Why are obituaries important, even though they may seem to be routine? Which elements are included in an obituary? When does news judgment come into play in writing obituaries? What questions need to...

Why are obituaries important, even though they may seem to be routine? Which elements are included in an obituary? When does news judgment come into play in writing obituaries? What questions need to be asked before beginning the rewrite of a wire-service story or news release? What are some cosmetic changes made to wire stories or news releases prior to publication?