This is to inform that department of death and to request paperwork if necessary to continue the health insurance for the surviving spouse. The surviving spouse is covered for three months following the death of the retiree to allow for the necessary paperwork to be completed. Experience has shown that the process sometimes takes the full three months. All retirees should note that addresses need to be kept current with the retirement system as well as the Department of Civil Service, Employee Benefits at the above addresses. Address changes must be done in writing to the above addresses.
Beneficiary information needs to be kept current.
If there is any life insurance coverage with a private carrier, contact the local agent of that insurance company. If the deceased left a will, it may be with an attorney, in a safe deposit box or among personal papers. Be prepared to do a new will. If there is a savings account, check with the bank to find out what happens to the account. For information on Federal Income tax, contact the Internal Revenue Service in the city where you normally file yo ur Federal Income Tax Return.