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(USE THIS FORM ONLY IF THE BODY IS WITH THE HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY MEDICAL EXAMINER.) The Hillsborough Medical Examiner Department requires the legal next-of-kin to sign their form prior to releasing the body to the funeral provider. This form is for that purpose. While this form includes their fax number, please do not fax this form to the Medical Examiner, return the form to us and we will provide it to them.

Immediate Need Form

Personal Information of Deceased

Preparation Information

Physician Information

Personal Information of Person Legally Responsible for Disposition

Helpful Information for when we meet


When you meet with a member of our staff to discuss your arrangements, we'll first provide you with a general price list to give you a basic idea of what our services cost.


We'll then ask you about your loved one to gain an understanding of the person the services will honor. Use this time to communicate your ideas and preferences, share your loved one's life story, revisit memories, and highlight their accomplishments. Our professionals will use this information to guide you in the creation of a personalized, meaningful celebration of your loved one's life.


This process may include:

  • Preparing and filing the official Death Certificate
  •  Scheduling the services and events (including the location, date, and time)
  • Selecting a casket, urn, or other products you may need
  • Drafting an obituary
  • Selecting pallbearers


We'd like to make this process as smooth and stress-free for you as we can, so remember to bring the following information about your loved one with you as well:

  • Full legal name and home address
  • Social security number
  • Date of birth
  • Place of birth
  • Father's name
  • Mother's maiden name
  • Veteran's discharge papers (DD-214), if applicable
  • Highest education
  • Occupation
  • Information about the burial location, if applicable
  • Clergy name and phone number, if applicable
  • Names and relationships of survivors
  • Insurance policy information if using to pay for funeral expenses


Please also bring a recent photograph and any clothing you'd like us to use when dressing your loved one for the service.