Closing a bank account when someone passes away isn't difficult, as long as you have the right paperwork for the the teller or banker. You can use this letter template to write to the bank to request the closure of a direct payments account following the death of the account holder.Start with Basic Information: Your application should begin with your full name, account number, and current address aligned to the left side. Navigating and closing a deceased person's bank account can be tricky. Follow these simple steps to ensure you are able to properly close the account. Please let me know if any other documents are required for claiming the amount of deceased. Request you to kindly process the request on priority. Sample Letter – Asking for a debt write-off when someone is deceased. You should produce the concerned Bank branch the death certificate from municipal authority as proof of that persons demise. Notify Bank of America.