How to Cope with the Loss of a Loved One to Suicide
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When a loved one passes away, there are many time-sensitive tasks to complete. And in some situations when a death occurs, these duties must be performed while grieving.
If your loved one chooses cremation, one of the most important tasks to complete is filling out a cremation authorization form.
However, there are many legal matters and a plethora of information that must be addressed following a loss.
Continue reading to learn more about the steps to take when filling out a cremation authorization form.
Did you know before arranging a cremation, Ohio law requires you to have proper verification proving you’re legally authorized to make that decision on behalf of your loved one?
Law-abiding funeral homes will provide you with a form that authorizes your loved one’s cremation. To determine if you’re authorized to arrange a cremation, follow this list of priority qualifications:
If there is more than one authorized decision-maker, then all of the individuals can be required. Keep in mind, authorized individuals may be located in multiple states and will need to be contacted to sign the form. This can be done by providing photo identification and notarized signature either electronically or via postal mail.
It’s also important to know when a loved one passes away a power of attorney (POA) is no longer in effect. That means the POA may not be qualified to authorize a cremation, but instead, all living family members in the checklist above must authorize a cremation.
After you’ve determined you are authorized, you’ll need to gather personal information about your loved one and details about their final wishes.
Information you’ll want to know includes:
Filling out this form may seem a bit extensive, and meeting with your funeral director can ease the process of completing it. Your funeral director will help fill out the following sections prior to submitting the form:
Once complete, the funeral home will enter all information in its system, print it and file the authorization form with the proper parties.
If a death has occurred in your family or you’d like information about preplanning, contact Busch Funeral and Crematory Services. Our compassionate staff offers the highest level of services, and we’re ready to answer your questions any time day or night. Contact us for more information.
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