How to Submit an Obituary to the Los Angeles Conservancy

Submission Guidelines for Obituaries to the Los Angeles Conservancy

The Los Angeles Conservancy welcomes obituary submissions. If you wish to submit an obituary, please follow these guidelines:

Requirements for Submission:

1. Full Name: Provide the deceased’s full name.
2. Birth and Death Dates: Include their years of birth and death. The death must have occurred within the last six months.
3. Your Details: List your full name, your relationship to the deceased, and your contact information.
4. Permission Confirmation: If you are not a family member, confirm that you have permission from the family to write the obituary.
5. Obituary Length: Write an obituary of about 160 words. This should detail the individual’s connection to the Los Angeles Conservancy, historic preservation, or Los Angeles history.
6. Charitable Donations: If applicable, mention requests for charitable donations only if directed to the Los Angeles Conservancy. Learn more about tribute gifts.

Processing Time:

Submissions will take 3-7 business days to be posted. All content may be edited for clarity and length.

Submission Method:

Send your obituary to news@laconservancy.org.