Simplicity Funeral Directors
0.6 miles84 High Street, Lincoln, LN5 7QW
Dignity
Orthodox Christian funeral directors & services in Lincoln
We don’t yet list a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director near Lincoln, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Orthodox Christian funeral. There are 2 Orthodox churches within 1 miles. Orthodox Christian funerals — Greek, Russian, Romanian, Serbian, Coptic, Ethiopian and others — are sung services held in church with an open coffin, incense and candles.
Funeral directors near Lincoln
We haven’t identified a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director close to Lincoln yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Orthodox Christian funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Orthodox Christian funerals? Tell us.
Pat Cook Funeral Services
0.8 miles156-158 Burton Rd, Lincoln, LN1 3LS
1-3, Off Sunningdale Dr, Boultham Pk Rd, Lincoln, LN6 7UD
£2,495 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
Dignity
Tritton Rd, Lincoln, LN6 7QY
Co-operative society
Orchard Funeral Services
3.3 miles33A Redwood Drive, Waddington, Lincoln, LN5 9BN
E Gill & Sons Funeral Directors
10.9 miles10 High Street, Newark, NG23 7LA
Orthodox churches near Lincoln
A Orthodox church can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
You can also find more Orthodox Christian churches in Lincoln on ChurchNearMe.
- St Basil the Great with St Paisios of the Holy Mountain. · 0.9 miles
- St Matthias Church Centre · 0.9 miles
Orthodox Christian funerals: what to expect
| Burial or cremation | Burial — many Orthodox churches will not hold a church funeral if cremation is chosen |
|---|---|
| Service | Chanted funeral service, usually with an open coffin; mourners give a final farewell kiss |
| Memorials | Trisagion prayers and memorials with koliva on the 3rd, 9th and 40th days, and yearly |
Etiquette for guests
- What to wear: Dark, modest clothing. Women may cover their hair.
- What to say: “Memory eternal” (“Eonia i mnimi” in Greek; “Vechnaya pamyat” in Russian).
- Flowers: Flowers are welcome.
Practical steps in Lincoln
- The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
- Register the death with Lincoln register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. How to register.
- Contact a funeral director and your Orthodox church — they can help arrange the key rites (Funeral service with open coffin; the last kiss).
- Book the cemetery — see local options.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Orthodox church near Lincoln?
The nearest Orthodox churches to Lincoln include St Basil the Great with St Paisios of the Holy Mountain. (0.9 miles), St Matthias Church Centre (0.9 miles).
Can Orthodox Christians be cremated?
The Orthodox Church traditionally requires burial, and many Orthodox churches will not hold a church funeral where cremation has been chosen. Speak to the parish priest.
Orthodox Christian funeral services in nearby towns
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- Birmingham77 mi