MOVING THROUGH GRIEF

What to do when a loved one dies

If you would like more information or assistance with this process call the Catholic Cemeteries manager at 304-863-6832.

Notify relatives and friends

Contact your parish and notify the pastor or pastoral minister

They will assist you in planning the vigil and funeral liturgy, and if needed can connect you to additional resources.

St. Francis Xavier, Parkersburg, 304-422-6786

St. Margaret Mary, Parkersburg, 304-428-1262

St. Michael, Vienna, WV, 304-295-6109

St. Ambrose, Little Hocking, OH, 740-423-7422

St. Monica, Lubeck, WV, 304-422-6786

Make cemetery arrangements

If these have not been made in advance. The Catholic Cemeteries manager can help you through the process.

Make funeral home arrangements

Write an obituary

The funeral directors in our community are very helpful and can assist you.

Notify insurance agent(s)

Secure important information about the deceased, including date and place of birth, Social Security number and/or veteran’s serial number, etc. The funeral directors in our community are very helpful and can assist you.

Check deceased’s will for special wishes

Assemble important documents, including will, cemetery and/or funeral arrangement documents, birth certificate, marriage license, etc.The funeral directors in our community are very helpful and can assist you.