More info Registration of death For patients that have passed away in UZ Leuven, registration of death needs to be done at the city of Leuven. The registration is usually organised by the funeral director, but in principle anyone of legal age can do it. Funeral or cremation? A funeral is a ceremony in which someone who has died is buried. In case of a cremation, you can have the ashes scattered, buried or interred at the cemetery or at a location of your choice. Find out what you need to do. Transfer of the deceased The deceased can be collected from the mortuary for transfer to a private funeral home every day between 9 and 12:30 hours and between 13:30 and 17 hrs. Last edit: 22 March 2023