TasksBenefits & pensions
Notify Social Security
Social Security needs to know so payments stop cleanly and survivor benefits can begin. It sounds official, but it is one phone call, and I've already prepared everything you need to say.
● Needs you
Margaret Ellison
1946 – 2026 · your mother
Everything on this page is part of closing Margaret's life with care. Their memorial
A script Lumen drafted for you
“Hello, I'm calling to report a death. My mother, Margaret Ellison, passed away on April 1st. Her Social Security number is on file with you. I'm her daughter and the executor of her estate. Could you tell me what happens next with her benefits?”
What you'll need
Death certificate
Her SSN (on file)
Your photo ID
The number
1-800-772-1213
Mon–Fri · 8am–7pm local
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Hand this offSince you were last here
four thingsProperty deed addedAdded by James · 2 days ago
Insurance policy addedAdded by Sara · Apr 6
Pension statement addedAdded by Sara · Apr 6
Account list addedMargaret kept this here herself
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Who is helping
threeJames EllisonSon · active
Ruth EllisonSister · invited
David Cho, Esq.Probate attorney · active
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