Funeral Services & Costs in Dagenham
We’ll deliver the funeral service you have in mind
We give you the choice of two funeral packages. Our Attended Funeral includes a ceremony which can be tailored to suit your specific needs, from a traditional service to something more contemporary. If you would prefer to remember your loved one in your own way without a formal gathering, our Unattended Funeral offers a cremation without mourners present.
Below you will find an overview of our funeral costs in Dagenham and the differences between our attended and unattended funerals in more detail. If you’d like to know more about these and the support we can offer you at this difficult time, please don’t hesitate to call us on 020 8592 2146.
A choice of funeral services in Dagenham
View our Standardised Price List and Additional Options Price List.
The Unattended Funeral
We will help you arrange a simple funeral consisting of a direct cremation without mourners present.From£1395plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).plus £- (Includes cost of cremation).Our Unattended Funeral allows friends and family to commemorate your loved one in their own way. Our expert funeral directors will provide all necessary care, while offering advice and support every step of the way. A cremation will then be carried out without mourners present, overseen by one of our qualified attendants.The Attended Funeral
A fully personalised funeral arranged and conducted by our expert teams in accordance with your exact wishes.From£2745plus £1398 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.plus £1398 estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister.Our Memorials
Choose from a variety of options, including headstones and urns to memorial plaques, vases, statues, jewellery and plenty more. With a Memorial, you can create a tribute that especially reflects the life, love and cherished memories of your loved one.From-plus £- (There’s a wide range available and the price is dependent on product).plus £- (There’s a wide range available and the price is dependent on product).
The attended vs the unattended funeral
Rest assured that both you and your loved one will receive the same, high quality of care that we pride ourselves on, regardless of which option you choose.
- Be treated with dignity and respect by all members of our team from the moment they come into our care
- Rest peacefully in our climate-controlled mortuary
- Be continually cared for in full adherence to their religious or cultural practice
Additional cost for visits outside office hours
Additional cost for visits outside office hours
For care and support at this difficult time, visit our Dagenham funeral home.
How B Wallis & Sons will help you
Whenever you need us, no matter if it’s 3am or 3pm, we will be on hand to offer emotional support and practical advice. Once your loved one has been brought into our care, you will have access to a dedicated funeral arranger, who will guide you through each step at your own pace, recognising that this is a very sensitive time. They will talk you through the paperwork required, along with advice to ensure it is completed correctly and, where necessary, within a timely manner.
We will help you make informed decisions about the funeral and handle all arrangements on your behalf so that you can concentrate on the needs of yourself and your family.
We will treat your loved one with the same kindness and respect as we’d expect if they were a member of our own family. Our highly experienced team, including arrangers, embalmers and operatives, are trained to the highest standards and will act in accordance with your specific wishes
As well as getting to know you and those left behind, they will take the time to get to know your loved one and the role they played in the family. This will ensure they can support you in making informed decisions about each aspect of the funeral.
They will note down your wishes and liaise with our internal team and all necessary third parties to efficiently make all arrangements on your behalf.
Once all funeral details are confirmed, we will help you pass on the details to those who knew your loved one via a complimentary online Funeral Notice, giving you one less thing to think about.
We support local events where possible and we’re always on hand to advise other public bodies on care for the deceased and bereaved. We also have a number of local care homes nearby, which we have a very good relationship with.
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
The average cost of a cremation funeral in the UK is £3,744. However, this will vary according to location and other factors. Talk to your local funeral director to get a better idea of costs for the type of service you require.
The average cost of a burial in the UK is £4,798. This comprises burial charges, minister or celebrant fees, and funeral director fees. This cost does vary by location, your local funeral director will be able to give you a better understanding of costs.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.