Direct Cremation
Direct cremation has become an increasingly familiar choice, particularly through national advertising. For some people, it reflects their personal wishes, while for others, it offers a simpler and more affordable alternative to a funeral with a traditional ceremony.
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Whatever the reasons for considering direct cremation, it's important to know that you have choices, not only about the arrangements, but also about who will be looking after the person who has died.
A simpler funeral should never mean a lesser standard of care.
At Darren Anders Funeral Directors, we offer direct cremations through our own local, independent funeral service, often at a lower cost than the nationally advertised alternatives. The person who has died will be brought into our care and treated with exactly the same dignity, respect & professional attention as anyone else entrusted to us, regardless of the type of funeral chosen.
Direct cremation doesn't have to mean distant or inpersonal.
By choosing a local funeral director, you have the opportunity to meet the people responsible for the arrangements, visit the premises where your loved one will be cared for and speak directly with someone who understands your wishes. Our aim is to provide the simplicity and affordability that may have attracted you to direct cremation in the first place, alongside the reassurance of personal & professional care close to home.
What to Expect
When the time comes for cremation, the person who has died will be conveyed to the crematorium in one of our hearses, accompanied by members of our team. Although a direct cremation does not ordinarily include a funeral ceremony or gathering at the crematorium, choosing us locally can provide additional possibilities. For example, you may wish to spend some time saying goodbye in one of our chapels of rest before the cremation takes place. We can discuss this and other personal requests with you, explaining what can be accommodated and any additional costs involved.
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You may also be considering a seperate gathering, memorial service or celebration of life at another time or place. We can offer advice and assistance with those arrangements too.