What Information Do I Need to Make Arrangements?

Information required for the death certificate includes:

  • Full Name and Address
  • Social Security Number
  • Occupation & Employer
  • Date of Birth
  • Place of Birth (Township or City of Birth)
  • Race
  • Highest Level of Education
  • Father’s Name & Mother’s Name (including Mother's Maiden name)
  • Marital Status
  • Name of Spouse (if married or widowed)
  • Military Service (Branch of Service and DD214 Form)

If no pre-planning has been done, necessary arrangements need to be made.  This may include:

  • Scheduling the date and time of the Memorial Gathering and/or Memorial Service
  • Choosing cremation merchandise
  • Arranging a cemetery plot
  • Preparing a death notice

Have a question? Call: (716) 824-6435
ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE
873 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, NY 14220