Reporting A death

Who Should You Notify In The Event Of A Death?

  • Employer/Union
  • Social Security 1-800-772-1213
  • Pension Fund
  • Insurance Policies
  • Funeral Home
  • Department of Veteran Affairs – 800-827-1000 or  www.va.gov
  • Automobile  registration  - Secretary of State
  • Insurance – Health, Life, Auto, other
  • Banks and Credit Unions
  • Utility Bills
  • Credit cards and Loan Companies
  • Organizations and Church memberships
  • Landlord or Mortgage Company
  • Telephone Company (if you wish to change your listing)
  • Make sure you continue to pay important bills

Documents You May Need To Provide?

  • Death Certificates (10 – 15 certified copies)
  • Social Security Card
  • Marriage Certificate
  • Birth Certificate for each child, if applicable
  • Insurance Policies
  • Deed and Titles to Property
  • Stock Certificates
  • Bank Account Information
  • Honorable Discharge Papers for a Veteran and/or V.A. Claim Number
  • Recent Income Tax Forms and W-2 Form or 1099R Form
  • Automobile Title and Registration Papers
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