- The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing Obituaries by Denise Graveline and Judy Stewart
- Writing and Remembering: A Guide to Composing Obituaries by Robert Hass and David B. Axelrod
- How to Write an Obituary: A Guide for Families and Friends by Joanna D. Kelley
- The Art of the Obituary: A Guide to Writing Memorable Tributes by Margalit Fox