About
Chptr is a comprehensive memorial media service built specifically for funeral homes, transforming existing obituary data into professionally produced television broadcasts, slideshows, and memorial videos. The platform partners with trusted local TV news affiliates nationwide to air death notices and service announcements during peak viewership windows — reaching the community where they already consume news. Every submission goes through Chptr's dedicated production team, which manages all family communication, asset collection, video production, and broadcast delivery within a 24-hour turnaround. Obituary notices air for at least 3 consecutive days, providing far more exposure than a single newspaper listing. Each announcement is also published on the TV station's website, creating a backlink to the funeral home's own obituary page. Families retain full control over their loved one's announcement, selecting which photos, name details, dates, and service information to include. For funeral homes, the process demands no additional staff effort — Chptr manages everything from submission to broadcast. Chptr is ideal for funeral homes looking to modernize their offerings, increase community visibility, and provide families with a meaningful tribute that goes beyond the printed obituary. It helps funeral professionals differentiate in a competitive market while delivering genuine value to grieving families and the broader community.
Key Features
- Local TV Broadcasts: Obituaries air on trusted local network affiliates during peak news viewership, reaching the community where they already consume news.
- Done-For-You Production: Chptr's team handles all family communication, asset collection, video production, and broadcast delivery — requiring no additional work from funeral home staff.
- 24-Hour Turnaround: From submission to broadcast-ready production in just one business day, ensuring timely and respectful announcements.
- 3 Consecutive Days of Airings: Every obituary airs for at least 3 consecutive days, providing far greater community exposure than a single newspaper listing.
- Extended Online Reach: Each announcement is also published on the TV station's website, linking viewers directly back to the funeral home's obituary page.
Use Cases
- Funeral homes broadcasting obituary notices on local TV to reach the wider community during peak news viewing hours
- Families honoring loved ones with a professionally produced memorial video and multi-day television tribute
- Funeral homes differentiating their services from competitors by offering modern, broadcast-quality memorial experiences
- Funeral homes driving online traffic back to their obituary pages through co-published TV station website listings
- Communities staying informed about local deaths and upcoming memorial service announcements via trusted local news channels
Pros
- Zero Extra Work for Staff: Chptr manages the entire production and broadcast process, so funeral home staff don't need to do anything beyond their existing obituary workflow.
- Broad Community Reach: Broadcasting on local TV news stations reaches far more community members than traditional newspaper listings or website obituaries alone.
- Family-Controlled Content: Families decide exactly what appears in the announcement — photos, name, dates, and service details — providing peace of mind and ownership over the tribute.
Cons
- Market Availability May Be Limited: The service relies on partnerships with local TV stations, so coverage may not be available in all geographic markets nationwide.
- Paid Service with No Free Tier: Chptr is a premium B2B service with no free or trial option mentioned, which may be a barrier for smaller or budget-constrained funeral homes.
- Limited Self-Service Flexibility: The fully managed model means funeral homes and families have limited ability to make edits or adjustments once the production process has begun.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Chptr designed for?
Chptr is designed specifically for funeral homes that want to offer families a modern, broadcast-quality obituary experience without adding extra workload for their staff.
How quickly is an obituary ready for broadcast?
Chptr guarantees a 24-hour turnaround, delivering broadcast-ready memorial content within one business day of submission.
How long does an obituary air on TV?
Every obituary airs for at least 3 consecutive days on local TV news stations, providing extended community exposure compared to a one-time newspaper listing.
Do families have control over what is shown?
Yes. Families decide exactly what appears in their loved one's announcement, including photos, full or partial name, dates, and service information.
Does the funeral home need to do extra work to use Chptr?
No. Chptr handles everything — family communication, asset collection, video production, and delivery — using the obituary data the funeral home is already collecting as part of its normal process.
