What to do in case of death?
In these moments of mourning, you are not alone. Our funeral advisors in Saint-Vincent-de-Tyrosse are here to assist you in simplifying every formal procedure, from the town hall to the choice of resting place.
Here is the essential information to help you act calmly and prepare a dignified and respectful tribute.
1. Confirmation of death
The death must first be confirmed by a doctor who will issue a death certificate, allowing for the transfer of the body to the funeral service.
If the death occurred in a healthcare facility or a nursing home, it is this structure that is responsible for having the certificate issued by the attending physician.
In the case of a death at home, it is necessary to call a doctor, 15, the SMUR, or the SAMU. After confirmation, the doctor will issue the death certificate.
2. Content of the death certificate
This document specifies the identity of the deceased, the date, time, and place of death, as well as the causes.
If the deceased has a pacemaker, this information will also be mentioned.
3. Intervention of our funeral service company
It is at this stage that families call upon our services for the formalities related to the death and the organization of the funeral.
4. Declaration of death at the town hall
The death must be declared at the town hall within 24 hours, with the following documents:
- Death certificate
- Family record book
- Identity document
- Extract of birth certificate
The civil status officer will then draw up the death certificate.
5. Place of rest of the deceased before burial or cremation
While waiting for burial or cremation, several options are possible for the place of rest:
- The deceased can rest at home.
- They can also be kept in the facility's mortuary.
- Or be transferred to our funeral home in Saint-Vincent-de-Tyrosse.
The choice of location depends on the deceased's last wishes or the family's wishes.
6. Deadline for the funeral
The funeral must take place within 14 working days after the death.
If exceptional circumstances prevent this deadline from being met, we will take care of requesting a waiver from the Prefecture.