Reporting a Death

In the event of a retired member or surviving spouse's death, KCPERS should be contacted at (816) 482-8138 as soon as possible to report the death.

The spouse or family representative should know the retired member’s full name and, if possible, the retired member’s social security number.

Upon notification of death, the retired member’s direct deposit will be canceled, if applicable. KCPERS will provide an overview of the process and what the next steps that need to be taken will include. We will also follow up with a letter to the spouse or family representative requesting the deceased retiree’s death certificate and other documents that may be needed such as a marriage certificate. If a beneficiary is entitled to a monthly or one-time benefit, he or she will also receive a direct deposit form and tax withholding forms to complete.

It is imperative that any documents and forms requested be sent to KCPERS as soon as possible to ensure beneficiary payments are made promptly. 

KCPERS will make notifications to other elements within the Police Department such as Media, Insurance Benefits and Personnel Records as well as the KCMO PD Retired Employee's Association, the Police Benefits Association and the Public Safety Credit Union. 

If any payments are issued to the deceased participant after the date of death, we will inform you how to return those payments.