Q: My husband passed away on the 20th of September, and I still have yet to recieve a death certificate.
The physician said she has not signed it, nor does she have it. I believe the funeral director never sent it in. I've sent him an email, and he has yet to respond. What can I do
A: That is not too long a period of time yet. It can easily take a month to issue some Death Certificates. With no response in a week, I would go to the County Health Department and inquire about the Certificate's status. On occasion the Sheriff may be of some assistance. If there is an autopsy involved, then that is why it is taking a while.
A: You d=need to first do your detective work to determine the kink in the hose
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