Burial in a coffin
The coffin is buried in a cemetery. Types of graves, periods of use and design options follow the cemetery’s rules.
Funeral forms
Every farewell is personal.
Whether burial, cremation or a natural funeral: the right form depends on the wishes of the deceased, the family and local rules.
Possibilities
Funeral forms at a glance
Cremation
After cremation, the urn is interred in a cemetery or another permitted place of interment. The available options vary locally.
Natural and sea burials
Depending on the requirements, a designated woodland or sea burial may be possible. Permitted locations and arrangements differ.
Personal details
What makes a funeral personal
Many small decisions give a farewell its own character.
Music & words
Songs, readings and speeches
Flowers
A quiet personal gesture
Coffin or urn
Form, material and design
Funeral ceremony
A fitting setting for goodbye
Memories
Photographs and personal signs
This overview describes general possibilities. We will be happy to discuss which funeral forms and services Alexander Bestattungen provides or arranges.