Social Security Death Benefits | Social Security Administration - Akron
2166 Romig Road, Akron, OH 44320
Barrier Free Restrooms|Designated Parking|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Eligibility
Benefit can be paid to the surviving spouse if he or she was living with the deceased; or, if living apart, was receiving certain Social Security benefits on the deceased’s record. If there is no surviving spouse, the payment is made to a "child" who is eligible for benefits on the deceased’s record in the month of death.
Required documents
Will be requested as needed.
Hours
Same as site hours.
(800) 325-0778
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(800) 772-1213
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(866) 837-5359
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Websitehttp://www.ssa.gov
Languages
- Many online services available in Spanish at www.segurosocial.gov.
- Visit website at www.ssa.gov/multilanguage/interpreter.html for information on free interpretative services available for various languages including:
Application process
- Call the toll-free number or visit the Social Security website for more information.
- Schedule an appointment with a local Social Security office.
Fees
Not applicable.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
Provides a one-time payment of $255 for a surviving spouse or minor children to help meet the burial expenses of a worker who dies with sufficient quarters of coverage. The lump-sum payment is in addition to any monthly survivors insurance benefits that may be due.
Last assured
03/12/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Social Security Administration - Akron
Administers Retirement Insurance, Survivors Insurance, Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income, and Supplemental Medical Insurance (Medicare) in Summit County.