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We provide you with the information required to apply for the CPP death benefit which is a $2,500 flat rate (provided that your loved one has contributed to CPP in their lifetime), the CPP survivor’s pension or child benefits as well as a list of the many things the executor must consider in order to settle the estate. We discuss how many death certificates you will require to settle the estate and provide you with the funeral service agreement which itemizes our fees for the services we provide. After our meeting we contact your loved one’s physician and request that they provide us with the medical certificate of death (if the death is being handled by the Coroner we contact the Coroner’s office for the medical certificate of death).
When we are involved in the celebration of your loved one’s life we will set up another appointment to go through the options that you choose for the service such as slideshow, hand outs, memorial take away gifts, venue booking, celebrant or minister booking, food, rentals, coffee/tea arrangements, memorial table, flowers, sign in guest register, music and any other details that come up. We are there to design the handout, make the slideshow, and coordinate all
that is required for the celebration as well as attend the celebration and direct the gathering.
Can I personalize my service?
Absolutely! Our staff has experience in getting to know families and incorporating their loved one’s hobbies, activities, interests and unique requests into meaningful and memorable services. Do not hesitate to make a request because you think it might be too “out there” – we are honoured to work with you to create a service that truly reflects and celebrates your loved one’s individual life journey.
What do I do when a death occurs while out of town or away from home?
It is important that you contact the local medical authorities first (as well as the police, if appropriate) and then make sure to give us a call as soon as possible. We will work with you to make the necessary arrangements to get your loved one back home.
At Devlin Funeral Home we take pride in providing our community with personalized service and there is no
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