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What is Direct Cremation?

A straightforward and cost-effective option

What is a Direct Cremation?

A straightforward and cost effective solution.

At Serenity Funeral Services, we understand that saying goodbye to a loved one can be a challenging and emotional time. We are here to provide you with compassionate and dignified funeral services that cater to your unique needs and preferences. One option that we offer, which has gained popularity in recent years, is Direct Cremation. This straightforward and cost-effective alternative to traditional funerals provides families with a simple yet respectful way to honour their loves ones' memory. Below are six main features of Direct Cremation and why it might be the right choice for your family.

Cost Effective

Direct Cremation is an affordable option compared to traditional burial or cremation with a full service. It eliminates many of the expenses associated with embalming, caskets and elaborate ceremonies, making it an attractive choice for families looking to minimise funeral costs whilst still ensuring their loves one is treated with care and respect.

Minimal Delay

With Direct Cremation, there is minimal delay between the passing of your loved one and the cremation process. The swift timeline can provide families with a sense of closure and enable them to move forward in their grieving process without the extended waiting periods often associated with traditional funerals.

The Simplicity

Direct Cremation is a straightforward process that minimises the complexities often associated with traditional funeral services. Families can arrange for this service quickly and easily, without the need for extensive planning or coordination of various elements.

Eco-Friendly

For those concerned about environmental impact, Direct Cremation is a more eco-friendly choice. It reduces the ecological footprint associated with traditional burial, such as the use of caskets and burial plots, making it a responsible choice for environmentally conscious families.

Personal

While Direct Cremation is a simpler option, it still allows for personalisation and memorialisation. Families can choose to hold a memorial service or celebration of life at a time and place of their choosing, where they can celebrate their loves ones life in a way that feels meaningful to them.

Flexibility

Direct Cremation provides families with the flexibility to handle their loves one's remains as they see fit. Whether you choose to scatter the ashes in a special place, keep them in an urn, or create keepsake jewellery, this option you to make choices that reflect your family's wishes and values.

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Latest Testimonials

5 out of 5

I used this funeral service for an expat situation and I was very pleased with their work. They speak English and they deal with everything from the legal aspects to the burial or cremation. They are very professional and compassionate, and they cater to the needs and wishes of the clients. They have a lot of experience and knowledge in this field, and they make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs a funeral service here in Spain, especially expats who may face additional difficulties. They are truly the best in the business.

Cleopatra Costache

Mikey and Paul recently arranged my beloved mothers funeral, nothing was too much trouble and they were both very professional yet very warm and friendly at the same time, I can’t thank them both enough for the kindness they have shown to my family at this difficult time, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them, thank you once again mikey and Paul, The Davies family

Tracy Davies

We have been extremely satisfied with the services. Also after the funeral they have been fantastic helpful. Thanks to Gina and Michael 🙏

Sia Mau

Michael did a fantastic job of helping me carry out my late wife's last wish to have her ashes scattered in the Mediterranean. Despite incredibly short notice and me being in the UK, Michael sorted everything and made it all run smoothly.

Fenton Farthing

My father sadly passed away on 20/02/2024
Serenity were called to collect him as we had a prepay plan with them
Michael and his team arrived and were very professional in everything concerning my father and my family
Throughout the whole procedure of collecting the body to the cremation Michael and his team were very professional and sympathetic.
I cannot fault anything they did and highly recommend serenity funeral services

Nick Giles

We cannot recommend these wonderful people enough. This is not a service but a vocation for each and every one of them. To put if frankly, the celebration of our father's life would not have been possible without their divine intervention.

Michael, Paul, Gina and Peter - serendipity guided us to you and we are eternally grateful for the integral part you played in the final journey of our late father. Within 5 days, you turned chaos into calm and provided serenity when all hope seemed lost. Miraculously you rescheduled the 2.30pm funeral of our father to 4pm within 10 minutes of its scheduled start and you did it seamlessly, allowing us to focus on the matter in hand. Every single one of you played your part, not only on a professional level but also on a personal level. You work together as an amazing team because you care deeply about what you do.

You really were divinely sent to us in our time of need and these words do not do justice to the unforgettable difference you have made. All we can say is that it was a real pleasure to have you in our lives helping us to honour our father's final departure. Thank you so very very much.

Sarah Wynne-Hughes

Me los recomendó un amigo, y realmente se quedo corto cuando me dijo que eran super profesiinales. Han tratado el caso de mi madre con muchisima sensibilidad y realmente me he desocupado de todo. Gracias a Michael y Gina por llevar mi caso asi. Ojalá pronto esteis en toda españa. Gracias de nuevo por todo.

Tito Osuna

I would like to thank Michael and team, so very kind and caring, made a sad time so much better, knowing mum was so well looked after.
Could not recomend them more highly
Thank yoy everyone

Alison Bedford

My mother past away in Spain, away from family. We were in total shock and didn’t know where to turn. Micheal at Serenity treated us and our mother with such care and compassion we were immediately at ease. All the paper work and stress was done for us, allowing us time to travel and meet mums wishes every step of the way. We were greeted with compassion in a very beautiful setting. Thank you for taking care of all of us and helping us with our grief and shock. Truly incredible X

Charlie-Anne Mullineux

Serenity Funeral Services recently did a funeral service for a friend of mine. From the initial call through to the delivery of the ashes and documentation, the service received was first class. I am not immediate family but I know that the immediate felt at ease immediately and have asked me to pass on their thanks to the whole team at Serenity and especially to Michael, Gina, Peter and Paul. Thank you 🙏

Jordan Hawkins