How To Prepare For A Funeral

Some materials to be prepared by family members are:

1. A photograph for the funeral service; our funeral directors can help with any editing of the selected photo where required.

2. A presentable set of clothing for the deceased’s final service – such as a suit/dress that he/she wore for any past event.

This includes the undergarments, socks, shoes, and any other accessories.

More information regarding Burial, Cremation and Ashes may be obtained from our funeral directors or directly from the National Environment Agency's following website here.

Here is a detailed guide on how to prepare for a funeral in Singapore:

Step 1. Engaging a Funeral Director:
- Our funeral directors at PFCS will assist with logistics like embalming, transportation, casket or urn selection, obtaining necessary permits, and the planning and execution of the whole funeral proceeding. Contact us now.

a. Choosing a Funeral Service:
- Decide between a burial or cremation. Consider the deceased's wishes if they've expressed a preference, to arrange for Religious or Non-Religious Rites.

b. Selecting a Venue:
- Choose a location for the funeral service, whether it's at home, a funeral parlor, or a religious institution. Let our funeral directors know your preference, we will handle the rest.

c. Prepare Necessary Documents and other materials:
- Gathering of documents such as the deceased's identification, medical records, and our funeral directors will arrange for and seek the relevant authorities for any permits required.

Step 2. Notify Relevant Parties:
a. Funeral Service Details:

Once administrative matters have been arranged for and finalized, our funeral directors will provide details regarding the funeral service to the family members as soon as possible.
b. Notifying Family:

Inform close family members about the passing with information provided by our funeral directors.

Inform friends, extended family, and colleagues about the funeral details.

Step 3. Logistics and Transportation:
a. Logistics:

Our funeral directors will arrange transportation for the deceased, family members, and guests on the final day of the wake. Do liaise with our funeral directors for any special arrangements.

Step 4. Catering and Reception:
a. You may arrange with our funeral directors to plan for any refreshments or meals during or after the service. Food Catering (i.e. buffet catering) for the wake is optional, depending on the family members.

Step 5. Burial, Cremation and Ashes Management:
a. Burial:

For ground burial, only Chua Chu Kang Cemetery Complex is available in Singapore. The area is separated into different sections based on religion.

b. Cremation:

For cremation, there are 3 options depending on the religion. For all religions, it can be done at the Mandai Crematorium (Government). Whereas for Buddhists or Taoists, it can be done at Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery (also commonly known as Bright Hill Temple), or at Tse Toh Aum Temple.

c. Ashes:

Ashes may be stored at either government-managed columbarium, private temples, or churches, at the expense of family members. Our funeral directors can also assist with acquiring a niche at the government columbarium.