Direct cremations are growing in popularity, however not many people have an understanding of what they are. Direct Cremations are unattended cremations without a funeral service. There are a few reasons why Direct Cremations are a popular option.
Cost Saving
A Direct Cremation is the most affordable option when it comes to funerals. In the current financial climate, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to afford funerals and cremations, so an affordable option is welcomed.
Wishes of the Deceased
Some people do not want a fuss made about their passing and it’s their wishes to not have a service.
Keeping Things Simple
It can be very stressful to organise a funeral and by keeping it simple with a Direct Cremation, it is easier on the mental health of close relatives that may have been part of the organisation process.
Flexible Timeframes
If a family has relatives that span across the world, or even the country, it can be hard to arrange a date that allows everyone to come together. When organising a traditional funeral or cremation the timeline can be relatively quick and limited on date options. When opting for a Direct Cremation a celebration of life can be arranged for any date in the future, regardless of when the Direct Cremation is done.
The Process of a Direct Cremation
- Contact Us – Call us and we may discuss pricing, how it works and answer any questions you may have during the call.
- Collection of the Deceased – The body of your loved one will be collected and transported to the crematorium.
- Cremation – A professional and experienced team will carry out the cremation.
- Receive Ashes – Once the cremation is complete, you can arrange an appointment to see us to either collect, scatter, or inter the ashes depending on your plans and preferences.
Ways to Celebrate a Life Following a Direct Cremation
Just because a Direct Cremation has been chosen, doesn’t mean you are not allowed to or able to celebrate the life of the person that has passed. There are so many ways to do so and these can be more bespoke and creative compared to the traditional routes.
Plan a Memorial Service
There is no right or wrong way to go about planning a memorial service. This can be a more formal occasion that mimics a funeral with eulogies and readings or something more casual like a meal or BBQ with friends and family.
The most important thing about a memorial service is fulfilling the wishes of the person who has passed and celebrating their life in a way that honours them.
Create a Memorial Tree
Planting a memorial tree can be a lovely thing to do to remember someone. The type of tree or where it’s planted can hold relevance to the deceased. A memorial tree also offers a place that relatives and friends can visit to reflect and think about the loved one who has passed.
Create a Memory Book or Launch a Memorial Website
After losing someone it can be nice to have something tangible to remember them by. This could be a physical memory book, that you can add your own memories to or encourage others to add to also. A memorial website is also a great option, this allows anyone to add to it and it’s accessible to anyone that wants to benefit from reading the memories.
Organise a Charity Fundraiser
If there is a charity that your loved one held very dear or a charity that supported them towards the end of their life such as a hospice, a charity fundraiser is a fantastic way to raise money as well as celebrating who you’ve lost. The options for a fundraiser can be a wise range of events such as a sponsored sky dive or abseil, a bake sale or even a quiz.
If you’d like to discuss a Direct Cremation, please get in touch with your local branch using the contact details below:
Bromsgrove: 01527 872318 or email bromsgrove@jamesgilesandsonsltd.co.uk
Droitwich: 01905 783188 or email droitwich@jamesgilesandsonsltd.co.uk
Studley: 01527 852213 or email studley@jamesgilesandsonsltd.co.uk
