What happens?
A direct cremation takes place without mourners attending a funeral service at the crematorium. The arrangements for care, collection, timing and ashes must be explained by the chosen provider. After cremation, the ashes can be kept in a vessel of your or your loved one’s choice. A direct cremation can help when it is difficult to gather everyone, or when the person wanted a private, no-fuss farewell.
A separate time to remember
Family and friends can choose another time and place for a gathering. This can be as personal or as simple as you would like. Many families choose an evening or weekend gathering when the ashes have been returned, avoiding the working week. Others gather wherever they are at the time of the cremation.
Our specialist: Express Cremations
Express Cremations is the dedicated national direct-cremation service in the Respect portfolio. Visit the specialist site for its arrangements and request confirmation of current prices, collection coverage and ashes options.
Traditional or simple cremation?
Traditional cremations can include a personalised service, arranging and directing, a cardboard or simple coffin, a hearse, viewing in our chapel of rest and a journey from home to the church or crematorium. Simple cremations include a shroud, cardboard coffin or simple coffin, use a private ambulance instead of a hearse and forgo viewing, going directly to the crematorium. Church, celebrant or vicar’s fees, an order of service, music, newspaper notices and flowers are separate costs to discuss.
Help whenever you need it
Our funeral service is available 24/7. We are here to help you through every step, whichever cremation service you choose. Call us to talk through your questions or ask for a free personalised quotation.