WHAT TO DO
WHEN A DEATH OCCURS?
No matter when or where a death occurs, the family should follow these. Once we find out more about your family, the deceased and their wishes, we can begin making arrangements accordingly , quickly and efficiently. If you are unsure about any of the steps involved or have not yet made a decision about the kinds of funeral services you would like to have, we can offer our expertise and honest advice or simply give you additional time to decide.
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Death in a Health Care Facility
Besides getting in touch with us directly, there is very little for the family to do if their loved one was in a health care facility such as a hospital or a nursing home. The hospital staff will take all the steps necessary to ensure legal requirements are met. Please ensure that a qualified doctor issues a confirmation of death duly signed & sealed. This confirmation of death is mandatory for the mortal remains to be cremated / buried . You can choose the required services that you need from our Funeral Services Bundle.
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Anticipated Death Outside a Health Care Facility
It is becoming more common for people to choose to die in their own home under care, surrounded by family. When this is the case, your first call should be to the physician or a qualified doctor. Please ensure that a qualified doctor issues a confirmation of death duly signed & sealed. This confirmation of death is mandatory for the mortal remains to be cremated / buried .You can choose the required services that you need from our Funeral Services Bundle.
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Unanticipated Death Outside a Health Care Facility
If a sudden death occurs, your first call should be to the local police station / the state’s Police Helpline numbers. Typically, the matter is then passed on to the State / Local Medical Examiner’s attention who will decide whether or not an autopsy is necessary to determine the cause of death. Once the police & the medical examiner complete the formalities, you are required to obtain the documentation to proceed further. Such documentation (signed & sealed papers) are mandatory for the mortal remains to be cremated/ buried. You can choose the required services that you need from our Funeral Services Bundle.
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Out-of-State Death
If death occurs outside of your state of residence, you do not have to worry. Let us know by filling our online form. We are able to make arrangements nationwide, with the help of reliable agents who work with us.
