Place an obituary
Please choose your Obituary Package and fill out the form.
If you have additional questions call (612) 673-4130 or (800) 927-9133 to get started!
For more information, take a look at our Print Obituary FAQ or Enhanced Online Obituary FAQ.
Step 1 of 2:
Select a Package
Print + Online
$13.45 per line*
- 1 - 3 photos available (1” or 1.5”)
- Appears in print and on StarTribune.com
- Free permanent online guest book
*Print pricing varies by obituary length
$13.45 per line (approximately 30-35 characters per line)
Print + Enhanced Online
$13.45 per line*
+ $150 additional charge
or free for print orders over $500
- 1 - 3 photos available (1” or 1.5”)
- Up to 25 photos in online gallery
- Appears in print and on StarTribune.com
- Free permanent online guest book
- Display memorial events
- Share memorial funds for donations
- List living & deceased family members
*Print pricing varies by obituary length
$13.45 per line (approximately 30-35 characters per line)
Enhanced Online Only
Flat Rate: $300
- Up to 25 photos in online gallery
- Appears on StarTribune.com
- Free permanent online guest book
- Display memorial events
- Share memorial funds for donations
- List living & deceased family members
Frequently Asked Questions
Suggested obituary format:
Full name (bold print = 2 or 4 lines of space)
Age
City
Date of death
Preceded in death by
Survived by
Accomplishments, interests, stories
Visitation information (day, time, location)
Service information (day, time, location)
Interment (day, time, location if desired)
Memorial preferences (if any)
The cost of a paid funeral notice is $13.45 per line for one day in all editions. To publish the same notice for additional days the discounted rate is 50% off each additional day. Price includes a permanent online obit and guestbook. Approximately 30-35 characters fit per line
Multiple photos and graphics are available and increase line count. For samples, please see “A Guide to Star Tribune Obituaries (PDF).” Email photos to: paidobits@startribune.com. Photos should be in high quality .JPG or .TIF format (minimum 200 dpi), preferably cropped in a square shape. Photos may be dropped off at the Star Tribune Building, 650 3rd Ave. S., Suite 1300 before 4 PM weekdays.
| Print Placement Schedule: | |
|---|---|
| To appear on: | Place by: |
| Sunday | Saturday, 2pm |
| Monday | Sunday, 2pm |
| Tuesday | Monday, 7pm |
| Wednesday | Tuesday, 7pm |
| Thursday | Wednesday, 7pm |
| Friday | Thursday, 7pm |
| Saturday | Friday, 6pm |
| Online Placement Schedule: | |
|---|---|
| Standard Print | |
| (Online Replica) | Appears online the evening before newspaper publish date |
| Always Remembering | Appears online upon approval |
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Our representatives are ready to help you through the process
| Hours of operation | |
|---|---|
| Mon-Thu | 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Friday | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Sat/Sun | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Holidays | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
Contact us
- General: (612) 673-4000
- Obituaries: (612) 673-4130 or (800) 927-9133
- paidobits@startribune.com