Wroclaw funerals scheduled for May 20, 2026

19 May 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

A schedule of Wroclaw funerals May 20 2026 lists services at major cemeteries. Learn what foreigners should know about Polish death procedures.

Several Wrocław residents will be laid to rest on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The Wroclaw funerals May 20 2026 schedule covers municipal and parish cemeteries across the city.

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Wroclaw funerals May 20 2026 — schedule highlights

At Osobowicki Cemetery authorities will hold seven services. Teresa Maria Desławska, born 03.01.1942, will have a funeral at 10:40. Consequently, Urszula Jadwiga Klepa, born 30.04.1948, will follow at 11:20. Artur Mularuk, born 05.07.1969, will be buried at 12:00. Moreover, Krzysztof Żyliński, born 21.12.1958, will have rites at 12:40. Henryk Jan Pietrzyk, born 14.06.1955, will have a ceremony at 13:20. In addition, a newborn, Jaśmina Siemieniuk, born and deceased on 09.05.2026, will be commemorated at 14:00. Therefore, Wanda Dąbik, born 07.10.1938, will have a service at 15:20.

At Grabiszyński Cemetery the listing includes Ganna Potomkina, born 07.04.1971, with a funeral on the same day. However, the original public schedule lists this entry with limited details. Consequently, mourners should confirm times directly with the cemetery office or funeral home.

Why the schedule matters to residents and expats

Funeral schedules reveal how the city manages cemetery capacity and services. Moreover, Wrocław uses both municipal and parish cemeteries, so families choose based on religion and locality. In addition, funerals affect traffic near major cemeteries. Therefore, expect possible short delays on approaches to Osobowicki and Grabiszyński. Also, cemeteries often host several burials in one day. Consequently, visitors should arrive early to find parking and seating.

Practical steps after a death in Poland

If someone dies in Poland relatives must register the death at the local registry office. In addition, a doctor usually issues a death certificate first. Moreover, the family should contact the cemetery and a funeral home quickly. Therefore, expect the funeral home to arrange permits and grave space. Also, you may need a PESEL number (national ID) to access some records. ZUS refers to the Social Insurance Institution and NFZ means the National Health Fund. Furthermore, ZUS may pay survivor benefits, and you must notify that institution promptly to stop or claim payments.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If a foreigner dies in Poland, notify their embassy immediately, and obtain the original death certificate. Moreover, ask for an official translation for repatriation. In addition, the registry office (Urząd Stanu Cywilnego) issues civil records, and you must register the death there within a short period. Also, contact ZUS (social insurance) and NFZ (health fund) to sort benefits. Therefore, keep the deceased’s PESEL and document copies ready when possible.

Local communities often publish daily obituary lists so families can inform friends quickly. However, newspapers and online portals sometimes update times late. Consequently, check the source link below before attending a service.

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