You will need copies of the death certificate for each of the following agencies as applicable to the deceased’s business affairs.
- Life Insurance Policy (ies)
- For Your Own Records
- Pension, IRA and Other Benefits
- Accounts at Banks and Credit Unions
- Stocks and Bonds
- Title and Deeds to Property
- Vehicle Registration and Title Changes
- Attorneys and CPA
- Home Mortgage(s)
- Any other legal or financial institution.
It should be noted that only an original, not a copy, will be accepted by each of these entities and you will need an original with the embossed seal for all of them. The original document can be obtained at the town clerk‘s office and you may purchase multiple quantities, which I highly recommend. Price per document is around $15.00, so be prepared for an expense in the region of $100 – $250.00 depending on how many agencies you need to contact.
The death certificate will be signed by the attending medical professional and filed by the cremation/funeral home.
Rev Deborah Ashe 