Unattended funerals in Aberdeenshire

An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral directors in Aberdeenshire take care of everything and return the ashes to you.

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Marischal College in Aberdeen, Scotland

Gordon & Watson Funeral Directors

  • 30 Rosebank Place, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB11 6XP
  • 01224 580377
Benches and flower beds in Seaton Park in Aberdeen, Scotland

Gordon & Watson Funeral Directors

  • 283-285 Great Northern Road, Aberdeen, AB24 2AE
  • 01224 277444
The harbour at Stonehaven bay in Aberdeenshire

MacIntosh & Steven Funeral Directors

  • 5 Arbuthnott Place, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, AB39 2JA
  • 01569 762636
Mercat Cross in Aberdeen during the night

Aberdeen Funeral Directors

  • 49 Causewayend, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, AB25 3TQ
  • 01224 625404

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Add a personal touch

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Coffins and caskets

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

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Urns and keepsakes

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

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Memorials

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.

Talk to someone in Aberdeenshire

Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.

What an unattended funeral includes

Everything below is included, whichever of our Aberdeenshire funeral directors arranges it.

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FAQs

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Helpful organisations

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Grief after bereavement

Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.

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Help with funeral costs

If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.

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Report the death

There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.

Advice and guidance

Practical guides on unattended funerals, direct cremation and what to do next.

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Talk to your local branch to get a quote

Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.