely if a traditional dress code suits better.

What may be edited in this template?

The portrait, the opening line, the name, the dates, the family and every section, including its heading. What else an online funeral card can include is explained on that page.

Are there costs beyond the card itself?

No paper, no postage and no charge per recipient, so sharing widely costs nothing extra compared with printed cards. The pricing overview explains what a card includes before you begin.