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Updated 09:09

Wroclaw funerals scheduled for August 21, 2026

Wroclaw obituaries list funerals on August 21, 2026 across six cemeteries. Find times, practical tips, and expat guidance.

The Wroclaw obituaries list outlines funerals planned for Friday, August 21, 2026. The city will hold services at municipal and parish cemeteries across Wrocław.

Wroclaw obituaries: who and where

Families will gather at six main cemeteries. These include Osobowicki, Grabiszyński, Kiełczowski-Psie Pole, Pawłowice, Jerzmanowo, and Leśnica. Consequently, the schedule bundles multiple services across the day. At Osobowicki Cemetery funeral times start in the morning. For example, Jacek Józef Porwisz, born 4 March 1957, passed away 18 August 2026, and his funeral takes place at 9:20. Moreover, Stanisław Osych, born 28 February 1944, will be buried at 10:00. In addition, Janina Dziuk, born 2 June 1931, has a funeral at 10:40. Edward Tarka, born 25 February 1943, will be remembered at 11:20. Furthermore, Jadwiga Szczepańska, born 25 October 1943, has a service at 12:00. Waldemar Markowski, born 23 July 1952, will be laid to rest at 12:40. Irena Strążczek, born 6 April 1951, has a funeral at 13:20. Grzegorz Jacek Lalewicz, born 14 March 1973, will be honored at 14:00. Finally, Ewa Wieczorek, born 22 December 1947, also has a scheduled farewell that day.

Practical notes for visitors

If you plan to attend, arrive early. Parking near cemeteries fills fast. Therefore allow extra travel time on city roads. Public transport runs to main cemeteries, but buses may not stop at every entrance. In addition, expect short walking distances on uneven ground. Most services follow Catholic rites, though civil ceremonies occur too. Consequently, dress conservatively and avoid bright clothing. Moreover, bringing flowers is customary. However, check cemetery rules about wreath ribbons and candles.

Legal and administrative context

When a death occurs in Poland officials register it at the local civil registry office (Urząd Stanu Cywilnego). Foreign residents must notify their embassy or consulate. In addition, next of kin often inform social agencies like ZUS for benefits and the NFZ for health records. A PESEL number (Polish national ID number) may affect paperwork and benefit claims. Therefore keep personal documents ready. Moreover, funeral homes handle most logistics, including coffin transport and burial permits. However, expect to sign authorizations and to provide identification.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you are an expat, register any death with your embassy. Also report it to local civil registry (Urząd Stanu Cywilnego) to obtain a death certificate. Then contact ZUS if the deceased had contributions and NFZ for health record closure. Finally, keep the PESEL of the deceased handy for administrative procedures.

For people tracking specific funerals, check local notices for last-minute changes. Consequently, funeral times can shift by a few minutes. Therefore call the cemetery office if you need confirmation. In addition, cemeteries sometimes post maps at main gates. Furthermore, staff usually assist visitors with locating gravesites. Nonetheless, expect some queues at busy times.

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