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Planning Ahead There are many things to think about when a loved one dies. It is our hope that this information will help make the process easier and lighten your burden. If you have questions, please call and we will be happy to assist. We will have the death certificate signed by the physician and filed with the Division of Vital Statistics. We can order certified copies for insurance and other matters. We will file a notification of death with the Social Security Administration. We suggest you contact them if you have any questions about benefits. We will make an application for you for V.A. benefits. Allow 60 days from the date of filing for benefits to arrive. We will notify KPERS if the deceased was a state employee. Benefits can be assigned to the funeral home preceding a death to avoid taxes. Contact the agents of all insuring companies to supply you with all the necessary forms. Be prepared to give them the policy numbers. We will be glad to help you fill out the forms. Contact your bank to see if any changes need to be made regarding names on your accounts. Keep an inventory list of financial matters and a duplicate in your safety deposit box. If it is necessary to change the title on any vehicle, you will need a Decedent Affidavit form which may be obtained through the Riley County Treasurer's Office, (785) 537-6320. If you have a home mortgage or installment loans, you may have Credit Life or Mortgage Insurance. We recommend that you check with your lending institution for information and claim forms. Property held jointly by husband and wife may be transferred to the surviving spouse. You will need to have a new deed drawn up if you should want to sell the property. You may wish to consult with a real estate broker or an attorney in any real estate matter. You may need to update your will or trust, or have one drawn up. Contact your banker or an attorney for more information. For general questions concerning whether or not estates need to be probated, we recommend you contact the Probate Clerk of the District Court, (785) 537-6364 Contact your stockbroker or accountant. Any stocks or bonds held solely in the decedent's name must generally be probated; those owned jointly can be transferred to the surviving owner. For advice regarding tax problems, contact an attorney or an accountant. Call your health insurance company to cancel the policy of the decedent. They will need the name, date of death, and identification/policy number. All claims filed up to the date of death will be paid if a proper claim is made. If you have established a memorial in the name of the decedent, we will handle the collection and distribution of those gifts if so desired. Let us know how we at the Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home can continue to be of service.
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