What To Do When Someone Dies

What to Do When a Death Occurs

Losing a loved one is never easy, and knowing what steps to take can help provide reassurance during this difficult time.

If a Death Occurs at Home

  • If the deceased was under the care of a doctor, the doctor should be notified.
  • If the deceased was not under medical care, you must contact emergency services.
  • You should contact Ryan’s Funeral Directors to begin making funeral arrangements.
  • Depending on the circumstances, the deceased may be taken into the care of our funeral home or, in the case of a sudden death, to a hospital for a post-mortem examination.

If a Death Occurs in a Hospital, Hospice, or Nursing Home

  • Normally, a doctor will be in attendance or called by the nursing team to confirm that death has occurred.
  • The doctor or hospital staff will inform the family if a post-mortem examination is required, but in most cases, this will not be necessary.
  • You should contact Ryan’s Funeral Directors to make funeral arrangements.
  • Once the necessary formalities are completed, the deceased can be transferred to our funeral home.

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