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Demand for cremation has grown significantly in Ireland in recent times. In many respects it is exactly the same as the more traditional funeral rite, however there are some important and practical differences. When the funeral cortege arrives at the crematorium chapel, there can be a short committal ceremony following which the coffin is transferred to the cremator. The remains (ashes) are later placed in an urn for your use.
Private Disposal
Interment or scattering at a garden of remembrance
Interment in a columbarium wall
We will arrange and advise you on all the necessary documentation necessary in relation to the cremation.
For a full overview of the cremation urns, keepsakes and memorial items we offer with cremation, please visit www.cremationproducts.ie
Cahill’s Funeral Home utilises the services of islandcrematorium.ie
It is becoming quite common for individuals to plan for their funeral for the purpose of ensuring their wishes are carried out and to minimise the stress on those left behind in terms of managing the funeral arrangements.
If you would like to discuss advanced funeral planning with us in strictest confidence we will meet with you at the location of your choice to talk through your wishes, to advise and assist in whatever way we can.
We will arrange to draw up the details of your wishes for your approval and to have them forwarded to your executor/solicitor for the purpose of ensuring your specified wishes are carried out.
As professional members of the Irish Association of Funeral Directors, we are fully equipped to manage all aspects of repatriation including:-
Obtaining the necessary documentation in the locality
Presenting the documentation to procure permits for the destination country
Preparing the body for shipment
Completing all travel arrangements
Advising on the costs involved
Arrangement of repatriation into Ireland and from Ireland to other countries.
For assistance and information about repatriation assistance, please visit the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust website.
The cost of a funeral is made up of the following:
The coffin, supplied with an engraved nameplate and fitted a satin frilled fall over side sheet and a swans down lining.
The transfer of the deceased from the place of death for embalming, the embalming of the body, preparation treatment, dressing and coffining for reposing at the funeral home/private home.
Our professional fee for the arrangement and co-ordination of the funeral.
Provision for removal from our funeral home/private home to the chosen location.
A funeral from this location to the crematorium or graveyard of your choice.
Supply of engraved grave marker.
Liason with doctors, coroners and hospital personnel, clergy, press, singers and organists.
Preparing of payments and gratuities, which may include Clergy, press, singers and organists, grave digger, civil celebrant and crematorium personnel.
Disbursements paid out by us on your behalf to include grave purchase, grave opening and closing, cremation fees, newspapers, radio stations, church offerings and gratuities etc..
The cost of each funeral will vary depending on the funeral chosen. We will provide you with an estimate of the cost based on your wishes.
Grief & Healing Support
At a time that is incredibly difficult for you and your loved ones, it is important to seek assistance when you feel it will be beneficial. The team here at James Cahill Funeral Directors will be happy to provide you with information and recommendations for resources that may help.

Let Us Lend a Helping Hand
Cahill’s Funeral Home, Cobh
Coolamber, Newtown Road, Cobh, Co. Cork P24Y383.
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