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SUMMARY:All the News That’s Fit to Print: Write Your Own Obituary with
 Reneé B. Johnson (Session 2)
LOCATION:Hayner Library\, 132 Alton Square\, Alton\, IL 62002
DESCRIPTION:All the News That’s Fit to Print: Write Your Own Obituary 
with Reneé B. Johnson Monday\, August 3 and Monday\, August 17\, 2026\
, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Two session workshop) Hayner Genealogy & Local Hist
ory Library A good obituary tells us a bit about the deceased\, more t
han just when they were born and died but how they lived. An exception
al obituary reveals their personality and priorities\, it draws us int
o their world for just a moment. It leaves us feeling like we know the
m that much more. This important document may celebrate their achievem
ents\, identify their family\, and share their legacy. So why leave th
e writing of such an intimate\, lasting statement to someone else? Wri
te your own obituary. Have the last word and get the dates right. Alle
viate the stress for your loved ones. You are the expert on you and yo
ur life. This two-part workshop will help you consider what you want t
o include in your obituary\, how best to convey your thoughts\, and pr
ovide feedback on your draft. Both sessions\, led by Reneé B. Johnson\
, will be held Wednesdays August 5 and 19 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. a
t the Hayner Genealogy & Local History Library. A pre-session question
naire and other materials will be sent to registered participants prio
r to the first session. Participants will be expected to do most of th
eir writing between sessions. Session 1 – August 3\, 2026\, 6:00 p.m. 
\nReview of Pre-session questionnaire. \n What is an obituary and what
is a legacy letter? \n How to craft the document you want. \nSession 
2 – August 17\, 2026\, 6:00 p.m. \nConsiderations of Placement and Dis
tribution \n Sharing and Feedback \nThis workshop is limited to ten pa
rticipants. Register now by calling 1-800-613-3163.\n\nEvent details: 
https://www.riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=53259
URL:https://www.riverbender.com/events/details.cfm?seriesid=53259
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