Guides and resources
News, advice, and insights on funeral planning and funeral services
Creating an online tribute page: step-by-step guide
Creating an online tribute page allows you to preserve the memory of a loved one in an accessible and lasting way. This practical guide takes you step by step through creating, personalising and enriching a digital memorial page.
The role of cemeteries in collective memory
Cemeteries are far more than simple burial grounds: they embody collective memory and bear witness to the cultural history of societies. From Switzerland to famous necropolises around the world, these spaces shape our identity and perpetuate the memory of past generations.
When celebrities plan their funerals: astonishing anecdotes
Freddie Mercury, Albert Einstein, David Bowie: these celebrities planned their funerals with as much care as their careers. Discover astonishing anecdotes about their final wishes and what they teach us about the importance of planning one's funeral.
The history of funeral rites: from antiquity to the present day
Since the dawn of time, humanity has accompanied its dead with rites that reflect its beliefs, fears and hopes. From Egyptian mummification to today's digital ceremonies, funeral practices tell the story of our relationship with death and memory.
Making a donation in memory of a loved one: procedures and tax benefits
Making a donation in memory of a loved one is a powerful symbolic gesture that extends their commitment and values. In Switzerland, these memorial donations also offer attractive tax benefits, with possible deductions depending on the organisation chosen.
How to manage the debts of a deceased person: rights, duties and options
Inheriting does not always mean receiving a positive estate. When a deceased person leaves debts, heirs have the right to refuse the inheritance or accept it under certain conditions. This guide explains your legal options and how to protect your interests.
Managing the digital accounts and subscriptions of a deceased person
After a death, digital inheritance requires careful management: online bank accounts, paid subscriptions, social networks and cloud services continue to exist. This practical guide supports you through the steps of closing and managing the digital accounts of a deceased loved one.
What to do if you discover a will after the funeral?
Discovering a will after the funeral is a more common situation than one might think. This document can disrupt an estate settlement already underway and requires precise legal procedures. Here is how to react and what the consequences are for the heirs.
Death of a loved one without a will: what happens?
When a person dies without having written a will, Swiss inheritance law automatically determines who inherits and in what proportions. This guide explains the hierarchy of legal heirs, the procedural steps and the essential points to consider.
What to do in the event of a death abroad: procedures and repatriation
Losing a loved one abroad complicates the already difficult procedures of bereavement. Between the consulate, administrative documents and repatriation, families must act quickly whilst managing their grief. This guide accompanies you step by step through all the stages to follow in the event of a death outside Switzerland.
Planning the financing of your funeral: how much it costs and how to prepare
Organising a funeral represents a significant cost, often between 5,000 and 15,000 CHF in Switzerland. Anticipating this budget and knowing the available financing solutions helps to relieve your loved ones and avoid unpleasant surprises. This guide helps you plan the financing of your funeral with peace of mind.
How to approach the subject of death with your loved ones without taboo
Talking about death with loved ones remains difficult, yet this conversation brings peace and avoids many future tensions. This guide helps you break the taboo and calmly address your wishes and those of your family.