Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Escholzmatt?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Escholzmatt 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 Escholzmatt cemetery?

At the Escholzmatt 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 Escholzmatt should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Escholzmatt (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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Alfred Rohrer-Spichtig

89 years25 June 2025Escholzmatt, LU

Josef Felder-Bieri

85 years10 July 2025Escholzmatt, LU

Anton Stadelmann-Wicki

87 years11 July 2025Escholzmatt, LU

Hildi Stadelmann-Portmann

89 years24 July 2025Escholzmatt, LU

Toni Zihlmann

76 years25 July 2025Escholzmatt, LU

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Funeral homes - Escholzmatt

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Stalder Bestattungen Region Entlebuch Wolhusen und Umgebung

Hasle LU, LUInformative profile

Bestattungen Hauser AG

Willisau, LUInformative profile

AAA Bestattungen Schrag GmbH

Lucerne, LUInformative profile

What to do in case of death in Escholzmatt?

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 Regionales Zivilstandsamt Wolhusen (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Escholzmatt

In Escholzmatt-Marbach, canton Lucerne, deaths must be announced to the Regionales Zivilstandsamt Wolhusen within 48 hours.

Legal Procedures

Deaths in Escholzmatt-Marbach must be declared to the Regionales Zivilstandsamt Wolhusen. The announcement must be made within 48 hours of the death.

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Escholzmatt manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Escholzmatt (Escholzmatt, 6182 Escholzmatt).

Friedhof Escholzmatt (Escholzmatt, 6182 Escholzmatt)
Friedhof Escholzmatt is the main cemetery in Escholzmatt, located at Escholzmatt, 6182 Escholzmatt. It offers inhumation, cremation, tombe familiale, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Escholzmatt (Hauptstrasse, 6182 Escholzmatt)
Friedhof Escholzmatt is the main cemetery in Escholzmatt-Marbach, located at Hauptstrasse, 6182 Escholzmatt. It offers inhumation, cremation, family tombs, and memorial gardens.
Friedhof Marbach (Marbach, 6196 Marbach LU)
Friedhof Marbach is a cemetery in Escholzmatt serving the Marbach area, located at Marbach, 6196 Marbach. It offers inhumation, cremation, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Marbach (Dorfstrasse, 6196 Marbach LU)
Friedhof Marbach is a cemetery in Escholzmatt-Marbach located at Dorfstrasse, 6196 Marbach. It offers inhumation, cremation, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Wiggen (Wiggen, 6192 Wiggen)
Friedhof Wiggen in Escholzmatt is located at Wiggen, 6192 Wiggen and offers inhumation, cremation, tombe familiale, and jardin souvenir. The cemetery does not have an on-site crematorium.
Friedhof Wiggen (Wiggen, 6192 Wiggen)
Friedhof Wiggen is a cemetery in Escholzmatt-Marbach located at Wiggen, 6192 Wiggen. It offers inhumation, cremation, family tombs, and memorial gardens.