Letter of Recommendation

   Fill-in-the-Blank Illness Obituary

{Name} died on {date} in {City, State} at the age of {age} after a {long/short} battle with {illness/disease}.

{Name} was born on {date} in {City, State} to {Parent Names}. He always had a passion for {subject}, and mastered the needed skill as {trade school/college}. He was quickly hired by {Company}, where he spent {number} years as a {position}.

After retirement, {Name} planned to enjoy {activities/hobbies/travel} with {family member(s)}. Unfortunately, in {Month, Year}, he was diagnosed with {illness or disease}. He weathered treatment with his usual grit, but {passed away/died/went to be with his Lord} with his family by his side. His family would like to thank the staff at {Health Care Facility Name} for their tireless and dedicated care.

{Name} will be remembered for {qualities} as well as {personality quirks}. He was a devoted fan of {sports team or activity}. And he never met a {dog/dad joke/etc.} he didn’t like. {Name} liked to say {quote or saying}.

{Name} is survived by {family members} as well as his many friends at {club or organization}. Missing him as well is his {pet species, Name}.

A memorial service is scheduled for {time and date} at {location}, with a reception to follow at {location}. Donations can be made in his name to benefit research for {illness or disease}.

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