Where can I find the latest funeral notices for Reckingen VS?

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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Reckingen VS 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 Reckingen VS cemetery?

At the Reckingen VS 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 Reckingen VS should be notified of the death?

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

All notices published in the municipality of Reckingen VS and the surrounding Upper Valais area. Information updated from the leading sources and local newspapers.

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Reckingen VS

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· 11 notices

Ida Schnydrig Walpen

94 years9 January 2026Reckingen VS, VS

Hans Meier

69 years21 October 2019Reckingen VS, VS

Martin Holzer-Füchslin

83 years18 November 2019Reckingen VS, VS

Christian Walpen

34 years2 March 2020Reckingen VS, VS

Alex Holzer-Biderbost

82 years14 March 2020Reckingen VS, VS

Peter Müller-Hostettler

78 years2020Reckingen VS, VS

Stefan Gundi

53 years29 May 2021Reckingen VS, VS

Nathalie Gundi

54 years4 June 2022Reckingen VS, VS

Denise Biderbost-Schnydrig

63 years12 July 2022Reckingen VS, VS

Marie Frankiny-Hagen

93 years3 January 2024Reckingen VS, VS

Elmar Walpen-Briw

66 years16 March 2024Reckingen VS, VS

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Funeral homes - Reckingen VS

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Andermatten Lambrigger Bestattungsdienste AG

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Coquoz & Sarrasin

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What to do in case of death in Reckingen VS?

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 Brig-Glis (within 72 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Reckingen VS

Reckingen in canton VS handles death declarations through the Zivilstandsamt Brig-Glis, the civil registry office serving the region.

Legal Procedures

Death must be announced to the Zivilstandsamt Brig-Glis within 72 hours. The office is located at Alte Simplonstrasse 26, 3900 Brig-Glis. Contact the office by phone at +41 27 607 12 80 or by email at zivilstand-brig-glis@admin.vs.ch to report a death or obtain further guidance on the declaration process.

Zivilstandsamt Brig-Glis

+41 27 607 12 80

Cemetery and resting place

Friedhof Reckingen is the main cemetery in Reckingen VS, located at Furkastrasse 458, 3998 Reckingen, Goms. The cemetery offers inhumation services and does not have a crematorium on site.