the reason we created lastly
Every Life is More Than a List of Facts
The most meaningful stories about a person's life are rarely written down.
Families gather after a loss trying to remember the moments, values, lessons, and relationships that made someone who they were.
The challenge isn't a lack of love.
It's finding the words.
We created Lastly to help families slow down, reflect, and uncover the stories that deserve to be remembered.
Because every life is more than a list of facts.
Every life is a story.
what we believe
The Stories Behind the Words Matter
Stories Matter
The memories we share often become part of how a person is remembered for generations
The Right Questions Matter
Meaningful stories aren't always obvious. They are uncovered through thoughtful reflection and guided storytelling
Families Matter
The people who knew and loved someone often hold the pieces of a remarkable story
The Framework Behind Every LifeStory
The most meaningful obituaries and memorable eulogies often share four common themes:
Together, they form the LifeStory Framework™—a simple storytelling framework that helps uncover who someone was, what mattered most to them, how they grew throughout life, and the legacy they leave behind.
These same themes guide every LifeReview®, helping families move beyond facts and uncover the story behind a life well lived.
Why We Created the LifeReview
The term "life review" was first introduced in 1963 by American psychiatrist and gerontologist Dr. Robert N. Butler, who described it as a natural process of reflecting on one’s life and finding meaning through remembrance.
Over the decades, life review has become a respected concept in psychology, gerontology, reminiscence therapy, and legacy work.
At Lastly, we’ve reimagined that timeless idea into a guided storytelling experience that helps families reflect on memories, uncover meaningful stories, and discover the life behind the words.
Because before a meaningful obituary or heartfelt eulogy can be written…every life deserves to be understood.
the inspiration behind the lifereview
A meaningful obituary is not just about announcing a death.
A heartfelt eulogy is not just about speaking at a service.
The words we write and the memories we share help preserve the stories, lessons, relationships, and values that continue long after someone is gone.
That's why we believe every life deserves more than a collection of facts.
Every Life Deserves a Story
THOUGHTFUL GUIDES FOR FAMILIES
Helpful resources for every step
From workbooks and helpful guides to practical checklists, Lastly provides thoughtful resources to help families navigate loss, preserve memories, and honor a life well lived.
Even if you're not writing an obituary or preparing a eulogy, the Guided Memory Workbook™ is a meaningful way to preserve family stories, life lessons, and memories for future generations.