Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Engelburg?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Engelburg 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 Engelburg cemetery?

At the Engelburg 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 Engelburg should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Engelburg (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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Alois Adolf Angehrn-Löpfe

95 years7 February 2025Engelburg, Gaiserwald, SG

Klaus Kuratli

93 years28 March 2025Engelburg, Gaiserwald, SG

Johanna Kellenberg Demuth

89 years4 May 2025Engelburg, Gaiserwald, SG

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Funeral homes - Engelburg

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Keller Bestattungen GmbH

Rorschach, SGInformative profile

Herrsche Bestattungen GmbH

Montlingen, SGInformative profile

Bestattungsdienst Brühlmann GmbH

St. Margarethen TG, SGInformative profile

What to do in case of death in Engelburg?

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

Engelburg residents must report deaths to the Zivilstandsamt Gossau, the regional civil registry office serving the commune.

Legal Procedures

To declare a death in Engelburg, contact Zivilstandsamt Gossau at Bahnhofstrasse 25, 9201 Gossau. You may reach the office by telephone at +41 71 388 42 25 or by email at zivilstandsamt@stadtgossau.ch.

Zivilstandsamt Gossau

+41 71 388 42 25

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Engelburg manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof Engelburg (St. Gallerstrasse 1, 9032 Engelburg).

Friedhof Engelburg (St. Gallerstrasse 1, 9032 Engelburg)
Friedhof Engelburg is the main cemetery in Engelburg, located at St. Gallerstrasse 1, 9032 Engelburg. It offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium services.
Friedhof Abtwil (Kirchweg 3, 9030 Abtwil SG)
Friedhof Abtwil is a cemetery in Gaiserwald located at Kirchweg 3, 9030 Abtwil. It offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium sepulture types.
Friedhof Engelburg (St. Gallerstrasse 4, 9032 Engelburg)
Friedhof Engelburg serves Gaiserwald and is located at St. Gallerstrasse 4, 9032 Engelburg. The cemetery offers inhumation, cremation, and columbarium sepulture types.