Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Blankenburg?

On Funere.com , you can view all real-time updated obituaries and funeral notices for Blankenburg . Our platform keeps you informed about local ceremonies and helps you discover where to publish an obituary in Switzerland to reach family and friends in the most efficient and respectful way.

What should I do immediately after a death in Blankenburg?

In the event of a death in Blankenburg, immediately contact 144 or a local doctor for the medical confirmation of death. Next, you must contact a funeral home operating in Blankenburg to arrange the service. Check our full guide on what to do immediately after a death: first steps .

How much does a funeral cost in Blankenburg?

The average cost of a funeral in Blankenburg starts at approximately 5,000 CHF, but varies based on local cemetery fees and selected services. Many municipalities offer reduced rates for residents; for a full overview, read how much a death costs in Switzerland: all expected fees .

What burial options are available at the Blankenburg cemetery?

At the Blankenburg cemetery, you can choose between cremation (selected by 80% of Swiss families) and traditional burial. Each municipality has specific regulations for scattering ashes or using niches. If you're undecided, read our comparison on cremation or burial: how to choose the right option .

Which office in Blankenburg should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Blankenburg (or the relevant district office). You will need to present the medical death certificate and the deceased's ID. Find the complete checklist at administrative formalities after a death: documents not to forget .

Deaths, obituaries and tributes in Blankenburg

All notices published in the municipality of Blankenburg and the surrounding Bernese Oberland area. Information updated from the leading sources and local newspapers.

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· 1 notices

Sabine Freidig-Feuz

66 years21 June 2026Blankenburg, BE

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· 10 notices

Beat Feller

62 years12 May 2016Blankenburg, BE

Hanni Schletti-Steiner

88 years1 September 2017Blankenburg, BE

Werner Mösching-Baur

80 years29 March 2018Blankenburg, BE

Ueli Schletti-Weyeneth

76 years31 May 2021Blankenburg, BE

Beat Poschung-Schranz

71 years15 October 2021Blankenburg, BE

Herbert Wyss-Hofstetter

83 years19 October 2021Blankenburg, BE

Walter Teuscher-Aeschlimann

73 years23 May 2022Blankenburg, BE

Arnold Rohrbach-Buchs

82 years20 June 2024Blankenburg, BE

Oskar Rieder-Schweizer

88 years15 February 2025Blankenburg, BE

Fritz Schranz-Wyssen

89 years25 April 2025Blankenburg, BE

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Funeral homes - Blankenburg

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Zweisimmen, BEInformative profile

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What to do in case of death in Blankenburg?

An interactive checklist to guide you through the first administrative and personal steps.

1. Contact the doctor
First 2 hours
If the death occurs at home, immediately contact the family doctor or the 144 emergency service for the official confirmation of death and the issuance of the medical certificate (essential for all further steps).
2. Choose a funeral home
Organise transport and the first wishes of the deceased.
3. Inform loved ones and the potential employer
Before any public announcement, it is essential to personally inform the family, close friends, and any potential employer of the deceased.
4. Official notification to the Civil Registry Office
Must be done at Zivilstandsamt Oberland West (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Blankenburg

Zweisimmen is served by Zivilstandsamt Oberland West, the civil registry office responsible for death declarations in the Oberland West district.

Legal Procedures

Death must be announced to Zivilstandsamt Oberland West within 48 hours. The office is located at Scheibenstrasse 3, 3600 Thun. Contact the office by phone at +41 31 635 43 00 or by email at za.oberland-west@pom.be.ch to initiate the declaration process.

Zivilstandsamt Oberland West

+41 31 635 43 00

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Blankenburg manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Zweisimmen (Friedhofweg, 3770 Zweisimmen).

Friedhof Zweisimmen (Friedhofweg, 3770 Zweisimmen)
Friedhof Zweisimmen is the main cemetery serving Blankenburg, located at Friedhofweg, 3770 Zweisimmen. It offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium services.
Friedhof Zweisimmen (Kirchgasse, 3770 Zweisimmen)
Friedhof Zweisimmen is located at Kirchgasse, 3770 Zweisimmen and serves as the main cemetery for the commune. The cemetery offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium services.