Practical and immediate
How do I stop their mail?
Short answer
File a USPS mail forwarding request or a hold request online at usps.com. Forward mail to the executor's address so bills and important documents are not missed.
What this usually means
File a USPS mail forwarding request or a hold request online at usps.com. Forward mail to the executor's address so bills and important documents are not missed.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.