A funeral program (also called an order of service) guides attendees through the ceremony and serves as a lasting keepsake. This free template includes everything you need — from the cover design to the order of service — ready to customize and print.
[Front Cover]
[Photo]
[Full Name]
[Birth Date] — [Death Date]
"[Favorite quote or scripture]"
[Inside — Order of Service]
[Back Cover]
The family of [Name] gratefully acknowledges your expressions of love and sympathy.
[Complete pack includes 5 program designs, celebration of life template, and editable Word/PDF files]
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Print 25-50% more than your expected attendance. Programs are often taken as keepsakes, and extra copies are useful for those who couldn't attend. A typical service needs 75-200 programs.
The most common size is 5.5" x 8.5" (half letter), printed on both sides and folded. This fits standard printers and is easy to hold during the service.
Yes. With a template, a home printer, and cardstock paper, you can create professional-looking programs. Many office supply stores also offer same-day printing services.
A funeral program is a multi-page booklet with the order of service. A memorial card (or prayer card) is a single small card with the person's photo, dates, and a poem/prayer — often given as a keepsake.
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Last updated: June 2026. Templates are for personal use. FuneralCostIn is not a funeral home.