Funeral Directors in Kirkwall

John G Corse Funeral Directors is an independent family business, having been in the family from 1978 being run by John Corse since the death of his father in 1995. Providing a professional, caring and understanding services to bereaved families when it matters most. Full advisory service given for burial or cremation. Being a member of S.A.I.F., we have a strict code of practise to adhere to. This guarentees our services are at a very high standard of professionalism. We are also proud to say we are the most northerly Member of National S.A.I.F. and Orkney's only funeral director who can offer Pre-Paid Funeral Plans. All arrangements are carefully finalised personally by John who is well known in the community for carrying out his duties in a very professional and dignified manner.

There will normally be a request for a pre-arranged grave space in a churchyard or cemetery. The local Council has set fees for burials of which we will advise you. Many churchyards are no longer open for burials because there is no space left. If a space has been paid for in a cemetery there will be a deed of grant. Most Orkney cemeteries have new extensions added allowing new lairs to be purchased.

No one can be cremated until the cause of death is definitely known. There are certain forms that you will be required to sign. The cost of the cremations are governed by local authorities. Ashes can be scattered in a garden of remembrance or in a favourite spot. They can be buried in a churchyard or cemetery or they can be kept. Arrangements may be made for erecting a plaque but there would be a charge. We can assist you with this, as we can with every aspect of funeral arrangements. For further details, please visit our website, using the link above left, or call on 01856 876285.