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Record vital statistics and biographical information about the deceased
WHEN A DEATH OCCURS: STAFF REMINDER
Complete and submit this form immediately upon notification of death to record vital statistics and biographical information about the deceased. This information will be reviewed and confirmed with the family and used to complete the death announcement shared through social media and in preparing page one of the service program.Step 1: Share Resources With Family
As soon as practically possible, send the Bereavement Planning Guide for Families link to the deceased's primary contact by text or email.
Select the button below to forward the Biographical Information link to the family of the deceased or dying member. This step will begin the bereavement ministries supported by parish staff and key volunteers. When the form is completed and submitted, the form for Scripture Readings will automatically be forwarded to the primary email address in the first form.Step 2: Complete Notice of Death Form 1 Below
The priest or deacon who was first notified of the death (by funeral home, hospital, hospice, family, or if present at death) must complete Notice of Death Form 1 immediately.
- Purpose: Inform parish staff and key volunteers of the death
- What happens next: You will receive a link to Notice of Death Form 2
Step 3: Family Completes Biographical Information
The family will complete the Biographical Information form through the Bereavement Planning Guide.
Step 4: Meet With Family
Arrange an in-person meeting at the parish office to finalize funeral arrangements.
Step 5: Complete Notice of Death Form 2
After the funeral planning meeting, the priest, deacon, or delegated parish staff member must complete Notice of Death Form 2.
- Purpose: Inform parish staff, key volunteers, and bereavement ministry team of finalized funeral plans, resource needs, and special family requests
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