Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Thun?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Thun 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 Thun cemetery?

At the Thun 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 Thun should be notified of the death?

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

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Helen Dähler-Egli

85 years11 July 2025Thun, BE

Gerhard Heinz Zimmermann

81 years23 July 2025Thun, BE

Margit Jirenec-Fischer

78 years30 October 2023Thun, BE

Hanna Magdalena Kläntschi-Wegmüller

73 years5 November 2023Thun, BE

Helmut Josef Jirenec-Fischer

83 years21 November 2023Thun, BE

Erich Peter-Luginbühl

72 years3 June 2024Thun, BE

Olga Jaggi Von Gunten

94 years8 October 2024Thun, BE

Roland Willy Fendrich-Bacher

77 years11 November 2024Thun, BE

Andreas Zimmermann

70 years14 December 2024Thun, BE

Martin Rudolf Hess

64 years8 February 2025Thun, BE

Ernst Willy Wenger-Berger

90 years28 May 2025Thun, BE

Otto Gyger-Wyss

89 years31 May 2025Thun, BE

Ulrich Fiviar

70 years29 April 2025Thun, BE

Max Zumbrunn

92 years16 May 2025Thun, BE

Gabriele Kämpf-Stadelmann

65 years22 May 2025Thun, BE

Peter Toni Däppen-Eggimann

90 years4 June 2025Thun, BE

Rudolf Grossmann

84 years7 June 2025Thun, BE

Margarethe Liechti-Rabitsch

73 years19 June 2025Thun, BE

Käthi Wittwer

89 years26 June 2025Thun, BE

Friedhelm Karl Hagebeucker-Dintera

91 years25 July 2025Thun, BE

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Funeral homes - Thun

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Thomas Rubin AG Bestattungsdienst

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Allgemeine Bestattungs AG Thun

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achtsam bestatten GmbH

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What to do in case of death in Thun?

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 Thun

In Thun, canton BE, death declarations are processed by the Zivilstandsamt Oberland West civil registry office.

Legal Procedures

Death declarations in Thun must be announced to the Zivilstandsamt Oberland West within 48 hours. The office is located at Scheibenstrasse 3, 3600 Thun. Contact the office by telephone at +41 31 635 43 00 or by email at za.ow.zbd@be.ch to initiate the declaration process.

Zivilstandsamt Oberland West

+41 31 635 43 00

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Thun manages several cemeteries. The main one is Stadtfriedhof Thun (Schönaustrasse 23, 3600 Thun).

Stadtfriedhof Thun (Schönaustrasse 23, 3600 Thun)
Stadtfriedhof Thun is the main cemetery in Thun, located at Schönaustrasse 23, 3600 Thun. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Schorenfriedhof (Strättligenstrasse 18, 3645 Gwatt (Thun))
Schorenfriedhof is a cemetery in Thun located at Strättligenstrasse 18, 3645 Gwatt (Thun). It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types, and has an on-site crematorium.
Friedhof Goldiwil (Dorfstrasse 63, 3624 Goldiwil (Thun))
Friedhof Goldiwil is a cemetery serving Thun, located at Dorfstrasse 63, 3624 Goldiwil. It offers inhumation, cremation, and jardin souvenir sepulture types, and does not have an on-site crematorium.