We'll help you do it well. Heldword guides you through everything — the dates, the family, the career, the personality, the details that made them them — and shapes it into something worthy of their life.
Most obituary tools hand you a blank page or a fill-in-the-blank template. Heldword does something different — it asks thoughtful questions, listens to your answers, and shapes them into something that reads like it was written by someone who knew and loved the person you're honoring.
Many people find peace in telling their own story, on their own terms, while they're still here to tell it well. It's one of the most thoughtful things you can do for the people you love.
$34.99, one time. No subscription, no upsell at the end, no higher number waiting for you at checkout. The price is stated before you answer a single question — and it doesn't change.
Two distinctly written obituaries — different openings, different approaches, the same person. Take whichever feels right, use elements of both, or use either as your starting point. Both are yours to copy, print, or share immediately.
Yes — and you should. What we write is a strong, polished draft, not a final word. Copy it into any document, edit it freely, and add the details only you would know. The best obituaries always have that detail. We give you the foundation; you make it yours.
Yes. If you're not satisfied for any reason, email us at support@heldword.com within 10 days of purchase and we'll refund you in full — no questions asked, no forms to fill out.
Yes. Heldword supports both modes — writing for someone who has passed, and writing your own obituary in advance. Many people find real peace in telling their own story, on their own terms, while they're still here to tell it well. It's one of the most thoughtful things you can do for the people you love.
Yes. What you share is used only to write your obituary — nothing else. Your answers are not permanently stored after your session ends, not sold, and not used for advertising. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
Take as long as you need. There's no timer, no pressure, no clock.