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

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

The average cost of a funeral in Rüschlikon 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 Rüschlikon cemetery?

At the Rüschlikon 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 Rüschlikon should be notified of the death?

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

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ZH Left Bank
Rüschlikon

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· 22 notices

Norman Blank

75 years18 July 2025Rüschlikon, ZH

Daniel Helfenstein-Müller

57 years18 July 2025Rüschlikon, ZH

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Funeral homes - Rüschlikon

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What to do in case of death in Rüschlikon?

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 Thalwil-Rüschlikon-Kilchberg (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Rüschlikon

Rüschlikon residents must report deaths to the Zivilstandsamt Thalwil-Rüschlikon-Kilchberg, the civil registry office serving the commune.

Legal Procedures

The Zivilstandsamt Thalwil-Rüschlikon-Kilchberg handles death declarations for Rüschlikon. The office is located at Alte Landstrasse 112, 8800 Thalwil. Contact the office by telephone at +41 44 723 22 28 or by email at zivilstandsamt@thalwil.ch to report a death or obtain further information about the required procedure.

Zivilstandsamt Thalwil-Rüschlikon-Kilchberg

+41 44 723 22 28

Cemetery and resting place

Friedhof Rüschlikon is the main cemetery in Rüschlikon, located at Langhaldenstrasse 62, 8803 Rüschlikon. It offers inhumation, cremation, and family tomb (tombe familiale) sepulture types.