Welcome to Legacy Works

Welcome to Legacy Works

We’re Honored to Serve You
Thank you for trusting us with such an important part of your family’s journey.Our goal is to make this process as gentle, clear, and supportive as possible.

This questionnaire helps us learn your loved one’s story so we can write an obituary that truly honors their life — with dignity, warmth, and excellence.

You do not have to answer every question.Share only what feels right, and move at your own pace.

If you need assistance at any point:
legacyworkschicago@gmail.com
We are with you every step of the way
LEGACY WORKS –Remembrance and Reflection Guide

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BASIC INFORMATION
Full name of your loved one

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Prefix
Other
Nicknames or names they preferred
Date of birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Place of birth
Where lived if different from place of birth
Date of passing

MonthDayYear
Date
Age at the time of passing
Pronouns we should use when writing about them
Other
FAMILY DETAILS
(Only fill out what you’re comfortable sharing.)
Parents’ names
Spouse/partner’s name
Is spouse filling this form out
List Children's names and ages, list in (parenthesis next to children, spouses names and ages)
Siblings
Grandchildren
Close extended family (aunts, uncles, cousins, godparents, etc.)
Important friends who should be acknowledged
PERSONAL STORY
(This is where the heart of the obituary lives.)
How would you describe their personality in a few words?
What brought them joy?
What were they passionate about? (Hobbies, music, sports, art, community service)
How would they want to be remembered or what would they want to be remembered for?
Any funny stories or signature sayings?
What did they value most in life?
What were their greatest strengths?
What challenges did they overcome?
What made them unique?
LIFE JOURNEY
Schools they attended (optional years completed)
Degrees, certifications, or certificates
Military Service? (Branch, Years, Rank, Awards)
Career History — (jobs they were most proud of)
Organizations, Ministries, Clubs, Volunteer Work, Board Memberships
Awards, Recognitions or Honors
Major Accomplishments or Milestones
Faith Background or Spiritual Beliefs (optional)
RELATIONSHIPS & IMPACT
How did they show love to others?
Who Were the People Closest to Them?
How did they serve or uplift their community, family, friends or co-workers?
What life lessons or wisdom did they teach you or others?
A moment that captures who they truly were
FINAL DETAILS
Viewing/Funeral/Memorial Service Details (if available)
Officiant Name
Preferred photo for front and/or back of the Obituary

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Preferred quote, scripture, or song lyric
Is there a charity or cause the family wants to honor?
Any special instructions for tone:
OPTIONAL REFLECTION PROMPTS
(These help create the “three versions” with depth.)
What would you say if you had one more conversation with them?
What were they Proudest of in their life?
What did they hope people would learn from their life experiences, or stories?
What moments best define their legacy?
FAMILY CONTACT
Name of person completing this form
Relationship to your loved one
Best phone number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Best email address
example@example.com
Back up Person Contact Information (Name, Phone number, Email address)
TRIBUTES & MEDIA UPLOADS
(For photos, written tributes, videos, letters, and memories.)
Do you want to upload additional photos for use in the obituary or program?

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Upload any photo you would like included or considered

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Would you like to submit written tributes, letters, or notes from family/friends?
Upload written tributes (PDF, Word, or text files)

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(For Tributes video package only) upload any video messages, or video clips? (Submit it as an mp4)

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Is there a memorial slideshow, obituary draft, or program we should reference?

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Grace

Honor

Tribute

Ever-More

2-page memorial program
obituary writing ·
digital PDF copy

4 page design
2 revisions
PDF copy
100 Thank You notes

1 optional Keepsake,
100 Thank You notes
8 page design
2 revisions
PDF copy

12 page design
2 revisions
PDF copy
1 optional Keepsake
100 Thank You notes
Tribute Slideshow

$400

$600

$850

$1000

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Welcome to Legacy Works

LEGACY WORKS –Remembrance and Reflection Guide

BASIC INFORMATION

FAMILY DETAILS

(Only fill out what you’re comfortable sharing.)

PERSONAL STORY

(This is where the heart of the obituary lives.)

LIFE JOURNEY

RELATIONSHIPS & IMPACT

FINAL DETAILS

OPTIONAL REFLECTION PROMPTS

(These help create the “three versions” with depth.)

FAMILY CONTACT

TRIBUTES & MEDIA UPLOADS

(For photos, written tributes, videos, letters, and memories.)