A Simple, Compassionate Way to Say Goodbye
At Rounce Funeral Services, our Direct Cremation provides a simple, dignified, and affordable way to care for your loved one. From just £1,195 (including third-party fees), everything is handled with compassion, clarity, and respect.
No ceremony or service is required — giving you the freedom to honour your loved one in your own way, at a time and place that suits your family.
Your loved one will be cared for on our premises in Worthing, not stored in a warehouse or industrial unit, with unlimited visits to our Chapel of Rest at times that suit you.
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Simple and Stress-Free: Minimal paperwork, no ceremony, clear pricing.
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Personal Care: Your loved one looked after with dignity in our specialist facilities.
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Freedom to Choose: Day of cremation, clothing, keepsakes, and music handled according to your wishes.
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Local Expertise: Over 20 years supporting families in Worthing & Sussex with over 350 five-star reviews.
The cremation itself takes place at Arun Crematorium (pictured).
Everything Included in Your Direct Cremation — £1,195
A compassionate, simple service with everything handled for you — clear, upfront pricing and no hidden fees.
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Care from the start: We bring your loved one into our specialist Worthing facilities (within 10 miles), treating them with dignity, respect, and attention — not in a warehouse or industrial unit.
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Personal touches: Your loved one can wear their own clothes and be surrounded by keepsakes, photos, and meaningful items.
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Comfortable resting place: A made-to-measure light oak effect coffin, satin lining, and pillow.
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Flexible scheduling: Choose the day of the cremation; we guide you through timing with clarity and care.
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Unattended cremation: Carried out at a local crematorium within 10 miles of Worthing.
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Personal Goodbye: Up to 5 close family members can touch the coffin in the crematorium lobby and have a favourite song played on the system — offering a brief, personal farewell.
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Ashes handled your way: Scatter at the crematorium, or collect/deliver within 7 days.
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Peace of mind: We handle all the paperwork and arrangements, so you can focus on remembering your loved one.
What Could Cost More
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Urgent collection from home, nursing home, or hospice: £275 + mileage.
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Dressing your loved one in their own clothes: £125.
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Choosing a crematorium outside our local area: additional fee depending on crematorium charges and mileage.
Quiet, Personal Farewell (Optional: £600)
Families who want a calm, meaningful goodbye can add an Intimate Attended Direct Cremation — up to 17 guests, guided by our funeral director, just as at a crematorium service.
This option keeps the simplicity of direct cremation, while giving you a full, guided funeral service in our chapel beforehand.
In our private Chapel of Rest, you can spend as much time as you need saying farewell. This option allows a personal ceremony with music, slideshow, and service sheets, giving you the chance to honour your loved one in a warm, private setting.
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Up to 17 guests: Family and close friends can gather in comfort.
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Flexible timing: No strict time limit — take the hour you need.
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Customisable: Choose your music, slideshow, and service sheets.
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Supportive guidance: Led by our experienced funeral director, helping you create a meaningful ceremony.
All extras are optional, clearly priced, and designed to make your farewell personal without any pressure.
Why Families Trust Rounce
Trusted Experience
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Over 20 years supporting families in Worthing & Sussex
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350+ five-star reviews on Google, Yell, and Facebook
Award-Winning Service
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Good Funeral Awards 2019 & 2025 winner
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Consistently recognised for care, compassion, and professionalism
Family-Run, Personal Care You Can See
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Independent, family-run funeral directors providing 24-hour support
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Loved ones cared for on our premises, not in a warehouse
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Chapel of Rest visits anytime, with the freedom to personalise clothing, music, and the day of your farewell
Simple, Transparent, Supportive
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Clear, upfront pricing — no hidden fees
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Guidance every step of the way from experienced funeral directors
Peace of Mind
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Every family receives personal attention and respect
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Optional support for personal farewells, memorials, and keepsakes
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I visit my loved one before the cremation?
Yes. Families can visit our Chapel of Rest at times that suit them — there’s no limit on visits, so you can spend as much time as you need.
2. Can I include personal items or keepsakes?
Absolutely. Photos, letters, and small meaningful items can be placed with your loved one for a personal touch.
3. How quickly will ashes be returned?
Ashes are usually returned within 7 days. We can arrange collection, delivery, or scattering at the crematorium — whichever you prefer.
4. Can I choose which crematorium is used?
Yes, for an additional fee. We’ll advise you on suitable crematoria within Sussex and handle all arrangements on your behalf.
5. What does “unattended” mean?
Direct cremation happens without a formal ceremony at the crematorium. If you’d like, you can also add a Quiet, Personal Farewell in our chapel for family and close friends.
6. Can I have music played or a slideshow?
Yes. Music and photo slideshows can be included during an optional intimate farewell in our chapel. These extras are fully optional and priced clearly.
7. How do I arrange a direct cremation?
Simply call or email our funeral directors. We guide you through every step, handle all paperwork, and make the process as simple as possible.
