San Diego Mortuary and Cremation Services - What to do when death occurs

What to do when death occurs.

Call one of our offices immediately for an appointment, so we can help you coordinate funeral arrangements

Locate the person's will/ trust and notify the lawyer or executor.
Locate burial and/or life insurance policies and notify companies.
The mortuary will need the following information for Death Certificates:
- Date of Birth & Birthplace
- Mother's Name including Maiden Name
- Father's Name
- Social Security Card
- Veterans Only- Discharge or Claim Number
- Education
- Marital Status
- Military Discharge Papers (DD214)
Notify your church clergy.
Call employer, if applicable.
Make a list of family members, close friends, etc. Notify each by phone.
Call Social Security. Payments will need to be stopped.
Call and stop retirement checks.
Gather obituary information, including age, place of birth, cause of death, occupation, college degrees, memberships held, military service, outstanding achievements and awards. List surviving family members. Indicate time and place of service.
Arrange for family members or close friends to assist you at home. Make a list to “Thank” them afterwards.
- Screening phone calls and taking careful messages
- Cleaning
- Buying food
- Making meals
- Babysitting, if necessary
Find a nearby hotel for visiting relatives and friends.
Contact creditors.
If deceased was living alone: notify:
- Utility Companies
- Landlord
- Post Office (stop or re-route mail)
- Arrange for pet care, if necessary