How do you remove a deceased person from mailing lists

Removing a deceased person from mailing lists can be a complex process, as it often requires coordination with multiple organizations and entities. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process:

  1. Notify the USPS: The United States Postal Service (USPS) has a process for removing deceased individuals from their mailing lists. You can submit a request to the USPS to remove a deceased person's name from their mailing lists. You'll need to provide the following information:
    • The person's name
    • Date of birth
    • Date of death
    • Proof of death (e.g., death certificate, obituary)
    • Your relationship to the deceased (if applicable)

You can submit the request online or by mail to:

USPS Mailing Preference Service P.O. Box 1747 Carol Stream, IL 60132-1747

  1. Notify the National Change of Address (NCOA) Registry: The NCOA Registry is a database maintained by the USPS that tracks changes of address for individuals and businesses. You can submit a request to remove a deceased person's name from the NCOA Registry. You'll need to provide the same information as above.

You can submit the request online or by mail to:

USPS National Change of Address (NCOA) Registry P.O. Box 1747 Carol Stream, IL 60132-1747

  1. Notify credit reporting agencies: The three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) maintain databases of deceased individuals. You can submit a request to remove a deceased person's name from their databases. You'll need to provide the same information as above.

You can submit the request online or by mail to:

Equifax: P.O. Box 740256, Atlanta, GA 30374-0256 Experian: P.O. Box 9530, Allen, TX 75013-9530 TransUnion: P.O. Box 1000, Chester, PA 19022-1000

  1. Notify other organizations: You may also need to notify other organizations that may have the deceased person's name on their mailing lists, such as:
    • Banks and financial institutions
    • Credit card companies
    • Insurance companies
    • Utility companies
    • Subscription services (e.g., magazines, streaming services)

You can usually find contact information for these organizations on their websites or by searching online.

  1. Verify the removal: After submitting your requests, verify that the deceased person's name has been removed from the mailing lists. You can do this by checking the USPS website or contacting the organizations directly.

Remember to keep a record of your requests and any responses you receive, as this can help you track the progress of the removal process.