The period immediately following the death of a loved one is a very distressing time, yet it is a time when a number of very important decisions need to be made.
When arranging a funeral the family or the executor of the deceased’s estate must decide whether the funeral service will be a burial or cremation. The next step is usually to contact a Funeral Director, however, it is possible to make arrangements directly with Bereavement Services.
We can provide impartial advice and assistance on funeral service arrangements. At Bereavement Services, we also work closely with Funeral Directors to ensure that the funeral is carried out in accordance with the family’s wishes.
Funeral costs
You can download our fees and charges for Bereavement Services.
If you arrange a funeral you are responsible for paying the bill. If you are finding it difficult to pay for a funeral that you have to arrange, you may be able to get a Social Fund Funeral Payment providing you are on a low income, visit the Gov.uk website for further information.
For advice on arranging a funeral in Lincoln, please use our online bereavement services enquiry form.