Direct Funeral

Over the last couple of years there has been a surge in direct cremations in all parts of the UK.

With even the rich and famous often opting for a no-fuss affair, we are now finding that there is more than one reason why a family might choose the direct cremation option:-

  • It may be due to a personal request from the person before they died.
  • It could be due to the cost a conventional funeral being just too expensive.
  • It might even be because the person who has died does not have many remaining relatives to organise / attend a full funeral service.

In simple terms, a direct cremation is where a funeral director collects the person who has died, places them into a simple coffin and subsequently takes them to the crematorium to be cremated. There is no service, no mourners present and the date for the cremation is generally chosen by the funeral director. It is considered to be the cheapest funeral option and ashes can still be returned to the family afterwards if this is their wish. At Evergreen Funeral Services we pride ourselves on our core values and the fact that we do things our way. There are many companies now offering direct cremations, however the service provided is not always the same. We guarantee to always carry out our direct cremations in a hearse, with staff in formal attire. We will also dress the person who has died in their own clothes if this is wanted and we never deny viewing of a loved one where it is possible, regardless of which funeral option has been chosen.

What about an attended direct cremation?

There is now the option at some crematoriums to have an ‘attended direct cremation’. This option, where available, is similar to the direct option in that there is no service. However, a small number of mourners may attend the crematorium. This option is useful for some families who don’t want a full funeral service but who still want to be present to see the coffin into the chapel. With this option the family members can have about 10 minutes where they may listen to a piece of music and spend those last moments with the coffin if they so wish. Again the ashes can still be returned to the family if they would like.

Could we just hold a service with the ashes?

Many families are now shunning the traditional funeral service and opting to have a ‘back to front’ one, where their loved one is cremated first via a direct cremation and then the family get together to hold a memorial service afterwards. This not only saves them money but also gives them greater flexibility regarding venue, date or even time of the year, with some families opting to use the event to also scatter or bury the ashes. Examples of a service with ashes could be a celebration of life down at a village hall with photo slides and refreshments, a scattering ceremony in a special location, or a woodland ashes burial in the summer months. With a memorial service the possibility for personalisation is endless and we embrace the fact that every family should do what is right for them and their loved one. If you would like more information about direct cremation, attended direct cremation or any of the other services we offer, please see our website or contact us on 01482 212888.

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Tracey Sage
I highly recommend evergreen funeral services, the love & care they have shown myself & my late partner was more than I ever expected, my partner parents didnt want him to have a traditional funeral but evergreen new how important it was for me to see it through till the very end like I promised my late partner, they arranged for me to be able to go to the crematorium on the day of my partner’s cremation & allowed me to spend some time in the chapel with him so I could say my last goodbyes, I cannot thank steve, mike & gary enough for all they have done for myself & my late partner Barry, they didn’t just care for Barry they also cared for me, from the bottom of my heart thank you so much for the love, dignity & respect you have shown us both xx
Stephen Jessup
I have just lost my Son and had no idea how to sort out the funeral arrangements.I was given the name of a funeral company called Evergreen in Hull I live in Surrey my Son lived in Grimsby. The gentlemans name was Stephen what a very pleasant person he put our minds at rest by telling us what was going to happen. He has kepted us informed with the information. My Son was cremated on the 9th July Stephen even called us afterwards to let us know that everything went ok. So if you are looking for a funeral company up in Hull I recommend that you get in touch with Evergreens the price was very reasonable.
Scott Moody
Thanks to Steve and everyone at evergreen funeral services for everything they did for me and my family, you took such good care of my mum and treated her with such dignity, I'll never forget everything that you have done for my mum.
Kirstie Exell
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the funeral director and their team for the exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism they provided during a very difficult time. From our first meeting through to the funeral service, everything was handled with dignity, respect, and attention to detail.

A special thank you to Steve, Gary, and Mike, whose kindness, support, and dedication were greatly appreciated by our family. They guided us through every step of the process with patience and understanding, ensuring that all our wishes were met and helping to create a beautiful and meaningful service for our loved one.

Their care and professionalism made a challenging time much easier to navigate. I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a compassionate and dedicated funeral director. Thank you, Steve, Gary, Mike, and the entire team for everything you did for our family.
Steven Bannister
We are so pleased with the Fantastic Service Evergreen provided, they guided us through the Arrangements they were there every step of the way. Tradition is Paramount to us and it was lovely to see Steve dressed in Morning Suit so Respectful to our dear mum. Thankyou for making it easier at such a sad time.
Dean Carver
A big thank you to Gary & Steve for looking after my mam, very professional service throughout & so glad I chose Evergreen to make the final arrangements. Thank you from all the family x
Beverley Campbell
There are not the words to express the kindness and compassion showed by the incredible staff at Evergreen. Steve Gary and Mike. They made everything absolutely perfect for us at an incredible sad time, the personal touches was heartfelt even the night they left our home after showing such dignity and leaving my husbands bedroom bed made and a teddy in place, this may not mean a lot to others but for us it really did, Nothing and I mean nothing was to much trouble for us. If I could give more stars 🌟 I definitely would.
Best wishes to all at Evergreen 💚
Abigail Sargeson
The most wonderful and supportive people ever. Made an extremely difficult time more bearable. Thank you!
Best wishes and many thanks,
Abigail x
Delly2303
I cannot thank Steve, Gary & Mike enough for the care, compassion, and support they gave my dad and our family during such a difficult time. From start to finish, they treated my dad with so much dignity, respect, and pride, which meant more to us than words can say.
Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and they truly went above and beyond in every way. Their kindness, professionalism, and genuine care brought us so much comfort, and over time they came to feel more like family than anything else.
They made an incredibly hard time that little bit easier to get through, and we will always be grateful for everything they did for my dad and for all of us. The flowers were also absolutely gorgeous and such a thoughtful touch, and the VW campervan was absolutely immaculate a perfect send-off.
A truly amazing team who clearly care deeply about what they do. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ❤️
Jemma
Gary and Steve and the full team at Evergreen could not have been more incredible when dealing with my grandfather’s funeral arrangements. They were incredibly understanding, compassionate and kind. We felt completely at ease knowing that my grandfather would be looked after all the way to the funeral service and beyond. We cannot thank them enough and would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone having to deal with what is an incredibly difficult and emotional situation. Thank you.
Elle Carver
visited my nana and they was lovely and very emotionally friendly. wasn’t rushed environment was lovely. Steve and Gary i think they were called. wouldn’t want my nana anywhere else.
Thankyou
sarah steward
Steve provided an exceptional level of care and professionalism during what was an incredibly difficult time. From the very first contact, he was compassionate, patient, and understanding, taking the time to explain every step of the process without ever making things feel overwhelming.
His attention to detail was outstanding. Every aspect of the service was handled smoothly and with dignity, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. They listened carefully to our family’s wishes and went above and beyond to create a service that felt personal and meaningful, truly reflecting the life of our beautiful mam.
Communication was clear and consistent throughout, which brought a great deal of reassurance. They were always available to answer questions and offered gentle guidance when decisions felt difficult.
On the day of the funeral, everything ran seamlessly. The team conducted themselves with quiet professionalism and respect, helping to create a calm and supportive atmosphere for everyone attending.
Overall, their kindness, organisation, and genuine empathy made a very hard experience much more manageable. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of thoughtful and reliable funeral care. Thank you Steve and Gary you really are amazing x
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