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Please understand that when a death occurs over a weekend, most German offices, including certain police authorities, are closed. Therefore, in some cases, it might take until the next business day for us to provide the next-of-kin with additional information. In some cases, the German authorities require an autopsy to be preformed in order to complete the documentation of the death. The Report of Death can only be issued after the German authorities complete their documentation of the death and the embassy or consulate has received the necessary documentation from the next-of-kin. Certified copies of the Report of Death will be sent to the next-of-kin or legal representative and the original will be sent to the Department of State for permanent filing.
As the CDC guidelines only permit the return of embalmed remains in a hermetically sealed casket,transportation of remains of COVID-19 deceased is not permitted at this time. Our funeral home was founded with the belief that community members could deliver superior service and better satisfy the needs of our community than large, distant corporations. We have been overwhelmed by the trust and support our community has shown since opening in 1999. Honoring the achievements of your loved ones and celebrating the life you shared together are the cornerstones of healing after loss. Celebrates life, and launches the much-needed healing process.
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FordeceasedU.S.citizen tourists, the next-of-kin should consider checking to see if the deceased purchased a travel insurance policy. If such a policy exists, please contact the insurance company before making any arrangements. In these cases, the insurance company may pay for most or all of the costs to ship the remains and personal effects. Death is a time of crisis for one’s family and friends no matter where it takes place. If a death occurs overseas, the experience can be even more traumatic, especially if the procedures involved are not clearly understood. As 2022 comes to a close and we begin a New Year, the entire staff of Heritage Funeral and Cremation Service wanted to take the opportunity to say “Thank You” for allowing us to serve your family during the past year.
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When a U.S. citizen in Germany passes away, the German authorities will immediately seek to inform any next-of-kin in Germany of that person’s death and offer their assistance. If the deceased’s next-of-kin lives in the United States and there are no relatives or friends in Germany , the German authorities will contact the embassy or consulate for assistance in notifying the next-of-kin . The embassy or consulate will, in turn, contact the next-of-kin at the earliest possible time to notify them of the death and offer information about making arrangements for the disposition of the deceased’s remains. We have decades of experience caring for families from all walks of life. Each family calls on us in their time of need because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
We consider our grounds to be a beautiful place to celebrate life. Whether you’re attending a service, visiting a memorial or finding peace in nature, we welcome you. As we continue into the future, we look forward to being 100% Jackson County owned and operated. We will continue our tradition of accepting all pre-arrangements – no matter how long they have been set up, or where they originated.
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This document is in English and is normally based upon the German death certificate. It can generally be used in U.S. courts to help settle estate matters. German probate courts are responsible for overseeing the disposition of any estate and/or personal effects of deceased U.S. citizens.
We invite you to discover who has made Heritage Funeral Homes the ultimate provider of creating healing experiences in the community. We are known for our compassionate, caring and professional staff, and have years of experience in planning military services. Whether your family chooses cremation or traditional services, we will be proud to take care of all the details. Our professionals can help bring a personal touch to a traditional funeral service, allowing a loved one’s uniqueness to be celebrated and remembered. Clickhereand go to your consular district to find a list of funeral homes with English speaking capabilities. Please note that funeral homes in Germany expect advance payment.
While other funeral homes send your loved one to a third party crematory, we believe that once your loved one is in our care, that's where they should stay. For over 20 years our focus has been on putting the needs of the families we serve needs first. Serving everyone that comes through our doors with the Care and Compassion they deserve. This focus is what has lead Heritage Funeral Homes to be The Most Trusted Funeral Provider in the Greater Charlotte Area. When we hear of the death of a U.S. citizen, we will endeavor to reach the deceased’s next-of-kin as quickly as possible. We make it a priority to provide the next-of-kin with all available details surrounding their loved one’s death.
You are welcome to call us any time of the day or night, any day of the week, for immediate assistance. Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience. Pre-planning your funeral should be a natural part of life, as it provides you with time to make end-of-life decisions in a calm and rational atmosphere. In order to assist you with legal matters that may arise as a result of the death, we will forward to the next-of-kin or legal representative the Consular Report of Death of a U.S.
Our commitment to South Mississippi families will never waiver. Our name “Heritage” reflects this commitment to you. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory offers a complete range of services that are meaningful, healing, and appropriate. Per German regulations, embalming should not be performed for persons who die of a quarantinable communicable disease, including COVID-19.
This document is accepted in the United States as the legal equivalent of a state death certificate. Funeral homes curate a final ceremony that provides space for guests to begin the journey through grief together. This expertise contributes to a meaningful funeral service that gives mourners a chance to say their last farewells. The funeral service is an important point of closure for those who have suffered a recent loss, often marking just the beginning of collective mourning. It is a time to share memories, receive condolences and say goodbye. Meaningful memorialization of a loved one’s passing can transform, heal, and comfort us.
Pre-planning lets your loved ones focus on honoring life instead of hashing out details. Learn the choices you can make now, so a future funeral becomes more of a celebration than a burden. We offer a full range of memorial gifts to help comfort and support those who are grieving a loss.
It highlights our loved ones’ sacrifices, reminds us of the things they value, and inspires us with their life stories. Up to 20 copies of the Report of Death, issued at the time of death, will be provided by the embassy or consulate free of charge. If additional copies are needed in the future, they can be obtained for a fee from the Department of State.
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Our Indian Trail location was founded in 1998, and our Weddington/Matthews location was opened in 2002. Our Ballantyne location was established in 2008 to meet the needs of the Ballantyne/Sun City communities. And in 2002, we opened Simply Cremations and Burial Service as our stand-alone, on site crematory, located in Matthews, with a viewing room for families desiring to witness the start of the cremation.
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