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Orthodox Christian funeral directors & services in Durham

We don’t yet list a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director near Durham, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Orthodox Christian funeral. There are 2 Orthodox churches within 10 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 Durham

We haven’t identified a specialist Orthodox Christian funeral director close to Durham yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Orthodox Christian funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Orthodox Christian funerals? Tell us.

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Orthodox churches near Durham

A Orthodox church can often help with prayers, a faith leader.

You can also find more Orthodox Christian churches in Durham on ChurchNearMe.

Orthodox Christian funerals: what to expect

Burial or cremationBurial — many Orthodox churches will not hold a church funeral if cremation is chosen
ServiceChanted funeral service, usually with an open coffin; mourners give a final farewell kiss
MemorialsTrisagion 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.

Full guide to Orthodox Christian funerals →

Practical steps in Durham

  1. The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
  2. Register the death with County Durham register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. How to register.
  3. Contact a funeral director and your Orthodox church — they can help arrange the key rites (Funeral service with open coffin; the last kiss).
  4. Book the cemetery — see local options.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find a Orthodox church near Durham?
The nearest Orthodox churches to Durham include The Orthodox Church of St Cuthbert and St Bede (0.3 miles), St Nicholas Romanian Orthodox Church (9.3 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.

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