Direct cremation provides an affordable alternative to a traditional, full service funeral, without compromising on the dignity or quality of care. It can be easily arranged and includes a simple coffin, doctor’s fees for the medical forms, collection and care of the deceased and transportation to the crematorium in a specialised funeral vehicle.
Direct cremation is a contemporary choice for people who do not want a full traditional funeral service. It offers a low cost funeral that allows you to bid a respectful farewell in a simple way. Many families choose to hold a separate memorial event or celebration of life to commemorate the life of the person who has passed away at a later time.
This means it is free of certain elements such as a minister, procession, limousines and other elements normally associated with a traditional funeral. It does not, however, mean that any corners are cut or the care that you and your loved one receive is in any way less than that of our usual high standards.
Direct Cremation is typically the least expensive option as it avoids the need for additional costs incurred in a traditional funeral service such as embalming, viewing of the deceased, the funeral service, flowers and additional transportation for the family or close friends.
What are the benefits of a direct cremation?
- A direct cremation costs less than a traditional funeral
- You can say farewell to your loved one in your own way, without being tied to tradition or ceremony
- Your loved one receives a cremation carried out in Northern Ireland with care and dignity
- We will not compromise on quality, it offers the same high standard of funeral care
A direct cremation includes:
- Organising a doctor to complete the necessary paperwork, and covers the costs incurred
- Collecting your loved one from the hospital, along with their preparation and care until the day of the funeral
- Transportation to the crematorium in a suitable funeral vehicle
- The return of your loved ones ashes to the family within 25 working days