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Unattended Cremation in Hartlepool

An unattended cremation is a simple, dignified option for families who do not wish to hold a funeral service but still want their loved one cared for by compassionate family funeral director. At Hodgson Family Funeral Home, Leisha and Paul provide unattended cremations in Hartlepool with the same professionalism, respect, and compassion as any traditional funeral, ensuring that no one is ever treated as 'just a number.'

What is an Unattended Cremation?

An unattended cremation, often referred to as a direct cremation, occurs without family and friends present at the crematorium. This option allows families the freedom to remember their loved one in their own way and at a time that feels right for them, without any service beforehand. Many families choose this route for its simplicity, flexibility, and lower cost, while still ensuring dignified care throughout, Arranged, planed and locally carried out by Leisha and Paul. 

Our Unattended Cremation Service Includes:

What's Included in Our Unattended Cremation Services

  

  • Our professional services
  • Collection of your loved one into our care
  • Care and preparation of your loved one (including dressing in their own clothes, if so wished)
  • Provision of a simple coffin, including the option for viewing in our private room of rest
  • Finger prints
  • Locks of hair
  • Appropriate vehicle for transportation to the crematorium
  • Cremation fee at Hartlepool Crematorium
  • Collection of your loved one’s ashes, with the option to have them returned to you   within 48 hours
     

Every unattended cremation is personally overseen by Leisha and Paul, never outsourced to call centres or distant providers.

Why Choose Hodgson Family Funeral Home?

Many families searching for unattended cremation often find online services that are run hundreds of miles away. Choosing us means: Your loved one remains in our care locally. You speak to only us throughout the process. Support is available 24/7, not just online. Arrangements are made with understanding, not pressure and we believe that our funeral services should be affordable without compromising dignity.

A Simple Cremation, Handled With Care

 Although there is no service, every unattended cremation we carry out is approached with dignity and respect. Your loved one is cared for as if they were one of our own family.


If you later wish to hold a memorial, celebration of life, or ashes interment, we are always here to help..

Unattended Cremation Costs

Our unattended cremation prices are clear and transparent, with no hidden extras. For current pricing or to discuss whether this option is right for you, please contact Leisha or Paul who are ready to assist you 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please call or email us at leisha@lhodgson.co.uk if you cannot find an answer to your question.

 Yes. An unattended cremation is often referred to as a direct cremation. Both involve cremation without a service or family present. At Hodgson Family Funeral Home, we prefer the term unattended cremation as it better reflects the dignity and care involved. 


 No. family or friends can't enter the crematorium chapel. However, families are allowed to wait outside and watch from a lobby TV as there loved one enters the chapel if you wish.

 You could also arrange a memorial service, celebration of life, or ashes scattering at a later date. We are happy to help with this if you wish. 


Timescales can vary depending on paperwork and crematorium availability. We will always explain the process clearly and keep you informed at every stage.  


The client can often collect ashes as soon as the next working day after cremation from the crematorium, also your funeral director will collect and you have the option to have them delivered or collect them from the funeral home.


 £1,300 with a cremation at Hartlepool Crematorium with no hidden costs. You won't have to pay anything extra. Other areas differ in price, please contact us for further information.


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