Funeral Card Templates
Funeral cards, also called memorial, remembrance, or prayer cards, offer family and friends a small keepsake to remember someone who has died. Choose a design that feels right for the service, then personalize it with meaningful details such as a photo, dates, a short tribute, a poem, prayer, or scripture.
Templates can help make this task more manageable when there are many arrangements to handle. Browse the available options below to find a starting point for your card.
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Funeral cards can reflect religious traditions, a secular celebration of life, or a simple personal style. Common formats include pocket-sized memorial cards, prayer cards, bookmarks, and folded cards.
What to include on a funeral or memorial card
Keep the card focused on the person being remembered. The exact content is a personal choice and can be guided by your family’s customs, beliefs, and preferences.
- The person’s name
- Dates of birth and death
- A favorite photograph or a meaningful image
- A brief obituary, tribute, or biography
- A poem, quote, prayer, or scripture
A high-resolution color photograph is generally a good choice when including a portrait. Some families instead choose a religious image, a nature scene, or another image with personal meaning.
Choose a format and finish
Consider how the cards will be shared. Pocket-size cards are easy to hand out at a funeral, visitation, memorial service, or celebration of life. A bookmark format may suit a longer poem or prayer, while a folded card provides more room for a tribute.
If you plan to print at home, cardstock can provide a sturdier result than regular copy paper. Laminating is another option for families who want a more durable keepsake.
Printing your memorial cards
You may print cards at home or work with a printer. If using a printer, look for clear information about available designs, turnaround times, secure ordering, customer support, and design assistance if you need it.
Before printing, review every name, date, and line of text carefully. It can also help to print one test copy first to check the photo, spacing, and readability.
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[elfsight_youtube_gallery id=”1″]Frequently asked questions
What is a funeral card template?
A funeral card template is a pre-designed layout for creating a memorial, remembrance, or prayer card for a funeral or memorial service.
What information goes on a funeral card?
Many cards include the person’s name, dates of birth and death, and a photograph. You may also include a short obituary or tribute, along with a poem, prayer, scripture, quote, or other personal message.
Are funeral cards and memorial cards the same thing?
These terms are often used interchangeably. You may also hear them called remembrance cards or prayer cards. The card can be religious or secular and designed around the person being remembered.
Can I print funeral cards at home?
Yes. Families may print cards at home or use a printer. For home printing, cardstock can be a more durable choice than regular copy paper. Printing a test copy first can help you check the photo and text.
When are memorial cards shared?
Memorial cards may be handed out at a funeral, visitation, memorial service, or celebration of life. They can accompany a funeral program or be shared on their own as a keepsake.
Can a funeral card be used for a digital memorial?
Yes. A card design can be adapted for a digital memorial, such as a social media post or digital photo album.
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