**How to Place an Obituary with the Pioneer Press**
To place an obituary in the Pioneer Press, please follow the instructions and guidelines outlined below.
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### Submission Process
Obituaries must be submitted via email. There is **no online submission option** at this time.
**Send all information, as listed in the checklist below, to:**
**[email protected]**
You may also contact our obituary desk with questions at **651-228-5263**.
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### Obituary Checklist
Please include the following information in your email:
**General Information**
– Your full name
– Address (City, State, Zip Code)
– Phone number
– Alternate phone number (if any)
**Obituary Specification**
– Name of deceased
– Obituary text
– Photo (JPEG or PDF preferred; TIF and other formats accepted—if there are issues, we will contact you)
– Requested ad run dates
**Discounts:**
If you wish to run the obituary for multiple days, a discount applies—but must be scheduled on the first run date. If a photo is used, it must be published both days for the discount to apply. Contact us for details.
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### Policies
**Verification of Death**
To publish an obituary, we require:
– The name and phone number of the funeral home or cremation society handling arrangements
– We must verify the death with the funeral home or cremation society during their business hours
– If the deceased’s body was donated to the University of Minnesota Anatomy Bequest Program or another similar program, please provide their phone number for verification
– Alternatively, a death certificate is also acceptable (only one verification method is required)
**Guestbook and Outside Websites**
Obituaries cannot reference other media sources, guestbooks, or obituaries placed elsewhere. We can include a funeral home’s website or a family email address for contact. Reach out if you have specific questions regarding this policy.
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### Proofing & Publication
– Upon submission, you will receive a proof by fax or email for your review.
– The proof will include pricing and scheduled publication dates.
– Please review the proof carefully and notify us of any errors or changes before the notice appears, following our daily deadlines.
– We cannot be responsible for errors after final proofing.
**Online Notices:**
Any changes to online obituaries should be handled through the obituary desk. Call us for assistance.
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### Payment Procedure
All obituary notices require **pre-payment prior to publication** per our deadline schedule.
After approving your obituary proof, please call **651-228-5263** with your payment information.
**Payment Options**
– **Credit Card**: Accepted via phone only (for PCI compliance)
– **EFT/Check by Phone**: Provide your routing and account number
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### Pricing
– Minimum charge: **$162** for up to 12 lines
– Additional lines: **$12** per line
– Obituaries exceeding 40 lines receive a **7.5% discount** per line
– Second run date: **20% discount** off both placements (photo must appear both days for the discount)
– Place three obituaries: **Third is free**
– Each photo: **$125 per day** (e.g., 2 photos for 2 days = 4 charges = $500)
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### Deadlines & Hours
Please adhere to the following office hours and deadlines to ensure publication on your desired date:
– **Hours:** Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Closed weekends and holidays)
Contact us if you need precise deadline information.
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### Memoriam Submissions
Memoriam submissions are **remembrances of a loved one** who has passed and differ in rates from standard obituaries.
– For more information, please call **651-228-5280** or email us.
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**We are here to help during this difficult time. Please contact our obituary desk at 651-228-5263 with questions or for further assistance.**
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*This information is provided to ensure your notice appears exactly as you wish. Thank you for choosing the Pioneer Press.*
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