Initial steps to be taken Spoken to GP Surgery or Bereavement Services about obtaining a Medical Certificate for Cause of Death (death certificate) Made appointment to Register Finding Documents Required: Medical Certificate for Cause of Death, Birth Certificate, Medical Card, Marriage Certificate (LA) Check if deceased had a will, written instructions for a funeral, Pre-Paid plan or Pre-Arranged their funeral Inform Solicitor (IA) Made appointment with Funeral Director Official documents to obtain at Registration Obtained a Registrars Certificate for Burial or Cremation (for Funeral Directors use only) Purchased sufficient copies of the Certified Copy of Entry (We recommend getting 6 copies) Form BD8 for Department of Work and Pensions Things to remember to confirm or bring in to your Funeral Director Registrars Certificate for burial or cremation (IA) Wording for Newspaper Notice Number of Limousines Required Funeral From/Return Address Catering Requirements Service Sheets – Number Required / Photograph(s)for Cover Hymns/Music Requirements (confirm after discussing with officiant) Charitable Donations Floral Tributes Instructions for Jewellery/personal Effects Bring in Clothes & Personal Possessions Instructions for Cremated Remains (IA) Let Family & Friends know of the Confirmed Arrangements Download
