Funeral Services

Losing someone close brings many decisions at a time when clarity can be hard to find. At Flanagan Undertakers, our role is to guide you gently through each stage, explain your options and take care of the practical arrangements on your behalf. We are here to support you day and night, whether you need immediate assistance or wish to discuss arrangements in advance.

How we help

We meet with you and your family at a time and place that suits you. Together, we will talk through what needs to be done, answer your questions and offer guidance on creating the funeral that reflects your wishes and those of your loved one.

Our support typically includes:

• Discussing and planning the type of funeral you would like
• Explaining choices around burial or cremation
• Helping you decide on locations and times for reposing, viewing and the funeral service
• Advising on religious or non-religious ceremonies
• Showing the range of coffins and urns available
• Liaising with clergy, celebrants, cemeteries and crematoria
• Organising musicians, readers, florists and other contributors
• Taking care of your loved one from the moment they enter our care until the burial or cremation has taken place

Once your decisions are made, we arrange everything on your behalf and ensure all details are handled with professionalism and care.

Our Services

We offer a complete funeral service, including:

• Burial and cremation arrangements
• Liaising with clergy, celebrants, cemeteries and crematoria
• A range of coffins, caskets and urns
• Religious and non-religious ceremonies
• Grave opening and closing
• Floral tributes
• Organising musicians, choirs and soloists
• Condolence books and stands
• Embalming and hygienic preparation
• Funeral notices for radio, newspapers and online platforms
• Repatriation services when a death occurs abroad
• Hearse and family vehicle transport
• Alternative transport options (e.g. horse-drawn hearse) where requested
• Headstone and memorial guidance
• Pre-planning and funeral payment options
• Consultation on funeral costs
• Service booklets and Mass booklets

Funeral Coordination

Our funeral directors oversee every stage of the arrangements, including:

• 24-hour phone availability
• Meeting with you and making all necessary arrangements
• Preparing and publishing funeral notices
• Coordinating with hospitals, nursing homes, An Garda Síochána, cemeteries, crematoria, florists, musicians, media outlets and other third parties
• Preparing photographs or digital images for service booklets or online notices
• Offering ongoing guidance, reassurance and help before and after the funeral

Funeral Equipment

We supply all the necessary funeral equipment for the funeral and any associated gatherings.

This may include seating, catering equipment, traffic management signage, condolence books, candle sets, graveside canopy, coffin pads, graveside chairs, public announcement system and graveside music.

Transfer of the Deceased

We arrange the dignified transfer of your loved one:

• From the place of death to our preparation room (hospital, nursing home or private residence)
• From our care to the family home, funeral home, church, cemetery or crematorium

Flowers & Floral Tributes

We work closely with Signature Flowers, a trusted local florist who creates elegant arrangements for funerals, wakes and church services. You can explore their full range or order directly through their website: www.signatureflowers.ie

Supporting You Throughout

After discussing your wishes, we arrange the funeral in full, ensure everything runs smoothly and support you at every stage. Our aim is to provide calm, steady guidance at a difficult time and to carry out each detail with care and respect.