When a death occurs in your family, you will be faced with important tasks and decision-making during a very difficult time. You may not know what to do or when to begin making arrangements. Bearing the responsibility can be overwhelming. Remember that you are not alone B.L.Frederick Memorial Center is available 24 hours a day to assist you with the details and offer our guidance. We have compiled the following list to help guide you through the steps you will need to take when a death has occurred. One of our well trained funeral directors will help coordinate all of the funeral details when you come into the office to complete funeral arrangements.  

After a death has occurred, notify B.L. Frederick Memorial Center by calling 803-377-7316. The following are some questions that we may ask when you call:

• What is the full name of the deceased?
• What is the location of the deceased (Hospital, Nursing Facility or residence)?
• What is your name, address and telephone number?
• What is the name, address and phone number of the next-of-kin?
• Is there a pre-arranged funeral plan?
• We will then set an appointment time for you to come to the funeral home to complete the details of the funeral arrangement. We will ask you to bring in some items and information that will be necessary to complete the arrangement. These items will include:
  • Clothing for the deceased
  • Social security card/number of the deceased
  • The deceased's birth date and city and state of birth
  • The deceased's parents names, including mother's maiden name
  • Information about the deceased's education
  • Marital status of the deceased
  • Veteran's discharge papers (DD214) 
  • A recent photograph of the deceased
  • Cemetery plot information (if applicable)