What To Do When a Death Occurs
When a death occurs in your family, notify Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services by calling as soon as possible and at any time.
You will be faced with important tasks and decision-making during a very difficult time. Our caring staff is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assist you with the details and offer our guidance.
We have compiled the following list to help guide you through the steps you will need to take when a death has occurred. We will coordinate all these with you.
The following are some questions that we may ask when you call:
- What is the full name of the your loved one?
- What is the location of your loved one (Hospital, Nursing Facility or Residence)?
- Date of birth of your loved one?
- What is your name, address and telephone number?
- What is the name, address and phone number of the legal next-of-kin?
- Was your loved one a veteran?
- Is there a pre-arranged funeral plan? A Stewart Baxter funeral director will then return your call as soon as possible. Please keep your line clear for this call.
We will ask you to bring in some items and information that will be necessary to complete the arrangement. These items will include:
- Clothing for your loved one, including undergarments
- Social security number of your loved one
- Their birth date along with city and state of birth
- Their parents names, including last names prior to marriages
- Information about their education
- Marital status
- Veteran’s discharge papers (VA Form DD214)
- A recent photograph of your loved one
- Pre-arrangement paperwork (if applicable)
- Cemetery lot information (if applicable)
We will assist you every step of the way with everything involved.
Please know you are not alone. Our caring staff are experts at helping you and your family navigate the planning process. We are available at anytime, please call Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services for assistance.
Myself and my family cannot express the promptness & kindness of Stewart Baxter when both my mother & brother passed away. They were over and above kind & accommodating. Again, I can't say thank you enough to them.