In Ireland, the traditional burial has long been the most common interment option but in recent years, we’ve noticed significant growth among those who desire to be created instead. In Dublin, it’s thought that cremation accounts from approximately 50% of funerals. With less space in cemeteries, cremation is often a more practical and simplified solution….
If you’ve read our guide to planning a funeral, you’ll know that choosing a funeral director is often the first step in planning a funeral. It’s an important decision to make, as the funeral director will be responsible for coordinating key aspects of the process and their input can be absolutely invaluable. Not only will…
Funeral Traditions From Around The World In Ireland, we’re somewhat famous for celebrating death and we have a long list of our own unique customs surrounding the traditional Irish Wake. Covering mirrors, closing curtains and lighting candles beside the body of the deceased might seem routine to us but these are exclusive traditions that make…
Irish Funeral Traditions and Customs Death is a cornerstone of all cultures and communities; the mourning and celebration is something which unites us all. In Ireland, the tradition of the wake has spanned generation and is still common among most Irish families today. It’s a bittersweet way of honouring the life of a departed loved…
Deciding where your physical body will rest after death is not a decision to be taken lightly. Although it’s not something that many of us tend to think about in advance, it’s worth considering as lack of space in certain areas can limit your access to the location you want. At Kilternan Cemetery, we’re noticing…
Who To Notify When Someone Dies When someone close to you passes away, emotions are raw and it can be very difficult to think about the practicalities. But there are some important decisions to make, certain actions to take and there are organisations you will need to notify. We understand that this can be incredibly…
Why plan your own funeral When it comes to those big moments in life, we like to plan. When we get married, it takes on average 18 months to plan the big day. When we have babies, we spend months preparing our homes, our finances and making general arrangements. But when it comes to planning…
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