Stelae, your direct cremation service

More and more families are now deciding to have a direct cremation when a loved one dies. Whether this is down to the deceased’s own wishes or it is to save on costs and paperwork, this type of cremation is becoming more and more widespread. And Stelae is a leader in this type of service.

For those who prefer a simple funeral, without a wake or other services that will increase the price, a direct cremation could be the ideal option. At this difficult time, we take care of the entire process for you, including all the legal formalities.

What is direct cremation?

When a loved one dies and a cremation is required, there are different types of services. One of these is direct cremation where the deceased is cremated shortly after the death (at least 24 hours must have elapsed).

Once this process has been completed, the ashes are placed directly in an urn.

This type of service is carried out without a wake or ceremony (which can be performed afterwards with the ashes). It is a quick and simple method.

It is also a cheaper alternative to a traditional funeral and is something that is becoming increasingly popular with families.

Why choose Stelae?

Stelae specialises in direct cremation services. We are available when you need us most and offer a quality funeral service that is adapted to your needs.

The expertise and experience of the Stelae team will provide you with the best care and the ability to carry out the relevant legal processes related to the funeral.

Fast

Direct cremation is a quick procedure that takes place shortly after the death of your loved one, without the need for a wake, ceremony or other services that produce extra expenses typical of a traditional funeral (flowers, music, etc).

Transparency

Es un servicio 100% transparente, dado que todos los trámites se pueden realizar de manera online y mostramos en todo momento lo que estás contratando y los servicios que incluye.

Economical

The direct cremation price is less costly than any other funeral services as the deceased is transferred directly from the place of death to the crematorium to be cremated.

What does the direct cremation service include and how much does it cost?

The direct cremation service in Spain is becoming more and more common because it is cheaper than other types of funeral services.

It includes collecting the deceased, carrying out legal procedures such as obtaining a license, transfer to the crematorium, the removal of a pacemaker if the deceased has one, the cremation and subsequent storage and shipment of the ashes. We also provide families with a telephone counselling service.

Stelae SOFT

Services: collection, transfer and cremation, eco-paper urn, custody and shipment of the urn, as well as free telephone counselling.

Service price€1,475

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Stelae COMFORT

Includes STELAE SOFT services plus improvement of the urn (metallic) and legal management included.

Service price€1,600

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Stelae ELITE

Includes STELAE COMFORT services plus bamboo urn, enhanced casket and farewell to the deceased prior to cremation.

Service price€1,995

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Other services we offer

Find out about the diversity of services we offer at Stelae. From interment of urns in graves to transfer solutions tailored to your needs, we are here to meet your requirements with professionalism and dedication.

Burial

Discover our Burial Service: honour, respect and peace of mind for your deceased loved ones. Experts in funeral management and care.

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Transfers

Explore our Transfer service: compassionate and efficient care to take your loved ones to their final destination with dignity and care.

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Frequently asked questions about direct cremation at Stelae

Are there any legal requirements needed to perform a direct cremation?

There are different legal requirements in Spain for direct cremation when a family member dies.

A judge may not authorise cremation in the case of a judicial death. Due to legal reasons the judge may reject cremation options.
Cremation may not be performed if the deceased person has received internal radiation therapy for a prostate tumour within the last 8 months.
In the event that the person wears a pacemaker, notification must be given for its removal. Removing this device is mandatory before starting the cremation process.

In order to start the procedures after a death it is necessary to have the following documentation:

The medical death certificate.
The DNI or supporting document of the deceased person.
The DNI or supporting document of a declarant, who will be the person who declares the death, provides the documentation and signs all the necessary authorisations to carry out the whole process.

Is direct cremation cheaper than other types of funeral services?

Yes, direct cremation is the cheapest funeral service today, even cheaper than other types of cremation such as traditional funeral service cremation or cremation with a memorial service afterwards.

The reason is that with direct cremation there are no additional services (wake, flowers, ceremony, etc).

Direct cremation is the cheapest option when dealing with the death of a loved one. A cremation can cost between 30% and 50% less than a traditional funeral with burial, which is why more and more families - with tight budgets - choose this option.