Frequently asked questions about funerals

We offer four main packages:

• E. Nilssons personal funeral with a ceremony, from 42 810 kr. A package where the ceremony is shaped entirely around your wishes, with music, flowers and personal details.
• E. Nilssons simple funeral with a ceremony, from 28 720 kr. Includes a coffin in a simpler model, a coffin arrangement or pall, and the ceremony. Often without a formal reception.
• E. Nilssons funeral without a ceremony, from 13 635 kr. An option for anyone who wants a simple arrangement without a ceremony, but with transport, a coffin and burial.
• E. Nilssons Muslim funeral, from 12 485 kr. Adapted to Muslim tradition and arranged together with the congregations.

The best value package is E. Nilssons funeral without a ceremony, at a cost of 13 635 kr. The package includes the coffin, transport and burial but no ceremony. It is an option for those who want a discreet and simple arrangement.

The most comprehensive package is E. Nilssons personal funeral with a ceremony, from 42 810 kr. Here the ceremony is shaped around the life and wishes of the person who has died, with a choice of coffin, music, flowers and personal touches. It is a popular choice for creating a memorable and individual farewell.

The least expensive options are Simple antique grey with wooden handles and Simple brown with wooden handles. Both cost 6 995 kr and are made of chipboard and MDF with a simple fabric lining.

The most exclusive model is Björkö with carrying poles, a coffin in solid birch with lacquered sides. It costs 15 450 kr.

Yes, all our coffins have a fabric lining. Even the simplest models have a mattress, a pillow and a cover with a cotton top sheet. The more exclusive models also have clean detailing on the lid and the side panels.

Yes. The Akvarell range can be had in white, black or blue (Azur). That makes it possible to choose a coffin that reflects the personality or the favourite colour of the person who has died.

No, there are several options. You can choose a coffin grave, an urn grave or an ash grave if you want a marked place to visit. You can also choose a memorial grove, where the ashes are scattered anonymously. Which option suits best depends on your wishes, your tradition and your finances.

• Coffin grave, a traditional grave with a coffin.
• Urn grave, a place for one or more urns.
• Ash grave, a marked place with a name plaque.
• Memorial grove, an anonymous place where the ashes are scattered. All the options are looked after by the cemetery authority and are covered by the burial fee.

Under Swedish law cremation or burial must take place within one month of the death. If there are particular reasons, for example waiting for relatives from abroad, an extension can be applied for.

A single column death notice in Smålandsposten costs around 4 500 kr. The price varies depending on the newspaper, the size and whether you want a picture or a symbol. We help you design and publish the notice.

Yes, we offer several floral arrangements through our online service. For example:

• White floral garland with real candles, 1 200 kr
• Bouquet of mixed tulips, 1 600 kr You will find more examples in our flower catalogue (PDF).

Yes, you can arrange the flowers through any florist. Many families still let us handle the practical side so that everything is coordinated smoothly ahead of the ceremony.

A memorial grove is a cost free option where the ashes are scattered anonymously. It needs no upkeep from the family and gives a quiet place to visit. The drawback is that there is no personal grave with a name.

Yes, that is called a non-religious funeral. The ceremony is led by an officiant or by a relative. The content is entirely free and can include music, poems, speeches and personal touches.

We have good contacts with the Muslim congregations and follow the traditions for a Muslim funeral, for example prompt burial, the washing and placing the deceased facing Mecca.

Yes, transport is included in every package. It covers collection from the hospital or the home to a cold storage room, and onward transport to the ceremony venue or the crematorium.

A church ceremony follows the order of the Church of Sweden, with a priest and hymns. A non-religious ceremony is entirely free to shape and can be held in a chapel, at home or in another venue. We help with the planning and with the officiant.

We help with bringing them home. A certificate of death, a transport permit and customs documents are required. The cost depends on the country and the insurance. We have experience of international transport and work with the embassies.

Yes, you can write down your wishes in advance: the coffin, the music, the grave and so on. We offer online planning so that your family have clear guidance when the time comes.

A simpler reception with coffee can cost from around 3 000 kr depending on the venue and the catering. We offer different options, from simple coffee to full catering.

An urn burial gives more flexibility in time and place. It needs less grave space and can cost less. A coffin burial is often felt to be more traditional and gives a clearly defined ceremony.

Yes, we can assist with the estate inventory, the distribution of the estate and advice. We have our own legal advisers in-house and can also help with wills and lasting powers of attorney.

In a cremation the body is burned in a dedicated facility. The ashes are placed in an urn which is interred in an urn grave, an ash grave or a memorial grove. Cremation is the most common choice in Sweden today.

From the death to the burial it usually takes 2 to 4 weeks. It depends on the availability of the venue, the priest or officiant, the transport, and whether relatives have to travel a long way.

A coloured coffin, such as Azur, the blue coffin, costs 9 750 kr. The Akvarell range can be ordered in different colours, for example white or black, for around 9 950 kr.

Yes, we can publish death notices both in the newspaper and online. Online notices are a way of reaching family and friends quickly. The cost varies depending on the medium.

Our packages include a simpler arrangement, but you can order extra through us. Examples are coffin arrangements in seasonal flowers or in roses. See our catalogue here (PDF).

We are an authorised funeral director and we stand for security, transparency and support at a difficult time. We offer clear package prices, a wide range of choices and personal commitment. Whether you want a simple ceremony or a personal tribute, we help you the whole way.