Alternative Farewells:
Modern Funeral Services
Every life is unique, and we believe every farewell should be too. At ‘Friedrich Cordes Bestattungen’, we offer contemporary alternatives to traditional funerals, ensuring a meaningful tribute that truly reflects the personality of your loved one.
Personalized Ceremonies
We understand that conventional funeral services may not always reflect the spirit of your loved one. Whether they had no connection to religious institutions or wished for a more personal setting, we offer various alternative farewells for both the ceremony and the final resting place.
Our unique venues include artist Angela Hennessy’s studio, where we’ve been hosting ceremonies since 2013. At Beckmanns Weinhaus in Calenberger Neustadt, families can gather for a private dinner in the presence of the urn, remembering and honoring their loved one’s life. We also maintain connections with various secular funeral speakers and musicians to create your perfect ceremony.
Innovative Burial Options
As a modern funeral home, we support a wide range of alternative burial methods. Beyond traditional services, we offer:
Forest Burials
Choose from several natural settings including ‘Friedwald Uetze’, ‘Ruheforst Bredenbeck’, or ‘Seelwald Hannover’. These locations offer memorial options such as tree numbers, small name tags, or commemorative plaques, providing a peaceful place for remembrance.
Sky Ceremonies
Experience a unique farewell with our aerial options:
- Hot air balloon ceremonies accommodating up to three mourners
- High-altitude ash scattering via helium balloon at approximately 30 kilometers
Natural Burials
- Alpine meadow ceremonies with ashes scattered or buried beneath the turf
- Tree of Life burials, exclusively available through us in Hanover, where ashes nurture new growth
- Columbarium interment at Sacred Heart of Jesus in Hannover-Misburg
Unique Transportation
We offer eco-friendly local urn transport by bicycle, personally handled by Sven Friedrich Cordes.
Sustainable Choices
We’re proud to introduce the innovative bio-coffin from Holland – a living, mushroom-based material that’s revolutionizing traditional funeral practices. Unlike conventional coffins that take 15-20 years to decompose, this sustainable alternative naturally breaks down within 2-3 years, enriching the surrounding soil and creating possibilities for new life.
Sea Burials
We offer dignified sea burials in partnership with trusted shipping companies. Choose from:
- The North and Baltic Seas
- Locations worldwide
Each sea burial includes documentation of the exact position and a logbook extract. These ceremonies can be attended by family members, with optional accompaniment by the captain or a religious representative, or can be conducted unaccompanied.
Memorial Keepsakes
We understand the importance of maintaining a connection with your loved ones. A portion of the ashes can be:
- Transformed into diamonds
- Incorporated into jewellery
- Used in other memorial pieces
Personal Consultation
While some options, such as keeping urns at home, are not permitted under German law, we always find ways to honour your wishes within legal boundaries. Let us discuss your requirements in a personal consultation to create a meaningful farewell that best reflects your loved one’s life and values.
Every farewell should be as unique as the life it celebrates. Contact us to learn more about our modern and alternative funeral services.
