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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Niederurnen 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 Niederurnen cemetery?

At the Niederurnen 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 Niederurnen should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Niederurnen (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 Niederurnen - Page 2

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Glarus
Glarus Nord
Niederurnen

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Heidi Buck-Krapf

89 years7 January 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

Hermine Gallati

88 years28 February 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

Marcel Düggelin

51 years5 March 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

Hanspeter Brügger-Licini

86 years18 April 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

Katharina Krieg-Steiner

68 years23 June 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

Hans Leuzinger-Deveza

82 years26 July 2025Niederurnen, Glarus Nord, GL

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What to do in case of death in Niederurnen?

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 Glarus (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Niederurnen

Niederurnen residents must report deaths to the Zivilstandsamt Glarus, the civil registry office serving the canton.

Legal Procedures

Deaths in Niederurnen are registered through the Zivilstandsamt Glarus. The office is located at Postgasse 29, 8750 Glarus and can be reached at +41 55 646 69 50 or zivilstandsamt@gl.ch.

Zivilstandsamt Glarus

+41 55 646 69 50

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Niederurnen manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Niederurnen (Hauptstrasse, 8867 Niederurnen).

Friedhof Niederurnen (Hauptstrasse, 8867 Niederurnen)
Friedhof Niederurnen is the main cemetery in Niederurnen, located at Hauptstrasse, 8867 Niederurnen. It offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium services.
Friedhof Niederurnen (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Niederurnen is the main cemetery in Glarus Nord, located in Niederurnen. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Bilten (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Bilten is a cemetery in Glarus Nord located in Bilten. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Oberurnen (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Oberurnen is located in Oberurnen, Glarus Nord. The cemetery offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types, but does not have an on-site crematorium.
Friedhof Näfels (Kirchstrasse, 8752 Näfels)
Friedhof Näfels is a cemetery in Glarus Nord located at Kirchstrasse, 8752 Näfels. It offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium services.
Friedhof Mollis (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Mollis is a cemetery in Glarus Nord located in Mollis. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Obstalden (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Obstalden is located in Obstalden, Glarus Nord. The cemetery offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Mühlehorn (Glarus Nord)
Friedhof Mühlehorn is a cemetery in Glarus Nord located in Mühlehorn. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.