Buddhist Funeral in Singapore

Name: Endearing Funeral Services | 24/7 Funeral Services Singapore
Address: 7030 Ang Mo Kio Ave, #05-25, Northstar @ AMK, Singapore, 569880, SG
Telephone: +65 8133 0959

Entrust us to conduct a dignified Chinese Buddhist funeral service in Singapore, where compassionate care and meticulous attention to traditional customs ensure a respectful farewell for your loved one. We ensure that every detail is carefully planned because we recognise how important it is to respect the deceased through customary rituals. Our committed staff will also provide your loved ones with all-encompassing care while adhering to Buddhist traditions and customs.

Personalised Buddhist Funeral Package Details

Losing a loved one is a deeply personal experience, and we believe the farewell should be too. Our Buddhist funeral packages are thoughtfully designed to honour individual preferences and needs, ensuring a meaningful tribute that respects both Buddhist customs and your family’s wishes.

3-Day Buddhist Funeral Package

$5688

4-Day Buddhist Funeral Package

$5988

5-Day Buddhist Funeral Package

$6288

All Packages Include:

Professional Care & Logistics

1. Complete Dignity Care

Professional embalming, dressing, and makeup services.

2. Dedicated 24/7 Support

Round-the-clock guidance and administrative handling (Permits, Cremation booking, and E-Obituaries).

3. Seamless Transport

Specialized team for transfer from home/hospital to our facilities and the wake location.

Wake Arrangement

1. Premium Setup

Elegant Buddhist decorations, a basic casket, and a traditional Buddhist blanket.

2. Guest Comfort

A full tentage setup including an air-conditioned enclosure (void deck), seating for 100, standing fans, and complimentary air coolers

3. Memories Preserved

Professional photo enlargement with a wooden frame and floral tributes for the altar and guest tables.

Funeral Rite

1. Spiritual Guidance

Buddhist Monk Prayer Services (1-1-1) for encoffining, the final night, and the funeral day.

2. Ritual Essentials

Vegetarian food offerings, Joss praying items, and cleansing floral water.

3. The Final Journey

A dignified hearse and a 45-seater air-conditioned bus for family and friends.

4. Post-Funeral Care

Ash collection service included. (* Excluding in-land ash scattering at Garden of Peace)

What to Expect During a Buddhist Funeral Service in Singapore

Understanding the process can bring comfort during a difficult time. A Chinese Buddhist funeral service in Singapore encompasses several key stages, each rich in meaning and tradition, guiding the bereaved through the initial mourning period towards the final committal.

The Wake, Funeral Ceremony, and Final Committal

The journey begins with the wake, a gathering for loved ones to pay their respects. This transitions into the solemn funeral ceremony, culminating in the final committal, which may be burial in a serene resting place or cremation, marking the physical farewell.

Buddhist Rituals

Central to Buddhist funerals in Singapore are sacred rituals. Monks chant revered Buddhist scriptures, creating a spiritual atmosphere. Offerings are made to the monastic order, symbolising generosity, whilst ritual prayers are performed to guide the deceased on their journey.

Religious Customs

Adherence to specific Buddhist customs provides solace and spiritual merit. The gentle burning of incense purifies the space and conveys prayers. Offering food to the monks and the deceased is a sign of respect and sustenance. Families engage in heartfelt prayers for the peaceful transition of their loved one.

Grief and Bereavement Support

Recognising the emotional weight of loss, we offer compassionate support to families throughout the process. Our aim is to provide comfort and guidance, helping you navigate this challenging time.

Why Families Trust Us for
Buddhist Funeral Services?

With over three decades of experience, we at Endearing Funeral Services are deeply committed to providing exceptional care and unwavering support during your time of need. Our hands-on approach, marked by genuine compassion, unwavering integrity, and quiet strength, ensures that every aspect of the Buddhist funeral is handled with the utmost respect and attention to detail.

Additionally, our team’s heartfelt empathy and professional expertise work in harmony to ease the burden on families navigating this challenging period. You are not alone at Endearing Funeral Services; we are here to support you at every turn.

We also believe in transparent pricing, and our long-standing positive testimonials, heartfelt referrals, and strong community reputation speak volumes about the trust placed in us to ensure your loved one’s final farewell is handled with the utmost dignity and care.

Buddhist Cremation and Burial Options

Buddhist Cremation

Involves monk chanting, prayers, and offerings, followed by the cremation and collection of ashes. Following the cremation, the ashes are carefully collected and can be respectfully placed in a columbarium niche or scattered, often after a final series of rites and blessings.

Cremation costs can vary depending on the location, type of columbarium niche, and plaque design.

Buddhist Burial

Includes similar rituals, but with the added element of burying personal items or symbolic objects. Burials will also require a designated plot in a cemetery and ongoing maintenance.

Burial costs typically include the price of the plot and ongoing upkeep fees, in addition to funeral service expenses. This will vary depending on the cemetery location and the size of the plot.

Sacred Rituals in a Buddhist Funeral Ceremony

Monk Chanting

The resonant chanting of Buddhist scriptures by venerated monks creates a sacred and peaceful ambience during the funeral ceremony. These powerful recitations are believed to generate positive energy, offer spiritual guidance to the departed, and provide solace and comfort to the bereaved family.

Body Preparation

The gentle and respectful preparation of the deceased is a significant ritual. As part of our funeral services in Singapore, this process is carried out with utmost care and adherence to tradition, symbolising the final act of love and respect for the physical form before the spiritual journey commences.

Altar Offerings

Various offerings are meticulously arranged on the altar throughout the wake and funeral ceremony. These may include fresh flowers symbolising impermanence, fruits representing wholesome actions, and light signifying wisdom. Our experienced team will thoughtfully prepare and arrange these offerings according to tradition, serving as a mark of respect and a way to accumulate merit for the deceased.

Funeral Ceremonies on Specific Days

Certain days following the passing hold special significance in Chinese Buddhist funeral traditions in Singapore. The ceremonies conducted on these specific days, often the seventh day and subsequent weeks, are believed to provide crucial support to the deceased in their transition and offer continued opportunities for the family to express their devotion.

Buddhist Funeral Traditions & Etiquette

Funeral Traditions

Numerous cherished Buddhist traditions are integral to the funeral rites, providing comfort and spiritual significance. These include the collective chanting of mantras, the thoughtful offering of sustenance symbolised through food, and the burning of incense, which carries prayers and purifies the atmosphere for the departed and the bereaved.

Etiquette

Showing proper respect during a Buddhist funeral service involves adhering to certain etiquette. It is customary to wear modest and respectful attire, maintain a quiet and contemplative demeanour, and participate in rituals as guided by the family or funeral director. Offering condolences with sincerity and refraining from loud conversations also demonstrate consideration for the bereaved.

Family Participation

Family members play a vital role in the various rituals of a Buddhist funeral. Their active participation in chanting, making offerings, and praying for the deceased is seen as an essential way to express their love and support, guiding their loved one on their spiritual journey and fostering a sense of collective remembrance.

Buddhist Funeral Package Gallery

Explore our gallery to view examples of our serene and thoughtfully arranged Buddhist funeral setups. Each arrangement reflects our commitment to creating a respectful and dignified farewell tailored to honour the unique life and spiritual beliefs of the deceased.

Our Testimonial

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Vanson Wong

02:01 25 Mar 25

Thanks jeremy and team. They have put in the greatest effort from the start to the end ensuring everything run smoothly. Grateful to have them to help us. Give a shoutout to their team doing additional roles like helping us entertaining the guest and video record the process. Brilliant and perfect service

Clement Tan

07:43 24 Mar 25

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Jeremy and the team at Endearing Funeral Services for their exceptional service. They handled every aspect of the funeral with professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail.

The entire process was seamless, and the atmosphere was both peaceful and dignified. Their familiarity with hospital and Mandai staff also made everything smoother. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of a reliable and compassionate funeral provider.

Renee Chong

15:30 16 Mar 25

I am very grateful for the compassionate and professional care provided Jeremy and his team during a very difficult time for our family. They were attentive, respectful, and guided us through every step of the process with kindness and understanding.

Dora Soon

06:49 13 Mar 25

I highly recommend Jeremy and Endearing Funeral Services. They provided exceptional support during a difficult time, handling every detail with professionalism and compassion. Their team made the process smooth and respectful, and their attention to our needs was truly appreciated. A trustworthy and caring service.

Yu Feng Choa

09:54 11 Mar 25

The tentage set up & toilet were sparking clean. The team was very professional and very helpful.
Thank you Jeremy & Team.

Ge Yiming

05:54 11 Mar 25

Jeremy and the team at Endearing Funeral Service provided exceptional care and support during a difficult time. Their professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. From funeral planning to customized memorial services, they handled everything with dignity and respect. Highly recommended for anyone looking for trusted funeral directors in Singapore who go the extra mile. Thank you, Jeremy, for your kindness and guidance! 🙏✨ #FuneralServicesSingapore #CompassionateCare #ProfessionalFuneralDirector

Heather Tan

10:14 10 Mar 25

I am deeply grateful for the compassionate and professional funeral services provided by Jeremy.

During a profoundly difficult time, they went above and beyond to ensure that every detail of the memorial service was handled with care and respect. Their team made a challenging situation much easier to navigate.
From the moment we contacted Jeremy, we felt a sense of calm and trust. They offered a range of personalized funeral options, from simple cremation services to full memorial planning, ensuring that our wishes were met and that our loved one was honored in the most

Claudine Lim

13:13 09 Mar 25

I recently had the privilege of engaging Jeremy from Endearing Funeral Services and I couldn't be more grateful for their exceptional service. From the very first contact, Jeremy and his team were compassionate, understanding, and attentive to our needs during a difficult time. They took care of every detail and ensured that the process was as smooth as possible.

Jeremy and team also seemed very familiar and friendly with all the hospital staff as well as the people at Mandai. It goes to show how they are respectful and friendly to everyone.

Their professionalism and kindness truly made a difference, and I highly recommend their services to anyone in need.

Goh Jun Wei

14:19 03 Mar 25

We are honoured to engage Jeremy from endearing funeral services. The team truly cared for all of us and we could feel the warmth and compassion from them.

They were indeed very experienced and thoughtful in all the procedures and rituals.

High recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions About
Buddhist Funeral Packages in Singapore

What is a Buddhist funeral?

A Buddhist funeral is a deeply spiritual ceremony rooted in Buddhist teachings and traditions. It focuses on guiding the deceased towards a peaceful transition in the afterlife through rituals such as chanting, offerings to monks, and prayers while providing comfort and support to the bereaved family.

What does a Buddhist funeral package include?

A typical Buddhist funeral package encompasses a comprehensive range of services, including the arrangement of the wake service, transportation of the deceased, embalming, provision of the coffin, altar setup with necessary religious items, engagement of monks for chanting, cremation or burial arrangements, and post-funeral support.

What are the typical costs of a Buddhist funeral in Singapore?

The costs of a Buddhist funeral in Singapore can vary depending on several factors, such as the duration of the wake, the type of coffin chosen, the number of monks engaged, the scale of the floral arrangements, and the cremation or burial fees. Our packages range from $5,688 to $6,288, depending on the length of the wake service desired. We strive to offer transparent and affordable funeral packages to suit different needs.

Can I customise the Buddhist funeral package?

Yes, we understand that each family has unique needs and preferences. We offer personalised options and encourage you to contact us to discuss how we can tailor our affordable funeral packages to best honour your loved one. Besides traditional Buddhist funeral services, we also provide options like direct cremation.

How is a Buddhist funeral conducted in Singapore?

A Chinese Buddhist funeral service typically begins with a wake, where family and friends gather to pay their respects. The funeral ceremony follows, culminating in the cremation or burial. Throughout the process, specific Buddhist rituals and customs are observed to aid the deceased’s spiritual journey.

What practical steps do I need to take when planning a Buddhist funeral in Singapore?

When planning a Buddhist funeral, key steps include contacting a trusted funeral services in Singapore like Endearing Funeral Services, registering the death, deciding on burial or cremation, arranging the wake and funeral service details (location, duration), selecting a suitable Buddhist funeral package, and coordinating with religious leaders for the necessary rituals.

What rituals are performed during a Buddhist funeral?

Several significant rituals are performed during a Chinese Buddhist funeral, including the chanting of sacred texts by monks, the offering of food and flowers to the altar and the monastic order, the burning of incense, and various prayers and ceremonies intended to transfer merit to the deceased and guide them on their path to the next life.