Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Giswil?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Giswil 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 Giswil cemetery?

At the Giswil 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 Giswil should be notified of the death?

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

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Obwalden
Giswil

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· 28 notices

Karl Rey-Sigrist

99 years8 February 2025Giswil, OW

Toni Moser-Eberli

78 years31 March 2025Giswil, OW

Emmi Riebli-Halter

79 years19 April 2025Giswil, OW

Otti Rohrer-Fallegger

68 years4 May 2025Giswil, OW

Rita Amgarten-Koller

87 years27 May 2025Giswil, OW

Doris Abächerli-Schäli

81 years7 July 2025Giswil, OW

Hans Ammann-Müller

87 years25 July 2025Giswil, OW

Olga Rita Bienz-Gilgen

82 years25 July 2025Giswil, OW

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Funeral homes - Giswil

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Zumstein Bestattungsdienste AG

Sarnen, OWInformative profile

Röthlin Bestattungen

Sachseln, OWInformative profile

What to do in case of death in Giswil?

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

Giswil is served by Zivilstandsamt Obwalden for civil registration matters, located in Sarnen with contact details available for death declarations.

Legal Procedures

Death declarations in Giswil must be announced to Zivilstandsamt Obwalden within 48 hours. The office is located at Brünigstrasse 180a, 6060 Sarnen. Contact the office by phone at +41 41 666 35 00 or by email at zivilstandsamt@sarnen.ow.ch to initiate the declaration process.

Zivilstandsamt Obwalden

+41 41 666 35 00

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Giswil manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Rudenz (Hunwilerweg, 6074 Giswil).

Friedhof Rudenz (Hunwilerweg, 6074 Giswil)
Friedhof Rudenz is the main cemetery in Giswil, located at Hunwilerweg, 6074 Giswil. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.
Friedhof Grossteil (St. Anton, 6074 Giswil)
Friedhof Grossteil is a cemetery in Giswil located at St. Anton, 6074 Giswil. It offers inhumation, cremation, and jardin souvenir sepulture types.