Assistance
Contact the family doctor or the out-of-hours medical service, who will issue the death certificate. Then get in touch with us as your chosen funeral home.
Pre-arrangement
Our funeral pre-planning services ease the burden on your family and ensure that your final farewell is carried out according to your wishes.
Assistance
What to Do in the Event of a Death?
If a person passes away in a hospital or nursing home, the initial steps will be arranged by the staff there. However, if a person dies at home, you must first call a doctor. Please contact the family doctor; if they are unavailable, call the on-call medical service. In Germany, this service can be reached by dialing 116 117.
First Steps
Following the examination, the doctor will issue the death certificate and leave it with the deceased. You can then inform the funeral home you trust.
We take care of everything
You can reach us 24 hours a day at
02855 96330 .

About us
People Who Care for People
We chose to become funeral directors with intention and conviction, ready to serve others with compassion and wholehearted dedication. We invite you to get to know us and to visit us in person to gain a deeper impression. We look forward to welcoming you and to a personal conversation.
Anja Knopf
Certified Funeral Director
„Together, we stand by grieving families in difficult times with professional guidance and compassionate care – offering all the possibilities available to us.“
Wilhelm Knopf
Master Funeral Director & Thanatopractor
„As a funeral director, I wished for someone by my side who shares my understanding of and passion for this profession. I have found that special person in my wife, Anja.“
A Wide Range of Options
Types of Funeral Services in Voerde and the Surrounding Area
Whether traditional burial, cremation, woodland burial, sea burial, or an anonymous funeral service, we are your competent and trusted point of contact. The choice of funeral type is always based on the wishes of the deceased. We will gladly guide you through the many available options and advise you in detail.
Pre-arrangement
A Great Relief for Your Loved Ones
Living a self-determined life also means making thoughtful decisions about the end of life. Open and honest conversations with family and loved ones can be meaningful and help to reduce fears and uncertainties. In times of loss, it brings great comfort to those left behind when clear wishes and arrangements have already been defined.
Plan Ahead with Confidence
Decide in advance how your funeral should be arranged, ensuring that your wishes are respected, and gain the peace of mind that comes from having everything settled.
Provide Relief for Your Family
You ease the emotional and financial burden on your family and give them the comfort of knowing that everything has been arranged according to your wishes.
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We Support You in Times of Loss
As funeral directors serving Voerde , we understand how difficult and emotionally demanding the time after losing a loved one can be. Our goal is to stand by your side with care and practical support , helping you arrange a farewell that truly honors the life of the person you have lost.
We are committed to providing compassionate, personal guidance.Here is an overview of the services we offer:
- Tag- und Nacht dienstbereit
- Auf Wunsch Hausbesuche in Voerde und Umgebung
- Beratung zur Bestattungsvorsorge
- Beratung bei der Auswahl der Bestattungsart
- Beratung bei der Auswahl der Grabstelle
- Erstversorgung am Sterbeort
- Einbettung und Ankleiden
- Auf Wunsch können Sie den Verstorbenen selbst einkleiden
- Hygienische Versorgung
- Überführungen ins In- und Ausland
- Kontakt und Terminabsprache mit Geistlichen aller Religionen
- Terminabsprache mit dem Friedhofsamt
- Kontakte mit Friedwäldern oder Seebestattern
- Einholen des Totenscheines
- Beurkundung beim Standesamt
- Abmeldung von Renten und Pensionen
- Beantragung der Renten-Vorschusszahlung für Witwen und Witwer
- Einrichtung von Spendenkonten, Überwachung und Endabrechnung
- Abrechnung mit Sterbegeld- oder Lebensversicherung
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Organisation und Leitung der Trauerfeier
- Wir ermöglichen die Abschiednahme am offenen Sarg
- große Auswahl von Liedtexten und Trauermusik
- Bereitstellung einer Orgel und eines Organisten
- Besorgung von Musikern
- Fahrgelegenheiten zum Friedhof
- Beratung und Bestellung von Blumenarrangements
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Reservierung eines Cafés
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Blumenarrangements
- Würdevolle Dekoration der Trauerhalle auf allen Friedhöfen
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Trauertexte und Druck
- große Auswahl an Trauerkarten und Druck im eigenen Hause
- Danksagungen
- Bestellung von Traueranzeigen in der Tagespresse
What People Say About Us
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We are here for You
Located at Bahnhofstraße 71 in Voerde, our funeral home offers a haven of peace in the midst of the town. Behind its understated exterior, generous and welcoming rooms create an atmosphere of comfort and security during a time of farewell. Experience has shown us that families soon feel safe and supported here — an important foundation for open conversations and thoughtful decisions during challenging times.
Your Funeral Home in Voerde
Knopf Bestattungen
Bahnhofstraße 71
46562 Voerde





