Steven --
Without knowing where in the world your ancestor lived and died it's impossible to answer your query. Suggest you repost on the board for the location where your ancestor died where you're likely to be assisted by those with local knowledge. Be sure to include all of the information from the death cert. (and attach an image of the cert. if you can). Please note that posts on location boards must contain reference to and be specific to that location.
-- board admin.