Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Kriens?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Kriens 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 Kriens cemetery?

At the Kriens 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 Kriens should be notified of the death?

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

All notices published in the municipality of Kriens. Information updated from the leading sources and local newspapers.

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Nidwalden
Kriens

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Speranza Montemaggiori-Renghini

86 years21 May 2026Kriens, NW

Michael Jahn

69 years17 May 2026Kriens, NW

Private ceremony

Elisabetha Huber-Wyss

82 years30 April 2026Kriens, NW

Private ceremony

Annemarie Hadorn-Kipper

78 years22 April 2026Kriens, NW

Sonja Britschgi-Signorelli

91 years22 April 2026Kriens, NW

Andreas Kündig

90 years20 April 2026Kriens, NW

Engelbert Bütler-Ziswiler

93 years12 April 2026Kriens, NW

Kurt Wälti-Kyburz

89 years5 April 2026Kriens, NW

Eric Spring

68 years26 March 2026Kriens, NW

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Funeral homes - Kriens

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What to do in case of death in Kriens?

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

In Kriens, deaths must be reported to the Zivilstandsamt Kriens, the civil registry office responsible for recording vital events in the commune.

Legal Procedures

To report a death in Kriens, contact the Zivilstandsamt Kriens at Stadtplatz 1, 6010 Kriens. You can reach the office by phone at +41 41 329 63 15 or by email at zivilstandsamt@kriens.ch.

Zivilstandsamt Kriens

+41 41 329 63 15

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Kriens manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Anderallmend (Friedhofstrasse 2, 6010 Kriens).

Friedhof Anderallmend (Friedhofstrasse 2, 6010 Kriens)
Friedhof Anderallmend is the main cemetery in Kriens, located at Friedhofstrasse 2, 6010 Kriens. It offers inhumation, cremation, family tombs, and columbarium services.
Friedhof Kirche St. Gallus (Kirchrainweg 5, 6010 Kriens)
Friedhof Kirche St. Gallus is a cemetery in Kriens located at Kirchrainweg 5, 6010 Kriens. It offers inhumation, cremation, and family tomb sepulture types.