Direct Cremation Funeral: "No Mourners, No Fuss". Our direct cremations are for those who would like a simpler choice for their funeral. No mourners are present and there are no traditional expectations of a funeral service. We care for your loved one until the day of the funeral, when we convey them to the Crematorium. We will collect the Cremated Remains following the Funeral and return them to you or follow your alternate instruction.
Early Morning Cremation Funeral: "This is a direct funeral which allows a small gathering of close family and friends to attend the Crematorium to witness their loved ones final journey. Although there is no formal service, an in-house Funeral Officiant can be present. This Funeral allows family and friends a time of reflection whilst listening to music at either a 9.20am or 9.30am start time.
Simple Cremation Funeral: Our Simple Cremation Funeral offers you a Crematorium slot at Carmountside or Bradwell to say goodbye to your loved one, with some subtle changes to help bring the cost down. We will convey your loved one directly to the Crematorium where you will meet us ready for the service.
Traditional Cremation Funeral: A Traditional Cremation Funeral, offering collection of your family from your home, where you will follow the hearse in a cortege to Carmountside or Bradwell Crematorium to say goodbye to your loved one.
Burial: As with a cremation service we will take you through the process, arrange a church service or if you prefer a graveside service. We can arrange the use of an existing family plot or the purchase of a new grave. For an existing grave the Local Authority will need some details of ownership, etc. We can contact the Local Authority on your behalf to make all the necessary arrangement. We also arrange for any existing memorials to be safely moved and stored by our contracted Stonemason, until arrangements are made to replace the memorial. (a timescale of 6 months is standard before refitting a memorial)
Eco-Burials: also known as natural or woodland burials, are environmentally sustainable ways to lay a person to rest.
There are no traditional upright headstones; these are replaced by planted trees, native wildflowers,
or a simple wooden/flat stone plaque to keep the landscape wild and natural.
Viewing: We understand that you may want to say a last goodbye to your loved one. In most circumstances it is possible to view and spend time with them before the funeral. We will discuss your preferences and help you make the right decision for you and your family. Viewing is preferable by appointment.
Funeral Arrangements:
Many people feel unsure of what formalities need to be followed in order to make the necessary arrangements. We offer help and advice through every stage of the burial or cremation process. The one thing that your Funeral Director is unable to do is the legal requirement of registering the death.
Personal Care:
Your trust in us to care for your loved one is very important to us, and you can be assured that from the moment your loved one comes into our care,
they will be treated in a dignified and respectful way.
Prior to being carefully placed in their coffin, they will be washed, hair styled, makeup applied as requested, whether or not viewing has been arranged.
We will place any personal items (following the terms & conditions particularly for cremation) in the coffin with your loved one if requested.
Losing a Baby or Child:
In 2017, Caroline completed the Foundation for Infant Loss Accredited Provider Training Course. With this training, she ensures that whether a family has lost a baby through pre-term loss or stillbirth, a life limiting illness or something more sudden,
they will have as much precious time as a family to spend with their baby/child, and have the opportunity to make as many memories as possible prior to the funeral.
The last thing a family needs to worry about when they have lost a baby or child is how to pay for the funeral. Jack Dawson Funeral Services will never charge for their personal services for any child under the age of 16 years.
After Care:
We are always available with help and advice beyond the funeral, whether to offer support after the death of a loved one, arrange scattering/burial of Cremated Remains, providing guidance on choosing and supplying a memorial, or assisting in the choice of caskets, urns, keepsakes, and memorial jewellery. We want every family to feel confident in contacting us “just for a chat” if they want to.
