George Pettit Funeralcare
0.2 milesChester, CH1 1RY
Orthodox Christian funeral directors & services in Chester
We don’t yet list a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director near Chester, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Orthodox Christian funeral. There is 1 Orthodox church 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 Chester
We haven’t identified a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director close to Chester yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Orthodox Christian funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Orthodox Christian funerals? Tell us.
George Pettit & Son
0.3 milesChester, CH2 2BD
Funerals from the heart
0.4 miles117-119 Brook Street, Chester, CH1 3DX
J. C. Clarke & Son Funeral Directors
0.7 milesCroft House, 3c Hoole Road, Chester, CH2 3NQ
£2,995 attended funeral £1,645 direct cremation from their price list
Dutton & Hallmark
0.8 miles80 Faulkner Street, Chester, CH2 3BQ
£2,810 attended funeral £2,045 direct cremation from their price list
Co-Op Funeralcare
0.8 miles39 Hoole Road, Chester, CH2 3NH
Co-op Funeralcare
Orthodox churches near Chester
A Orthodox church can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
You can also find more Orthodox Christian churches in Chester on ChurchNearMe.
- Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church · 0.8 miles — Overleigh Road, Chester, CH4 7HW
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 Chester
- The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
- Register the death with Cheshire West and Chester 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 Chester?
The nearest Orthodox churches to Chester include Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church (0.8 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
- Liverpool16 mi
- Manchester33 mi
- Preston40 mi
- Derby62 mi
- Bradford63 mi
- Birmingham64 mi
- Leeds69 mi
- Nottingham74 mi
- Coventry79 mi
- Leicester83 mi