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What
should you do after the funeral?
After the funeral, there will be a number of things that require
attention. Most of them fortunately can be postponed for a
reasonable length of time, until you feel ready.
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home understands the intricacies
of bereavement and will provide care for you and your family
in your time of mourning.
In addition we will assist you in the following areas of importance:
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
After a funeral, financial accounts are an important concern.
Financial accounts:
• Checking Accounts
• Savings Accounts
• Trust Accounts
• Money Market Accounts
• Annuities
• Certificates of Deposits
• Credit Union Fund
• IRA’s
• Mortgage/Personal Loans
• Mutual Funds
• Pension Funds
• Stocks and Bonds
However, most banks have a difference in their policies, so
it is suggested that an individual contacts his/her financial
institution(s) for its/their requirements.
REAL PROPERTY
All real properties (home, condominium, and rented or vacant
properties) should be expeditiously and properly transferred.
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home recommends a person do so with competent
professional assistance to safeguard his/her interest and
assets.
VEHICLE TITLE TRANSFER
Transfer of title is needed for all motorized vehicles. All
forms and title transfers can be done at the Secretary of State/Department of Motor Vehicles, a satellite courthouse, or a local tag agency
within the county. We recommend an individual call one of
these facilities in advance for documentation requirements.
INSURANCE
To claim entitled insurance benefits, the following documentation
is required:
• A certified copy of the Death Certificate for each
insurance company
• Claim form signed by the beneficiary(ies)
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home will assist in filing life
insurance claims of the insured deceased. We have all relevant
insurance claim forms available. In fact, in most cases the beneficiary
can assign the insurance proceeds to pay the funeral expenses.
SOCIAL SECURITY
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home will file a death claim form with the Social
Security Administration within 7 days after funeral arrangements have been made, notifying that a death has occurred.
We recommend that a person call the Social Security Administrative
nearest to him/her to discuss any benefits for which he/she
may be entitled to. Information regarding the location and
telephone number of the nearest office can be obtained from
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home. A certified copy of the death
certificate may be necessary to satisfy Social Security
requirements.
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION
If applicable, Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home will file the
following forms with the Veterans Administration:
• Application for burial benefits
• Application for United States flag for burial purpose
• Application for Government Marker
• Application for Soldiers and Sailors Funds
For further information about these benefits, please contact
Lawrence E. Moon funeral home at 810-789-6666.
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