Before meeting with a funeral representative, gather the following documents and details, where applicable.

 

Details:

• Full name, birthdate and home address
• Parents’ names and birthplaces, including mother’s maiden name
• Copy of the deceased’s will
• Executor’s contact details
• Next of kin’s contacts

 

Documents:

• Marriage license
• Citizenship and passport
• Insurance and banking forms
• Car and property papers
• Most recent income tax return
• Military discharge papers