When a death occurs, your primary responsibility is to yourself and your loved ones. There are a number of things that require attention simultaneously. Call Doherty Funeral Service immediately. Regardless of the day or hour, we are always prepared to respond to your needs quickly and competently. Our main function is to assist you with the necessary details of the funeral process.

• Conducting funeral arrangements 

• Securing necessary permits and authorizations

• Obtaining and filing the death certificate

• Care and custody of the body and embalming if necessary

• Coordinating details with the church and clergy

• Arranging music you have selected, notifying soloists, singers and musicians

• Placing obituary and funeral notices in the newspaper(s) of your choice

• Assisting in arrangements for cemetery space, grave opening and closing

• Arranging transportation for you and the members of your family during the funeral

• Notifying any fraternal orders or other organizations who might have a part in the service

• Supervision and direction of the funeral or memorial service

• Assistance in securing Veterans Administration burial allowances to which you may be entitled

• We notify Social Security a death has occurred

• Help in completing insurance claim forms

• If the deceased is to be sent to a distant location for burial, the funeral director will make all necessary arrangements for transportation, funeral service, and burial at that destination

• Follow-up after the funeral with practical assistance for final details and financial settlement

• Counseling and referring families to appropriate community support resources