Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Messen?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Messen 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 Messen cemetery?

At the Messen 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 Messen should be notified of the death?

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

All notices published in the municipality of Messen and the surrounding Biel/Bienne / Seeland area. Information updated from the leading sources and local newspapers.

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Stefanie Graf Bösch

52 years15 November 2022Messen, BE

Lonny Rätz-Schär

85 years9 December 2022Messen, BE

Rosalie Marti-Gygax

96 years6 April 2023Messen, BE

Hans Schori-Rösch

77 years25 April 2023Messen, BE

Emil Alexander Bechtel

70 years4 July 2023Messen, BE

Adelheid Wyss Eberhard

84 years28 July 2023Messen, BE

Gertrud Spielmann-Beutler

86 years28 August 2023Messen, BE

Ruth Hürzeler

79 years3 October 2023Messen, BE

Ulrich Schluep-Affolter

72 years26 August 2024Messen, BE

Hanni Moser-Studer

82 years14 July 2025Messen, BE

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Funeral homes - Messen

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Aurora das andere Bestattungsunternehmen AG

Biel/Bienne, BEInformative profile

Grunder AG Bestattungsdienst

Utzigen, Vechigen, BEInformative profile

Geiser | von Aesch Bestattungen

Brügg BE, BEInformative profile

What to do in case of death in Messen?

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 Kreis Bucheggberg-Wasseramt (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Messen

Messen is served by the Zivilstandsamt Kreis Bucheggberg-Wasseramt for civil registration matters including death declarations.

Legal Procedures

Death declarations in Messen must be announced to the Zivilstandsamt Kreis Bucheggberg-Wasseramt within 48 hours.

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Messen manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Messen (3254 Messen).

Friedhof Messen (3254 Messen)
Friedhof Messen is the main cemetery in Messen, located at 3254 Messen. It offers inhumation and cremation services.
Friedhof Balm (Kirchweg 14, 3254 Balm b. Messen)
Friedhof Balm is a cemetery serving Messen, located at Kirchweg 14, 3254 Balm b. Messen. It offers inhumation and cremation services.