Direct Cremation Services in Cork
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We believe dignity doesn't have to come with a high price tag.
We keep costs affordable by focusing on what really matters: a respectful, professional cremation service. That means families can spend their resources on the celebration they envision, instead of traditional funeral costs that can run to €6,500 or more
The affordable way to funeral
We are Cork’s Direct Cremation specialist. Our focus is on offering low-cost, compassionate and professional cremation services.
Our mission is to provide a simple and straightforward alternative to the traditional funeral with no hidden costs. Be this today or tomorrow with our Immediate Funerals or in 5, 10 or 20 years time with our Prepaid Funeral Plans.
Irelands leading Direct Cremation Specialist & only fixed cost Prepaid Funeral Plan Provider
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Compassionate & complete care made easy
We understand that losing a loved one is one of the most challenging times in a person's life. We strive to make the process as easy as possible by providing compassionate, personalised care during this difficult time.
Our Private Cremation service is an option that many families choose because it offers an intimate, personal way to say goodbye to their loved ones. Every life is as unique as the person. The commemoration and celebration of life should be no different.
Each Private Cremation service is exclusive to your loved one, ensuring they receive the dignity and respect they deserve. The cremation services we offer help families navigate away from stressful financial decisions with an affordable alternative.
We work directly with :
Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, P43 DD71
If your loved one has passed in an area in Cork, such as Cobh, Midleton, Carrigaline, Kinsale, Mallow, Ballincollig, Youghal or any other town or village in County Cork, we can help with all aspects of the cremation service.
We are committed to providing high-quality cremation services that meet the needs and preferences of every family. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, personalised care that helps families say goodbye to their loved ones in a way that feels right for them.
Private Cremation Cork
In Cork, we offer two life-affirming Private Cremation services for Immediate Funerals and Planning Ahead
Arrange a Direct Cremation
Fixed price Direct Cremation Services with No Hidden Fees
Private Cremation
€1,950
A dignified, private and unattended cremation for your loved one.
Bespoke Cremation
€2,250
A dignified cremation with a Crematorium Service for you and your guests.
info@privatecremation.ie
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Mobile: +353 (0) 85 848 5665
Prepaid Funeral
Plans
One Price Lasts a Lifetime
Private Cremation Prepaid Plan
€2,750
A dignified, private and unattended cremation for you or your loved one when the time comes.
Bespoke Cremation Prepaid Plan
€2,995
A dignified cremation with a Crematorium Service for you or your loved one when the time comes
info@privatecremation.ie
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Landline: +353 (01) 531 13 13
The calmer way to grieve
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Arrange.
Contact us through our website or call our dedicated care team and we can arrange to take your loved one into our care after the completion of some simple paperwork.
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Cremate.
Collection from any Hospital, Hospice, Nursing Home or Private Residence in Ireland & transportation to the Crematorium.
Choose between a Private Cremation without a service or a Bespoke Cremation with a Committal Service at a Crematorium of choice.
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Reunite.
We will hand deliver the ashes of your loved one in an Urn after the cremation takes place.
Record of Wishes
We understand that deciding on certain aspects of your funeral takes time and is very important. A Record of Wishes gives you and your family peace of mind and lets you organise your arrangements in advance.
Let your loved ones celebrate your unique life without having to make stressful decisions when the time comes.
Recording your funeral wishes is completely free. Simply fill out our contact form and we’ll send you on a template to complete and share with your family.
A RECORD OF WISHES IS COMPLETELY FREE.
The affordable way to funeral,
now and for the future
Contact us 24/7
085 848 5665
If you are considering a Private Cremation service in Cork, we invite you to contact us to learn more about our services and how we can help you during this challenging time. We are committed to providing compassionate, personalised care that helps you say goodbye to your loved one in a way that feels right for you.
Private Cremation Cork FAQ’s
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A Private Cremation - also known as a direct cremation, basic cremation, simple cremation, or an unattended cremation - is a cremation option with no funeral service or ceremony included. We are a dedicated Private Cremation specialist who provides these cremation services to our clients.
Alternatively our Bespoke Cremation takes place with a Crematorium service for you and your guests.
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Private Cremations are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional funerals. A private cremation takes place without viewing and allows families to have a personal memorial service before or after the cremation takes place.
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We cover all towns and villages in Cork, such as Clonakilty, Blarney, Macroom, Crosshaven, Fermoy, Mallow, Baltimore, Douglas, Cloyne, Kanturk and Skibbereen.
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Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, P43 DD71
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We have a different business model to traditional funeral directors. By offering a simple package that can be arranged online or over the phone, we don’t have the same high overheads. We still provide the highest quality of service. We have used technology to automate many manual processes, which allows us to pass on those savings to our customers in a challenging time.
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Our prices are fully inclusive, with no hidden fees for our Private Cremation services in Cork. A major reason we started Private Cremation was to offer an affordable, transparent and alternative funeral service.
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Private Cremations are simple, with no fuss and affordable.
There are many reasons why you might choose a Private Cremation instead of a traditional funeral, but the most common are cost and freedom of choice:
Cost – because the cremation is unattended, with no pre-funeral ceremony or service, it is cheaper than a traditional funeral.
Freedom of Choice – hold a farewell ceremony or event wherever you wish, at a time convenient for you, your family and friends.
Repatriation of Ashes - however daunting it may seem, we provide help with documentation and make the process as easy as possible.
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When our Private Cremation service takes place the deceased is cremated without any ceremony or persons present.
Our Bespoke Cremation takes place with a crematorium service for you and your guests.
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Absolutely, a Private Cremation is the direct transfer of your loved one to the crematorium and the returning of ashes.
Once the ashes are returned to the family and depending on the family’s wishes, a funeral or celebration ceremony can take place.
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We provide a simple solid pine coffin to the deceased, carefully selected for its durability, elegance and good eco-credentials.
Our Standard coffin is 6’ 4” x 24” . If an oversized coffin is required there is no additional charge.
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We always hand deliver directly to the family of the deceased. The ashes are returned in a simple Urn, approximately 5 - 7 days after the cremation has taken place.
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Our care team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on +353 (0)85 848 5665 or via email – info@privatecremation.ie
On speaking with your dedicated support person, they will take some brief details and talk you through the process, along with answering any questions you have. Their role is to make sure everything is arranged, so you don’t have to worry. From there we will start to arrange collection and transportation of your loved one, along with commencing the required paperwork.
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We’re a nationwide cremation service that operates in the following counties: