Funeral arrangements
Practical guidance for arranging a dignified funeral event for a loved one.
Funeral services
Practical funeral support delivered with dignity.
Doves provides comprehensive funeral services while respecting the dignity of a funeral and the cultural, ethnic and religious needs of every family.
Immediate help
How can we help you when someone passes away?
You always have someone to talk to. Please contact your local Doves branch or our Doves Call Centre for immediate help and support.
What Doves provides
Comprehensive support through the funeral journey.
Doves provides a comprehensive service including restoration art, embalming, exhumations, cremation and chapel facilities, and national/international repatriation at most parlours.
Cover for the unforeseen
Funeral cover options that help families prepare financially for a difficult time.
Repatriation
Transport of human remains from place of death to place of rest within South Africa and neighbouring countries including Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique and Swaziland.
Registration of death
Families need to register the death within 5 days and can contact the nearest Doves office for assistance.
Cremations and handling of ashes
Support for cremation arrangements and respectful handling of ashes.
Memorials
Memorial services and remembrance support shaped around family, culture and faith.
Grave removals / exhumations
Specialist assistance with grave removals and exhumations where required.
Embalming and caring for the deceased
Restoration art, embalming and care delivered with ethical standards and dignity.
Chapel facilities
Chapel facilities at most parlours for families who need a place to gather.
Ethical standards
Respectful care for each family, faith and tradition.
The company subscribes to high ethical standards, respects the dignity of a funeral, and is sensitive to cultural, ethnic and religious needs.
Speak to Doves when your family needs support.
Our call centre and local branch teams are available to help with funeral arrangements, cover enquiries and practical next steps.
