Authorization to Release Remains

Use this form whenever remains need to move between funeral homes — either into our care from another firm, or out of our care to another firm. Complete the fields below and our software prepares the signed authorization for you.

Secure electronic signature
Legally binding under Texas law
No printing or faxing required
We email you a signed copy

How to Complete This Form

Three simple steps — expand to see them
  1. Select the Direction

    Tell us whether remains are coming to us or going to another funeral home.

  2. Complete the Form

    Fill in the deceased's information and the other funeral home's details.

  3. E-Sign & We Handle the Rest

    Apply your electronic signature. We prepare the release and email you a copy.

Why This Form Is Needed

This form covers two related situations. Sometimes we're hired to take custody of remains currently held by another funeral home. Other times, a family who has arrangements with us needs to transfer their loved one to a different firm instead.

Either way, Texas law requires the legally authorized next-of-kin or agent to sign off before remains can move between funeral homes. Select the option that applies to your situation in the form below, and we'll prepare the correct release for you.

Releasing TO Lone Star Cremation Another funeral home is currently holding the remains and will release them into our care.
Releasing FROM Lone Star Cremation We're currently holding the remains and the family is authorizing us to release them to another firm.

Release Authorization Form

Please select the applicable direction, complete the form below, and apply your electronic signature.