Who do I contact? 

Immediately following the death of a loved one, a whirlwind of activity must take place.  To help you through this confusion, we have prepared a simple checklist for your use.

Social Security Benefits

(your funeral director will notify social security for you, however you must contact them and apply for any benefits if eligible)                                                       

No letter is needed for social security to make an appointment simply call (800) 772-1213  

Life Insurance Benefits

Each Life insurance company either has an agent that you may contact or an 800 number to call.  Simply contact the company, have your loved ones Life Ins. Policy number, social security number and date of death available as these will be items they will ask for.

Veterans Benefits

(your funeral director will explain the benefits available regarding burial, flag, marker and honor guard for your deceased loved one)  Other VA benefits may be available outside of these mentioned.  Here are some Toll Free Numbers to help.

√  Obtain copies of  

Death Certificate 

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