Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Kriechenwil?

On Funere.com , you can view all real-time updated obituaries and funeral notices for Kriechenwil . 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 Kriechenwil?

In the event of a death in Kriechenwil, immediately contact 144 or a local doctor for the medical confirmation of death. Next, you must contact a funeral home operating in Kriechenwil 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 Kriechenwil?

The average cost of a funeral in Kriechenwil 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 Kriechenwil cemetery?

At the Kriechenwil 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 Kriechenwil should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Kriechenwil (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 Kriechenwil

All notices published in the municipality of Kriechenwil and the surrounding Bern / Mittelland area. Information updated from the leading sources and local newspapers.

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Peter Paul Breitschmid

77 years7 June 2022Kriechenwil, BE

Peter Rytz

75 years17 February 2023Kriechenwil, BE

Rolf Schönenberger-Tribolet

74 years14 November 2023Kriechenwil, BE

Urbain Genoud

81 years30 November 2023Kriechenwil, BE

Heidi Rytz-Benninger

87 years4 January 2024Kriechenwil, BE

Max Hostettler

76 years22 January 2024Kriechenwil, BE

Annelies Hofer

83 years27 April 2024Kriechenwil, BE

Hermann Balmer-Stettler

88 years10 June 2024Kriechenwil, BE

Andres Sommer

67 years18 February 2025Kriechenwil, BE

Ernst Herren

91 years20 February 2025Kriechenwil, BE

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Funeral homes - Kriechenwil

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AAA Bestattungen Schrag GmbH

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finis GmbH - individuelle Bestattungen

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What to do in case of death in Kriechenwil?

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 Bern-Mittelland (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Kriechenwil

Kriechenwil residents declare deaths through the Zivilstandsamt Bern-Mittelland, the civil registry office serving the commune.

Legal Procedures

Deaths in Kriechenwil are registered with the Zivilstandsamt Bern-Mittelland. The office is located at Laupenstrasse 18A, 3008 Bern. Contact the office by telephone at +41 31 635 42 00 or by email at za.bm.zbd@be.ch for specific procedural requirements and guidance.

Zivilstandsamt Bern-Mittelland

+41 31 635 42 00

Cemetery and resting place

Friedhof Kriechenwil is the main cemetery in Kriechenwil, located at Kriechenwil, 3179 Kriechenwil. It offers inhumation, cremation, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.