Beyond the immediate concerns, come many additional tasks made more challenging by the grief and loss you’re experiencing. We offer this detailed list to helpfully assist you.
Initially
Notify family
Notify family doctor
Contact funeral home
Within the first week
Obtain death certificate (and additional copies, if necessary) from funeral home
Contact lawyer, trust officer or other legal advisor
Apply for a will search with Vital Statistics if necessary
Within the first few days
Locate will
Attend to funeral arrangements
Arrange for clergy or celebrant
Notify friends and co-workers
Within the first month
Probate will
Locate investment and bank details
Check safety deposit box
Apply for death/survivor benefits, if relevant
Cancel BC medical card
Cancel driver’s license
We are here to help
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we can help you please reach out.