How to Organize a Funeral in Adler: A Complete Family Checklist

Losing someone close is a shock — in those moments it is important to act step by step. Do not move the body yourself; this violates sanitary rules and can complicate documents. Call an ambulance or district doctor to confirm death.

Wait for the medic and obtain the medical death certificate. Only then call the funeral agency — we work around the clock in Adler and Sochi. The agent will confirm the address, circumstances, and arrange transport to the morgue.

Tell relatives after official confirmation — when you have the doctor's document. Ask trusted people to help with calls so you do not make every decision alone.

Register the death at ZAGS based on the medical certificate. This official document is needed for the benefit, burial permit, and cremation.

Decide on the farewell format: earth burial or cremation. Choose a cemetery or crematorium — the agent will suggest options in Adler and Sochi with available space. Select coffin, clothing for dressing, wreaths — from the agency catalog.

Agree a preliminary plan and estimate with the agent. The initial consultation is free; cost is fixed in the contract before work begins.

Confirm the exact date and time of farewell with the cemetery, church, and relatives. Order wreaths and flowers — fresh or artificial, as the family prefers. Arrange funeral rites or a civil panikhida if needed.

Apply for the burial benefit at SFR or the deceased's employer — receipts and the agency contract are required. We help gather documents.

Prepare a memorial meal if the family plans one after the ceremony. The agent advises on traditions and can recommend venues in Adler or Sochi.

On the day of farewell funeral transport delivers the coffin to the ceremony venue and cemetery. Pallbearers ensure dignified carrying at every stage. The agent is present and handles organizational matters on site.

The burial ceremony follows the agreed plan: words of farewell, funeral rites if applicable, lowering the coffin. After completion documents are handed to the family and agent support continues for next steps.

Do not hesitate to ask for help — that is normal during mourning. Our task is to remove organizational burden from you.

Submit burial benefit documents within six months of the date of death. Keep all receipts and the contract — without them payment will not be processed.

Many families mark the 9th and 40th days after the funeral with a panikhida and a cemetery visit. We help arrange the church service and wreath delivery.

Cross installation, grave care, monument consultation — contact us at any time. The funeral agency supports the family not only on funeral day but in the weeks that follow.