Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Stansstad?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Stansstad 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 Stansstad cemetery?

At the Stansstad 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 Stansstad should be notified of the death?

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

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Nidwalden
Stansstad

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· 24 notices

Berta Odermatt-Bösch

80 years24 March 2025Stansstad, NW

Therese Von Rohr-Blatti

79 years24 April 2025Stansstad, NW

Ingrid Cometto-Kantsperger

82 years30 May 2025Stansstad, NW

Fred Kurmann-Hunziker

89 years28 June 2025Stansstad, NW

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What to do in case of death in Stansstad?

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 und Bürgerrecht Nidwalden (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Stansstad

In Stansstad, deaths must be reported to the civil registry office within 48 hours of occurrence.

Legal Procedures

Deaths in Stansstad are handled by the Zivilstandsamt und Bürgerrecht Nidwalden. The announcement must be made within 48 hours. The office is located at Marktgasse 3, 6371 Stans. Contact the office by telephone at +41 41 618 72 60 or by email at zivilstandsamt@nw.ch.

Zivilstandsamt und Bürgerrecht Nidwalden

+41 41 618 72 60

Cemetery and resting place

Friedhof Stansstad is the main cemetery in Stansstad, located at Dorfstrasse, 6362 Stansstad. It offers inhumation, cremation, family tombs, columbarium, and memorial garden sepulture types.