Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Kerns?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Kerns 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 Kerns cemetery?

At the Kerns 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 Kerns should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Kerns (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 Kerns - Page 3

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Obwalden
Kerns

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· 41 notices

Ernst Blättler-Michel

89 years26 July 2025Kerns, OW

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Funeral homes - Kerns

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Zumstein Bestattungsdienste AG

Sarnen, OWInformative profile

Röthlin Bestattungen

Sachseln, OWInformative profile

What to do in case of death in Kerns?

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 Kerns

Kerns is served by Zivilstandsamt Obwalden, the civil registry office responsible for registering deaths and vital events in the canton.

Legal Procedures

Deaths 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 death declaration process.

Zivilstandsamt Obwalden

+41 41 666 35 00

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Kerns manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof im Dorf (Bünt) (Bünt, 6064 Kerns).

Friedhof im Dorf (Bünt) (Bünt, 6064 Kerns)
Friedhof im Dorf (Bünt) is the main cemetery in Kerns, located at Bünt, 6064 Kerns. It offers inhumation and cremation services.
Friedhof im Melchtal (bei der Wallfahrtskirche) (Melchtal, 6067 Melchtal)
Friedhof im Melchtal (bei der Wallfahrtskirche) is located in Kerns at Melchtal, 6067 Kerns. The cemetery offers inhumation and cremation services.
Friedhof beim Kloster Melchtal (Kloster Melchtal, 6067 Melchtal)
Friedhof beim Kloster Melchtal is a cemetery in Kerns located at Kloster Melchtal, 6067 Kerns. It offers inhumation as a sepulture type and does not have a crematorium.