A simple cremation arranged directly with our local team. No ceremony. No complicated decisions. No unnecessary extras. Ideal for families who want straightforward cremation with caring support and a clear, transparent price.
This service includes 24-hour advice and support.
With simple and respectful care
We help you with all the paperwork
We will bring your loved one into our care and carry out dignified mortuary care before they are placed in a standard size simple cremation casket.
You’re welcome to meet with us at one of our venues, or if it feels easier, we can come to you. We’ll guide you through everything and take care of the paperwork for you, including the Death Certificate.
Our cremation specialists will take care of the cremation for you. Afterwards, you’ll receive your loved ones ashes in an urn within three working days.
As part of this option, payment is arranged ahead of the service or on the day of the cremation.
If you would like you can add these items for an additional cost.
We can help you write an obituary to share online or in the newspaper, letting others know about your loved one's passing.
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A direct cremation is a cremation service where there is no opportunity to be with your loved one before the cremation. We name this the Simple Cremation option at Christchurch Crematorium Funerals. If however, you wish to include a viewing the Family & Friends option may be more suited to you.
The simplest funeral is the Simple Cremation option. Which includes, the transfer of your loved one, preparation of documents and the cremation. We kept his direct cremation option very simple with an afforable costs of $3,395.
A Funeral Grant can help with some of the funeral costs of someone who has died. Our funerals can be covered by funeral grants.
To find out whether you will be eligable for the Winz funeral grant, check the information from Work and Income here.
We know that funeral costs can be a large expense for families. Which is why we offer a low cost funeral option for $3,395 in Christchurch – which is good option for people on a budget. Our simple cremation option is the simplest funeral service, which we also call a “direct cremation”. With our services, there are no hidden costs or additional expenses to worry about. We pride ourselves in clear communication and are here to make this process as simple as possible.
Spend time together, share stories, play favourite music and celebrate a life in a relaxed setting.
Gather after cremation and create a service that feels like the person you’re remembering, not a traditional funeral format.
For families wanting a larger gathering with support, facilities, and flexibility to create a memorable farewell.
We offer transparent pricing, local and compassionate support, no-pressure guidance, and the opportunity to create a meaningful goodbye that celebrates a life well lived.
Planning ahead can bring comfort for you and those you love, knowing your wishes are clear, helping your family when they need it most.
We are able to source an extensive range of memorial jewellery and other urn types. To view our catalogue, click on the links below for options and prices.
Urns and Keepsakes Keep their memory alive