The Poet's Study, Inc.

The Funeral Directors Printer
Since 1939

For questions please call (773) 286-1355
or email us at orders@poetsstudy.com

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Use the built-in search tool to find what you need quickly! Just click the three dots at the top-right corner of the viewer or press the magnifying glass or Ctrl+F (Windows) / Command+F (Mac) to search by keyword. This way, you can locate your Image or Poem/Prayer in seconds!

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Both the link and the following url will go directly to catalogs https://tinyurl.com/4m3etj73

We highly recommend saving or bookmarking this link for easy access. By doing so, you can effortlessly share our comprehensive Memorial Card Catalog and Prayers Catalog with your clients via email (or text message). This allows them to conveniently browse and make selections from the comfort of their homes. Ensuring this resource is at your fingertips enhances your service efficiency and provides your clients with a seamless, stress-free experience.

Memorial Day Hours and Order Processing Information

Dear Valued Customers,

As Memorial Day approaches, please take note of our special hours:

Monday, May 26th, 2025: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon

What if I need these today?

If you plan on closing early for the holiday, kindly inform us of your preferred delivery location,
whether it be your mailbox or hung on your front door.
If delivery on Monday, May 26th is absolutely needed, please be sure to select that as your preferred delivery date.

Regular Delivery Schedule

Our regular delivery schedule will continue on Tuesday. Please let us know if regular Tuesday delivery is acceptable or if you need us to arrange a third-party special delivery.

Pick-Up

If you'd like to pick up your order instead, please inform us in advance so we can have your items ready. Contact us to schedule your pick-up.

Third-Party Delivery

For those requiring delivery by a specific time, we can arrange for a third-party delivery service. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated during this holiday. Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day as we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

– The Poet's Study, Inc. Team
Reminder: On Saturdays, all deliveries leave after the 2:00 p.m. cut-off regardless of which route you are on.
RUSH!!!!!! SEND WITH COURIER!!!!!!!!!!!
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Funeral Home *
Minimum of 4 characters required. Currently Entered: 0 characters.
Name of Funeral Home
Deliver to Countryside in: *

Deliver to Countryside in: Streamwood Bartlett Roselle South Elgin
Deliver to CSI in: *

Deliver to CSI in: Chicago @ Olson Burke/Sullivan Chicago on Clark Street Crystal Lake Glen Ellyn Mt. Prospect Romeoville
Deliver to Smith-Corcoran in: *

Deliver to Smith-Corcoran in: Chicago Palatine
Deliver to Colonial in: *

Deliver to Colonial in: McHenry
Contact Name *

Name of Funeral Director handling the arrangements
Email *

Confirm Email Address *

A confirmation receipt will be emailed to you for reviewing and archiving.
Notice: The email entered does not match the required email. Please double-check and enter the correct email.

That email is not valid
Phone *

Best number to contact you
Most funeral homes have just one location. If that’s the case and you already have an account with us, no need to fill out the addresses below — we’ll use what’s on file.

If all billing goes to a single central location, you may leave the billing address blank.

For new customers or those with multiple locations, please provide both billing and delivery addresses.
Billing Address ONLY if we DON'T have it on file Billing Address ONLY if we DON'T have it on file
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Funeral Home to Deliver to (if DIFFERENT from billing address) Funeral Home to Deliver to (if DIFFERENT from billing address)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Total Quantity *
Must be a number between 25 and 5000
To avoid running out of cards during wake consider ordering extra cards. The extra cards can be mailed out to people who unfortunately couldn't attend Service/Mass or Visitation or burial.
You have entered a large number for the total quantity. Please make sure that the number is correct and not a typo and let us know in the comments section below that you are in fact ordering this many cards.
Card # *

Please use the card number (not the name) so there is no confusion.

For custom colors on BORDER CARDS please provide us the 3 number RGB color code found here
RGB COLOR PICKER If this link does not work then google "RGB COLOR PICKER"
Please indicate whether or not the card
is M-Icon (without the gold foil) or
the GM-Icon (with the gold foil)
Prayer/Poem # or type or copy/paste your text here. If you upload a photo of a prayer, a typesetting fee will apply.

Click here to view full instruction guide in a new tab
Please use this to copy & paste special characters into your Prayer/Poem
or use This online keyboard

Alternatively you can type your foreign prayer with this online keyboard and paste it into the box above.

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əɚɛɜɝɞɟɠɡɢɣɤɥɦɧɨɩɪɫɬɭɮɯɰɱ
ɲɳɴɵɶɷɸɹɺɻɼɽɾɿʀʁʂʃʄʅʆʇʈʉʊʋʌʍ
ʎʏʐʑʒʓʔʕʖʗʘʙʚʛʜʝʞʟʠʡʢʣʤ
ʥʦʧʨḀḁḂḃḄḅḆḇḈḉḊḋḌḍḎḏḐḑ
ḒḓḔḕḖḗḘḙḚḛḜḝḞḟḠḡḢḣḤḥḦḧḨḩḪḫ
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Foreign Language Characters, Diacritics & etc.

Foreign Language Characters, Diacritics & etc. Show/Hide special characters to use with foreign prayer/poems
Upload a Microsoft Word document with custom Prayer/Poem

Attach Files

Send us a custom Prayer/Poem here using your Microsoft Word document
Would you like the default Cross Symbol or a different symbol to separate info?

See our catalog for example of our standard cross. A cross will be used by default for all orders to separate info on card. Please specify if you would like a different symbol.
Upload a Custom Symbol

Attach Files
If ordering prayer cards, how would you like the corners finished?

If ordering prayer cards, how would you like the corners finished? Rounded Corners, Please! Do not round the corners. Leave them squared

Rounded corners adds a nice professional and elegant touch & helps to maintain a unique appearance. (Only a penny per card)
Would you like the decedent's photograph on the card?

Would you like the decedent's photograph on the card? Yes! Add a photo please

A personalized photo is the nicest way for family and friends to view their loved ones memorial card.
Upload Photo Here

Attach Files

Attach an UNCROPPED photo from your computer here. If you CROP the photo and decide you want an oval picture you might actually make it MORE difficult for us to create a perfectly shaped vignette for the front of the card, so please allow us to do the cropping and editing.
Also, please name the file with a FIRST and a LAST name instead of the default "Scan000#.jpg" or "photo.jpg". This prevents confusion with all the other multitudes of files also named "Scan000#.jpg" or "photo.jpg" ;)
Please choose a style for photo & describe

Click here to view full instruction guide in a new tab
Name of Decedent

How would you like the name to appear on the prayer card?
Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

If you wish to add words such as "Born", "Born Into Life", "Sunrise", "Nacio", "Urodzona" etc. please type exactly how you wish it to read. If you do not want the date of birth printed please write "OMIT"

We will try and use a dash in-between the dates if not specified. We will use our own judgement what looks best so if you want something specific please let us know in the "Comments/Suggestion" box.
Date of Death (mm/dd/yyyy)

If you wish to add words such as "Passed Away", "At Rest", "Died", "Born Into Eternal Life", "Called Home to God", "Sunset", "Fallecio", "Zmarla" etc. please type exactly how you wish it to read.

We will try and use a dash in-between the dates if not specified. We will use our own judgement what looks best so if you want something specific please let us know in the "Comments/Suggestion" box.
Would you like to add the Service or Visitation information on the card?

Would you like to add the Service or Visitation information on the card? Yes No. Please omit.

This information is not always used on Memorial Cards
What type of Service or Visitation information on the card?

What type of Service or Visitation information on the card? Funeral Service Held at Funeral Mass Held at Memorial Service Held at Memorial Mass Held at Please word it exactly like this... Please word it exactly like this...

This information is not always used on Memorial Cards
Place of Service or Visitation

Please do not use shorthand or abbreviations if you do not want it typed exactly how you submit it. Please use the word "Church", "Chapel", etc.
Date of Service, Mass, etc. Date of Service, Mass, etc. / MM / DD YYYY

What date is the Service or Visitation?
Time Time : HH MM AM/PM

What time is the Service?
Officiating

If you would you like the name of the person Officiating the service please enter the name here. Please leave blank if you do not want to list that person's name.
Unless specified it will be listed on the card like this:
Officiating

FATHER JOHN DOE
Final Resting Type (optional)

Final Resting Type (optional) Interment Entombment Inurnment Cremation Other Other

This is not required to be printed on the prayer card. You may choose to "Omit" this info
Where is the final resting place?

Please do not use shorthand or abbreviations for the cemetery. Please be thorough in your description of the final resting place. Is it a "Memorial Garden" or "Memorial Garden Cemetery"...etc.?
Funeral Home Advertisement?

Please let us know if, and how, you would like it printed.
NOTICE:

Every funeral director's family is equally important to us, and we work through your orders in the sequence they arrive. In other words, changes made to "First Proofs" will be placed at the end of our current queue and may require additional time to complete. We ask that you provide as much detail as possible initially to expedite the process and we ask that you do so now in the "Comments" section below.

Please be aware that we prioritize sending out all initial drafts before moving on to subsequent versions. In other words, we have to complete a large volume of "First Proofs" before we can begin working on numerous "Second Proofs," and an abundance of "Third Proofs," and so forth.

Rest assured, the intricacies of the review and revision process make it a time-consuming endeavor for us as well. We share your eagerness to finalize each order efficiently.

Your patience and understanding as we navigate this process together are genuinely appreciated. Thank you.

Please feel free to begin entering your instructions in the "Comments" section below to start the process.
Font Selection for Your Printing Order:

To personalize your printing order with a specific font, please visit

HTTPS://FONTS.GOOGLE.COM

where you can choose from a wide range of license-free fonts. If you have a preferred font that is not available on the site feel free to email us the font file directly. This will ensure your printed materials match your unique style and requirements.
Comments or Special Instructions-

Click here to view full instruction guide in a new tab
Would you like to Bundle and Save on Acknowledgment Cards? (Includes Blank Envelopes. Printed return envelopes are available)

Would you like to Bundle and Save on Acknowledgment Cards? (Includes Blank Envelopes. Printed return envelopes are available) Yes, I would like acknowledgment cards

Bundle and Save by ordering Acknowledgements with your order.

Bundling means that you order Acknowledgements/Envelopes with your cards/folders together on the same order, for the same person, delivered together.
Quantity of Acknowledgments *
Choose style: *

Bundle and Save by ordering Acknowledgements with your order.

Bundling means that you order Acknowledgements/Envelopes with your cards/folders together on the same order, for the same person, delivered together.
Choose Wording (from catalog) *

Bundle and Save by ordering Acknowledgements with your order.

Bundling means that you order Acknowledgements/Envelopes with your cards/folders together on the same order, for the same person, delivered together.
Choose orientation: *

Bundle and Save by ordering Acknowledgements with your order.

Bundling means that you order Acknowledgements/Envelopes with your cards/folders together on the same order, for the same person, delivered together.
Custom Acknowledgment Wording

You may also add special instructions here for the acknowledgements.

Bundle and Save by ordering Acknowledgements with your order.

Bundling means that you order Acknowledgements/Envelopes with your cards/folders together on the same order, for the same person, delivered together.
Would you like to include a return address printed on the envelopes?

Would you like to include a return address printed on the envelopes? Yes, I would like a return address on envelopes
Name to be printed on the Return Envelope

Example: Samantha Cameron

Example: The Family of David Cameron

Example: The Cameron Family

Example: The Camerons

Names & Addresses are printed in Edwardian Script ITC font. In the section above marked "Comments or Special Instructions" please indicate a different font to use if you do not want Edwardian Script ITC.
Address Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region Postal / Zip Code Country
Names & Addresses are printed in Edwardian Script ITC font. In the section above marked "Comments or Special Instructions" please indicate a different font to use if you do not want Edwardian Script ITC.
Upload a .csv file to be used for guest names and addresses to be printed on the envelopes.

Attach Files

Please use .csv file extension
Warning! Deliveries will be affected by the weather this week.
Please try and finalize orders right away so we can get deliveries out same day.
Please note that deliveries may also be affected by the weather.

Time sensitive orders may be picked up during business hours. We also have a "pick up box" out front for after hours pick ups.
Please let us know if we can wait to deliver your order another day. There will not be any special deliveries this week unless we use a third-party service.

Thank you.
***URGENT NOTICE FOR UPS DELIVERIES***

Due to the impending hurricane, UPS deliveries across the country may be severely affected. Time is crucial! We strongly advise you to review and approve your proofs as soon as possible to minimize delays. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee deliveries by the quoted delivery date under these circumstances. The affected areas are not limited to Florida; disruptions are expected nationwide. Please note that deliveries may continue to be affected even after the hurricane has passed. Your prompt action is highly appreciated to ensure the best possible service.
Do you require a copy to proof before printing? *

Do you require a copy to proof before printing? NO PROOF NEEDED Yes. EMAIL proof & HOLD OFF PRINTING. Yes. FAX proof and HOLD OFF PRINTING. Other Other
Notice:

Please understand that:

• Specific delivery time windows cannot be guaranteed

• Deliveries may arrive after hours

• Schedules vary across the many counties we serve

✓ Complimentary same-day delivery is available to your funeral home if your order is approved by our daily cutoff time.

✓ Call us to confirm—especially if the order is needed today.

If your delivery is time-sensitive (e.g., a funeral wake or service happening today), please:

• Contact us directly to discuss your needs

• Or choose the 'Urgent Delivery (ASAP)' option for quicker, more precise service via Ride-Share Courier

We are proud to offer complimentary same-day delivery to your funeral home as a courtesy. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding as we work to fulfill all orders promptly and efficiently.
Pick-up/Delivery/Mail-out? *

Pick-up/Delivery/Mail-out? Deliver on Regular route on or before... UPS Shipping WE WILL PICK UP Urgent Delivery (ASAP) – Opt for our Ride-Share Courier Service (e.g., Uber) for the quickest possible delivery after your order is ready. This option is ideal for time-sensitive deliveries. Additional fees for the ride-share and coordination apply. Other Other

If your delivery is time-sensitive (e.g., for a funeral wake or other scheduled event), please contact us directly to discuss your needs. Alternatively, you may choose the 'Urgent Delivery (ASAP)' option for quicker and more precise service via our Ride-Share Courier.
You Have Chosen REGULAR ROUTE DELIVERY

✓ If you select today's date and the order is approved before the cutoff time, same-day delivery will be provided even if we arrive after-hours.

✓ If you select today's date but miss the cutoff time, you will need to call us to discuss a solution or alternative delivery options.

✓ Your order will be delivered on our regular route by or before the specified date. Deliveries leave only after all orders are printed following the cutoff.

✓ If you approve before cutoff but select a future date, we may deliver on the next available route (e.g., following day) or by your chosen date. Exact delivery times cannot be guaranteed.

Important for Time-Sensitive Events:

For events like funeral wakes, where timing is critical, we strongly recommend:

• Precede the event date: Select a delivery date prior to the event to ensure timely arrival.

• 'Urgent Delivery (ASAP)': Use this option for more precise timing and coordination.

Urgent Delivery (ASAP):

✓ If timing is critical and same-day delivery is required, we offer an Urgent Delivery (ASAP) option via ride-share courier. Please note that additional fees apply for this service.
Do you absolutely need this delivery right away or can it wait until regular delivery Monday? Yes, we will be busy, and no, we cannot tell you the exact time we will be there, but we assure you we will be there sometime between 3:00-9:00 p.m. for regular routes.

Special Note: Thank you for allowing us the flexibility to deliver after the blizzard. The safety of our delivery team is our highest priority. Your understanding and patience help us ensure that everyone stays safe while we strive to provide you with the best service possible under these challenging conditions.

Thank you soOOoo much!
Regular route by (on or before) Regular route by (on or before) * / MM / DD YYYY

You are quickly becoming one of our favorite customers! Thank you so much for allowing us some time to finish up your order. We will send your order out on a regularly scheduled route.
Memorial Day Hours and Order Processing Information

Dear Valued Customers,

As Memorial Day approaches, please take note of our special hours:

Monday, May 26th, 2025: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon

What if I need these today?

If you plan on closing early for the holiday, kindly inform us of your preferred delivery location,
whether it be your mailbox or hung on your front door.
If delivery on Monday, May 26th is absolutely needed, please be sure to select that as your preferred delivery date.

Regular Delivery Schedule

Our regular delivery schedule will continue on Tuesday. Please let us know if regular Tuesday delivery is acceptable or if you need us to arrange a third-party special delivery.

Pick-Up

If you'd like to pick up your order instead, please inform us in advance so we can have your items ready. Contact us to schedule your pick-up.

Third-Party Delivery

For those requiring delivery by a specific time, we can arrange for a third-party delivery service. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated during this holiday. Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day as we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.

– The Poet's Study, Inc. Team
Thank you so very much
for allowing us to deliver
on our regular route
at a later time!
It's thoughtful customers
like you that will get special
service returned to you
for your kindness!
We wish all customers would be just like you!

Thank you soOOoo much!
UPS Shipping Method: *

UPS Shipping Method: UPS GROUND (By end of day. Usually next business day in the Midwest) UPS NEXT DAY AIR UPS NEXT DAY AIR - EARLY A.M. UPS NEXT DAY AIR SAVER - by end of day

ATTENTION!
Just in case no one is available to sign for the package please leave instructions for the UPS Driver to RELEASE WITHOUT SIGNATURE and let them know where to leave the package. Unless it is okay for them to attempt the delivery the next business day. Once the package is gone from our office it is the responsibility of UPS, INC.
RUSH! We need the order by this date. RUSH! We need the order by this date. * / MM / DD YYYY
RUSH! We need the order by this time. RUSH! We need the order by this time. * : HH MM AM/PM
PICK UP! We will pick up the order on this date. PICK UP! We will pick up the order on this date. * / MM / DD YYYY
PICK UP! We will pick up at this time. PICK UP! We will pick up at this time. * : HH MM AM/PM
Please note that if you are picking up your order, and we are closed by the time you get here, that our pick-up box in located in the doorway just north of our entrance. The box has a combination lock. The combination is the last 4 digits of our phone number (1-3-5-5). Just in case you forget, look at our phone number printed on our front door. To open the lock align the numbers with the RED LINE and enter 1-3-5-5 and then depress the shackle and it will spring open. Please remember to close it and change the numbers so no one steals our lock.
Thank you.
Please confirm the last 4 digits of your credit card on file *
Must be 4 digits. Currently Entered: 0 digits.
Please provide the last 4 digits of the credit card on file. If this does not match we will require a verbal confirmation

The Poet's Study, Inc.

The Poet's Study, Inc.

Memorial Day Hours and Order Processing Information

Reminder: On Saturdays, all deliveries leave after the 2:00 p.m. cut-off regardless of which route you are on.

RUSH!!!!!! SEND WITH COURIER!!!!!!!!!!!

Rounded Corners

Notice: The email entered does not match the required email. Please double-check and enter the correct email.

You have entered a large number for the total quantity. Please make sure that the number is correct and not a typo and let us know in the comments section below that you are in fact ordering this many cards.

Please indicate whether or not the card is M-Icon (without the gold foil) or the GM-Icon (with the gold foil)

Please use this to copy & paste special characters into your Prayer/Poem or use This online keyboard

Notice:

You Have Chosen REGULAR ROUTE DELIVERY

Important for Time-Sensitive Events:

Urgent Delivery (ASAP):

Memorial Day Hours and Order Processing Information

Thank you so very much for allowing us to deliver on our regular route at a later time! It's thoughtful customers like you that will get special service returned to you for your kindness! We wish all customers would be just like you!

Please indicate whether or not the card
is M-Icon (without the gold foil) or
the GM-Icon (with the gold foil)

Please use this to copy & paste special characters into your Prayer/Poem
or use This online keyboard

Thank you so very much
for allowing us to deliver
on our regular route
at a later time!
It's thoughtful customers
like you that will get special
service returned to you
for your kindness!
We wish all customers would be just like you!