Why More Families in Cannock Are Choosing Direct Cremation with a Local Touch
In recent years, many people have sought simpler, more affordable, and more personal ways to say goodbye to a loved one.
Direct cremation – sometimes called pure cremation – has become a popular choice.
At A.J. Sellman Funeral Directors, we are proud to offer this option with the same personal, dignified care our family has provided to Cannock and the surrounding Staffordshire areas since 1870.
While some may assume that a simple, unattended direct cremation is best handled by a large national company, choosing a trusted local funeral director offers significant benefits.
What Is a Pure or Direct Cremation?
A direct cremation is an option for those who prefer a less traditional farewell.
Unlike a conventional funeral, it is an unattended cremation, meaning no formal ceremony takes place at the crematorium. The deceased is taken directly to the crematorium in a simple coffin.
The ashes can then returned to the family, who can arrange a memorial service or celebration of life at a time and place of their choosing.
This service offers several key advantages:
Affordability: It is significantly less expensive than a traditional funeral, as it removes the costs associated with a formal service.
Flexibility: It separates the cremation from any memorial, allowing families to plan something without the time constraints of a traditional service.
Simplicity: For those who wish to avoid the stress and expense of a large, formal gathering, direct cremation offers a dignified, no-fuss option.
The Benefits of Choosing a Local Funeral Director for a Pure or Direct Cremation
A Personal, Face-to-Face Service
“Our family has served the community for over 150 years, and that heritage is incredibly important to us,” says Edward Poole of A.J. Sellman.
“When you come to us, you speak to a familiar, caring face – not a call centre hundreds of miles away. That allows us to provide truly compassionate and personal support during a difficult time.”
Unlike large, internet-based services that operate from call centres, a local family funeral director offers genuine, face-to-face conversations.
We will listen to your family’s specific needs and provide compassionate support every step of the way.
As a local, independent business, A.J. Sellman focuses on what families in our community want and need — care that is personal, professional, and local.
Keeping Your Loved One Close to Home
National providers may transport your loved one far away to a large, central crematorium. At A.J. Sellman, we ensure that your loved one is cared for locally until the day of cremation, which takes place at nearby Cannock Chase Crematorium or Mercia Forest Crematorium.
We believe it’s important that your loved one remains within the community they knew and called home.
Respectful and Dignified Care
A.J. Sellman’s all-inclusive direct cremation package ensures that every service is conducted with the utmost dignity and respect. Unlike many providers, every cremation includes music and words of committal, and a hearse is always provided even though the service is unattended.
Ashes are collected within just a few days, always handled with compassion and professionalism.
Options for Personalising a Direct Cremation
Even within the simplicity of direct cremation, A.J. Sellman offers families in Cannock and the surrounding areas several ways to make the farewell personal:
Chapel of Rest visits: Families can choose to visit their loved one at our private Chapel of Rest.
Choice of attendance: We’ll let you know the date of your loved one’s funeral and offer the option to see the hearse arrive at the crematorium.
Memorialisation options: Upon receiving the ashes, families can honour their loved one in many ways – such as choosing a personal ashes casket, jewellery keepsake, or scatter tube, or arranging a memorial with our monumental masonry service.
Future arrangements: You can also plan a memorial service or celebration of life at a later date, allowing time to grieve and create a personalised tribute.
Why Families in Cannock Trust A.J. Sellman for Direct Cremation with a local touch.
If you are considering a direct cremation and weighing your options, please know that you can receive a dignified, affordable, and personal service from a local, trusted family funeral director.
For over 150 years, the families of Cannock, Cheslyn Hay, Penkridge and the Staffordshire area have trusted A.J. Sellman to make a difficult time a little easier — we are here for you.
Contact A.J. Sellman Funeral Directors
Serving Cannock, Cheslyn Hay, Penkridge and surrounding areas.
Call us today to discuss direct cremation or pure cremation options.