Who chooses an unattended cremation & why

There are generally 2 reasons why someone chooses an unattended cremation.   They don’t want all the fuss and ceremony that comes with a traditional funeral service,  They don’t want to pay $10,000 for a traditional funeral   Whether it is the decision of the person who is dying or their family members making arrangements…

How much does a Cremation Cost?

One of the most frequent questions we get asked at Dignified Cremations is how much does a cremation cost, and the answer is simple:  If you reside in Brisbane, a basic unattended Dignified Cremation will only cost you $1190. What is included in a dignified cremation service? Our standard unattended cremation package includes many features…

Burial or Cremation

Burial or Cremation – How to Decide There are many factors to consider when deciding between burial or cremation. So, how can you decide? We will go over some of the factors below.  What Are Your Religious and Cultural Beliefs, if Any? Religion can play a big role in making this important decision. For example,…

I don’t want a funeral service

Believe it or not, some people actually don’t want a funeral service. It is their life and their decision, so it’s up to us to ensure they can have exactly what they want [or don’t want]. Dignified Cremations will supply a professional cremation service of the highest standard, meeting all state regulations, including the transfer…

How to Deal with Grief

When we lose a loved one, it is inevitable that our own life will be forever changed. Navigating your way through grief and mourning is a challenging but necessary process. We are often not taught the difference between grief and mourning. Grief encapsulates your thoughts and feelings about the loss, while mourning is how you…

When there is a Cremation, what happens to the coffin?

When there is a Cremation, what happens to the coffin? A lot of people seem unclear on what happens to the coffin or casket during the cremation so let’s see if we can explain the exact process. If there is funeral service or pre-cremation memorial, the coffin is transported to the crematorium immediately after. If there…

Understanding the cremation process

Understanding the Cremation Process There are many misconceptions about cremation so to make it easier to understand here are some facts on what occurs in the cremation process and answers to some very common questions we get asked. Once the body has been fully prepared, the coffin is moved to our Dignified Cremations crematorium. Once…