When Death Occurs ...

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, and bearing the responsibility can be overwhelming. Remember that you are not alone. Mt. Scott Funeral Home staff are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assist you with the details and to offer our guidance and expertise. 

After a death has occurred, notify Mt. Scott Funeral Home by calling 503-771-1171. 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? (If yes, what is the plan name or number?) 

What should I do if the death occurs in the middle of the night or on the weekend? 

When a death occurs, Mt. Scott Funeral Home personnel are available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You may call 503-771-1171 at any time for our assistance. 

Will someone come right away? 

If you request immediate assistance, yes. If the family wishes to spend a short time with the deceased loved one to say good bye, it is completely acceptable. Mt. Scott Funeral Home staff will come when the time is right for you and your family. 

If a loved one dies out of state, can Mt. Scott Funeral Home still help?

When death occurs away from home, Mt. Scott Home can assist you with out-of-state arrangements and transfer of the deceased to Oregon or to another preferred location. For questions and/or assistance, please call us at 503-771-1171. 

How are funeral arrangements made? 

Upon calling us, 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 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 or Claim Number. 
• A recent photograph of the deceased. 
• Pre-arrangement paperwork (if applicable). 
• Cemetery lot information (if applicable).