20 Death Announcement Examples for a Stepmother
Simple, respectful death announcement messages to help you share the news with clarity and care.
The death of a stepmother can bring a range of emotions — shared family history, blended roles, and memories that may feel both personal and layered. Finding steady, respectful wording can make it easier to let others know what has happened.
A death announcement is a short message used to inform others that someone has died. In the UK, it is often referred to as a death notice, and its purpose is to share the fact of the death clearly and respectfully, without personal reflection.
Many families choose to share a death announcement first, before fuller details or a longer obituary are written once arrangements are confirmed.
There’s no right way to approach these examples — you may find that only one or two feel right for you.
Names are optional in death announcements. These examples are written without names, making them easy to adapt to your own situation.
Short Death Announcement Examples
Brief wording often used for quick sharing or initial notifications.
We are sharing that our stepmother has died. Further details will follow once arrangements are confirmed.
Our stepmother passed away recently. Additional information will be shared when plans are in place.
This message is to inform others that our stepmother has died. Details will follow shortly.
We are announcing the death of our stepmother. More information will be shared in due course.
Our stepmother has died. Further updates will be provided when arrangements are confirmed.
We are informing friends and family of the death of our stepmother. Details will follow.
Standard Death Announcement Examples
A slightly fuller message, suitable when you want to share a little more detail.
We are sharing the news that our stepmother has died. Arrangements are being made, and further details will be shared once confirmed.
Our family would like to inform others of the death of our stepmother. More information will follow when arrangements are finalised.
We are announcing the death of our stepmother and thank you for your understanding while plans are being confirmed.
Our stepmother has died, and we wanted to let friends and extended family know. Further details will be shared shortly.
We are informing others that our stepmother has passed away. Funeral information will be shared once arrangements are confirmed.
Our family is sharing the news of our stepmother’s death. Additional information will follow when plans are in place.
ℹ️ Unsure If You’re Saying the Right Thing?
If you’d like a little more reassurance, our guide explains what a death announcement is, what it can include, and how others approach sharing sad news.
Read: Death Announcement Messages – Thoughtful Ways to Share Sad News
Formal Death Announcement Examples
More traditional wording, often preferred for formal or printed notices.
The family announce the death of their stepmother. Arrangements are being made and further information will be shared when confirmed.
It is announced that a stepmother has died. Details regarding arrangements will be provided at a later time.
The family wish to announce the death of their stepmother. Further information will be shared once arrangements are finalised.
Notice is given of the death of a stepmother. Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
Death Announcement Examples with Funeral Details
These examples focus only on sharing arrangements and practical details.
The funeral service for our stepmother will take place on Tuesday 19 March at 11:30am at St Andrew’s Church, Oxford. All welcome to attend.
It is announced that our stepmother has died. A service will take place on 12 April at 2:15pm at Greenfields Crematorium, Nottingham. All welcome.
The funeral of our stepmother will take place on Monday 18 March at 10:45am at Southgate Chapel, Exeter. Family flowers only are requested.
A private funeral service for our stepmother will be held on Thursday 28 March at 1:15pm at Lakeside Crematorium, Slough. Private service.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a death announcement?
A death announcement is a short message used to inform others that someone has died. Its purpose is to share the news clearly and respectfully, without going into personal details or reflections.
Is a death announcement the same as an obituary?
No. A death announcement focuses on sharing the fact of the death and, sometimes, practical details. An obituary is usually written later and reflects on who the person was and their life story.
Is a death announcement also called a death notice?
Yes. In the UK, a death announcement is often referred to as a death notice. Both terms are commonly used and generally mean the same thing.
How much should I include in a death announcement for my stepmother?
Most death announcements are kept brief. It’s enough to share that your stepmother has died and, if appropriate, whether any arrangements are known. You don’t need to say everything at once.
Do I need to include funeral details straight away?
No. Many families share a death announcement first and add funeral details later. It’s completely acceptable to say that details will follow when arrangements are confirmed.
🕊️ When You’re Ready to Share More
A death announcement helps inform others of the loss.
An obituary is different — it offers space to reflect on who your stepmother was and what she meant to others. Many families choose to write an obituary later, once the initial announcement has been shared.
If and when you feel ready, you may find these obituary examples helpful: