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How to Publish a Loved One’s Obituary in the Newspaper

St. Paul, MN, USATuesday, April 28, 2026

Choose Your Method

  • Email: Send the required checklist to [email protected].
  • Online Portal: Use the publisher’s web interface.

If you need assistance, call 651‑228‑5263 for guidance.


What You’ll Need

Item Details
Deceased’s Name Full legal name.
Your Contact Info Complete address, phone number, and email.
Photo JPEG or PDF format. Can be reused for multiple days if you want a discount, but it must appear on each day of the obituary.

Verification Process

  1. Death Confirmation – The paper will verify the death by contacting the funeral home or a certified program.
  2. Death Certificate – A copy works, but you only need one of these checks.

Submission Flow

  1. Send Your Submission – via email or portal.
  2. Proof Review – The paper will send a proof by email or fax.
    • Read it closely.
    • Call back if anything is wrong before the deadline.
  3. Approval & Payment – Once approved, payment follows.
    • Call to pay by phone: credit card or EFT accepted.

Pricing

Description Cost
First 12 lines $162
Each extra line +$12
Over 40 lines 7.5% discount on all lines
Two runs (both dates) 20% cut on both dates
Third run Free
Photo (per day) $125
Two photos over two days Total $500

Deadlines

  • Deadlines are strict.
  • Send everything on time to secure your desired date.

Memoriam Notices

  • Less formal remembrances.
  • Different rates – call for details.

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