Obituary announcement at Asia Samachar

HOW TO REACH US: Send Whatsapp to +6017-335-1399 or Facebook message (best to send request to BOTH channels for speedy response)

Asia Samachar provides prompt announcement service for Saskaar / Cremation and Path Da Bhog (Prayers). We also provide space for IN MEMORY announcement as well as the IN LOVING MEMORY video montage.

Listed below are the documents and information required to make the announcements at Asia Samachar. You can send across the documents/details via Facebook or email to asia.samachar@gmail.com or Whatsapp to +6017-3351399.

A. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE ANNOUNCEMENT:

1. Photo of the departed

2. Identification proof of the departed

3. Death certificate (or proof of death)

4. Identification proof of sender (proof of sender)

5. Handphone number of sender (for our records)

6. Name/handphone of immediate family member (parents, siblings, children) who wants to make the announcement (if it’s someone other than yourself)

B. INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR THE ANNOUNCEMENT:

Name:

City / Town or Company the departed is associated with (This is for easy recognition of distant friends. It usually appears in the headline)

Village: (optional)

Born: (date)

Departed: (date)

Husband/Wife: (optional)

Children / Spouses: (optional)

Grandchildren: (optional)

Saskaar / Cremation: time, date, place

Cortège timing: Cortège leaves from (time, date, place)

Path da Bhog: (Time, date, place)

Contact: (optional)

Any message from the family:

Additional information of the departed: (Something that he or she had achieved, accomplished or conquered. Something that the family and the community could be proud of. Something significant)

(You can adjust the above details suit your programme / prayer event)

C. PACKAGES AVAILABLE

OPTION 1) One time announcement (either of saskaar/cremation, Path da Bhog, saskaar/cremation & Path da Bhog together or In Memory) at at Asia Samachar website, Facebook & Instagram. Payment: RM350

OPTION 2) First announcement to announce immediately the saskaar / cremation, second announcement to update Path Da Bhog / prayer details. Both announcements to appear at Asia Samachar at website, Facebook & Instagram. Payment: RM600

OPTION 3) Option 1 plus a IN LOVING MEMORY video montage. Family to provide photos and appropriate captions. Payment: RM1,200.

A recent sample of the video montage (for Option 3) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQOyPDNQ_p8

(See IN LOVING MEMORY video montage samples at Facebook here, here and here; or at Youtube here, here, here and here.)

OPTION 4) Option 1B plus an ARTICLE (to be published at an appropriate time) capturing the life and times of the person in concern. The Asia Samachar team will interview via phone some family members to get the appropriate information for the article. This will help the family to preserve the family legacy and history; and may even be the first draft of the family history. Payment: RM2,500

D. PAYMENT DETAILS:

Acc No: 514105207885

Name: Double Dot Enterprise

Bank: Maybank

(Send across slip once payment is done)

E. MORE DETAILS

• We will run the announcement as soon as we get the information/documents, payments can be made as soon as you are able to do so.
• The announcement will be made available online for at least one month (unless there are technical glitches beyond the control of the portal).
• We reserve the right to decline publishing announcement requests.
• We will waive the payment if the family cannot afford the payment (done on a case by case basis).
• We are not responsible for the accuracy of the details provided.
• Use the information provided at your own risk.

SAMPLE 1
A woman of courage and passion. A devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother. A dedicated caregiver who has selflessly served her patients.

SAMPLE 2
A simple, humble and very hardworking father & husband who has left his family behind with wonderful memories to cherish forever. Special thanks to the caretakers.

SAMPLE 3
She rose to the challenges life threw her way steadfastly with what little she had. She never saw a lack of education and finance as a barrier. Instead, she focused on her positive attributes such as her excellent cooking and entrepreneurship skills to support her family in the best way she could. She was a compassionate gutsy person, a devoted daughter and a kind, loving mom to us.

SAMPLE 4
We sincerely thank everyone for their condolences, prayers, assistance, love and support during this difficult time.

SAMPLE 5
Our father/mother was our pillar of strength, a great soul who has done everything for us.

SAMPLE 6
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of (name), a beloved great grandmother, grandmother, mother, sister and friend, who passed away on (name). She lived a full and vibrant life in which she was loved and adored by everyone around her. She was a devoted and loving lady, always putting the needs of her family before her own. Being fiercely protective, nothing made her happier than seeing them grow and thrive. Her children were the center of her universe, and she loved them unconditionally, as they did in return. Known for her legendary meals, filling her kitchen with the aroma of spices and love.

Mata Ji leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. She is survived by her four children, two sons and two daughters, and her ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all those who knew and loved her.

SAMPLE 7
Her life was a blessing, her memory a precious treasure, xxx is loved beyond words, missed beyond measure, forever dancing in our hearts.

(name) was renowned for her lack of patience, not holding back her opinion and a knack for telling it like it is. We miss her wit, her charm and her big heart. The heart that served her so well in this world ultimately failed her at far too young an age.

We ask that in memory of xxx and her one year anniversary that you do something for someone less fortunate than yourself. Feed the hungry, help an animal or simply admire something in nature.

SAMPLE 8
You will always be part of us in our hearts and our prayers, we will miss you and fondly remember you in every moment of our life, Maa Ji ♥️

SAMPLE 9
“Those we love don’t go away, they sit beside us every day.”

SAMPLE 10
Goodbye to a great mother, grandmother and aunt. Your shining personality will live on and be cherished in our hearts forever. Your smile, laughter, admonishment will be sorely missed and remembered.

SAMPLE 11
You will be dearly missed by your family, relatives and friends. We love you so much. You will forever remain in our hearts.

SAMPLE 12
(name), lovingly known as (name), is dearly missed by family and friends. Hailing from (place), Mata Ji was nothing less than a pillar and strength of the family. And it was a big, loving family of which consisted of 19 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. No words can describe how much we miss you & how empty our life is without you. You will always be remembered and remain in our hearts. Forever will be loved and cherished by her Sons, Daughters, Daughters-in-law, Sons-in-law, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Siblings, a Host of Relatives & Great Friends. She may have been gone, but her memories are etched deep in our minds.

SAMPLE 13
“What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget”

SAMPLE 14
Our community will always remember her for the sumptuous food she made with love for all.
A heart so large, always giving, you lived for all, now let heaven live for you.

SAMPLE 15
Exceptional Dad who was kind and gentle. Had great pride and passion in the work he did and took great care of his family.

SAMPLE 16
Please treat this as a personal invitation. Your presence will be appreciated.

SAMPLE 17
(name) is a super fan of (something) . Will never be forgotten for his wonderful smile, heartfelt laughter and will always be loved dearly by his sisters, brothers, relatives and friends.

SAMPLE 18

Our family humbly invites you to join us for a special prayer gathering as we come together to remember and honour the life of our beloved xxxx. His/Her presence in our lives was a blessing, and as we gather in his/her memory, we find strength and solace in our shared love and cherished memories.

SHABAD 1 

ਜੋ ਆਇਆ ਸੋ ਚਲਸੀ ਸਭੁ ਕੋਈ ਆਈ ਵਾਰੀਐ ॥ Jo aaya so chalsi sab koi aayi wariye “Whoever has come, shall depart; all shall have their turn.”

SHABAD 2

ਇਕਿ ਸੇਵਕ ਗੁਰ ਪਾਸਿ ਇਕਿ ਗੁਰਿ ਕਾਰੈ ਲਾਈਆ ॥ Ek Sevak Gur Paas Ek Gur Kaarai Laaeyaa The Guru keeps some of His Servants with Him, and engages others in His Service – SGGS, 648

SHABAD 3

ਗੁਰਮੁਖ ਜਨਮ ਸਵਾਰ ਦਰਗਹ ਚਲਿਆ॥ ਸਚੀ ਦਰਗਹ ਜਾਇ ਸਚਾ ਪਿੜ ਮਲਿਆ॥ Gurmukh Janam Savār Dargah Chaliā॥ Sachee Dharageh Jae Sacha Pirr Malia|| (Bhai Gurdas, Var 19, Pauri 14)

SHABAD 4

ਇਕਿ ਸੇਵਕ ਗੁਰ ਪਾਸਿ ਇਕਿ ਗੁਰਿ ਕਾਰੈ ਲਾਈਆ ॥
Ek Sevak Gur Paas Ek Gur Kaarai Laaeyaa
The Guru keeps some of His Servants with Him, and engages others in His Service – SGGS Ang 648

SHABAD 5

ਜੇਹਾ ਚੀਰੀ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਤੇਹਾ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਕਮਾਹਿ ॥
ਘਲੇ ਆਵਹਿ ਨਾਨਕਾ ਸਦੇ ਉਠੀ ਜਾਹਿ ॥੧॥

Jaehaa Cheeree Likhiaa Thaehaa Hukam Kamaahi ||
Ghalae Aavehi Naanakaa Sadhae Outhee Jaahi ||1|| (SGGS, 1239)

SHABAD 6

ਅਬ ਕੀ ਬਾਰ ਬਖਸਿ ਬੰਦੇ ਕਉ ਬਹੁਰਿ ਨ ਭਉਜਲਿ ਫੇਰਾ ॥੩॥੭॥
O Lord, please forgive Your slave now, in this life, so that he may not have to return again to this terrifying world-ocean. ||3||7|| (SGGS, 1104)

SHABAD 7

ਚਲ ਦਰਹਾਲ ਦੀਵਾਨਿ ਬੁਲਾਇਆ।। ਹਰਿ ਫੁਰਮਾਨੁ ਦਰਗਹ ਕਾ ਆਇਆ।। ਰਹਾਉ।।
“Go quickly, Dharma-Raj has called ; The command of the Lord’s shrine has come.” (SGGS, 792)

SHABAD 8

ਜੋਤਿ ਮਿਲੀ ਸੰਗਿ ਜੋਤਿ ਰਹਿਆ ਘਾਲਦਾ ॥
Joth Milee Sang Joth Rehiaa Ghaaladhaa ||

SHABAD 9

ਹੁਕਮੇ ਆਵੈ ਹੁਕਮੇ ਜਾਵੈ ਹੁਕਮੇ ਰਹੈ ਸਮਾਈ ॥
Everyone comes here at the Lord’s command, leaves in His will and remains merged, too, in the Lord’s will. (SGGS, 940)

SHABAD 10

ਖਿਨ ਮਹਿ ਉਪਜੈ ਖਿਨਿ ਖਪੈ ਖਿਨੁ ਆਵੈ ਖਿਨੁ ਜਾਇ ॥ ਸਬਦੁ ਪਛਾਣੈ ਰਵਿ ਰਹੈ ਨਾ ਤਿਸੁ ਕਾਲੁ ਸੰਤਾਇ ॥

In an instant, one is born, and in an instant, one dies. In an instant one comes, and in an instant one goes.
One who recognizes the Shabad merges into it, and is not afflicted by death. (SGGS, 58)

Khin Mehi Oupajai Khin Khapai Khin Aavai Khin Jaae ||
Sabadh Pashhaanai Rav Rehai Naa This Kaal Santhaae ||

SHABAD 11

“O Fareed, the crane perches on the river bank, playing joyfully. While it is playing, a hawk suddenly pounces upon it. When the Hawk of God attacks, playful sport is forgotten. God does what is not expected or even not foreseen.” (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, 1383)

SHABAD 12

“Whosoever has come shall depart; all shall have their turn.” (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, 474)