Cremation of exhumed remains, sometimes searched for as bone cremation, is an option for families who do not wish to continue storage in an ossuary or choose another form of permanent care after exhumation. It is a separate procedure from cremation of a body and requires coordination with the cemetery and the competent cremation centre.
Kitantis Funeral Home reviews the details of each case, explains the required steps in plain language and coordinates the practical communications. We do not give a generic promise about documents, timing or total cost before checking the cemetery, the location of the remains and the available records.
How cremation of exhumed remains is organised
The first step is a short conversation about when and where the exhumation took place, where the remains are currently kept and which documents the family already has. We then communicate with the relevant parties to confirm what is needed before collection or transport can be scheduled.
- Case review. We record the cemetery, the exhumation details and the available documents.
- Confirmation of requirements. The exact documents and handover arrangements are checked before any commitment is made.
- Coordinated transport and appointment. Once the file is complete, collection, transport and the appointment with the competent centre are organised.
- Handover to the family. The family receives clear information about the ashes and the documentation accompanying the completed procedure.
A separate service from ordinary cremation
Cremation of a body begins immediately after death and involves medical and civil documents for the deceased. Cremation of exhumed remains begins after exhumation or removal from storage and follows a different documentary and transport route. For this reason, the family should not rely on a checklist intended for an ordinary cremation.
If you are looking for information about cremation immediately after death, see our cremation service. You can also review all funeral services or contact us for a case-specific check.
Clear guidance before any decision
A preliminary call helps avoid unnecessary travel and incomplete paperwork. Tell us the cemetery, the approximate date of exhumation and where the remains are kept. We will explain which details need to be confirmed and will provide a realistic next step. Any quotation is prepared only after the scope of transport and coordination is clear.
Frequently asked questions about bone cremation
Is cremation of exhumed remains the same as cremation of a body?
No. It concerns remains that have already been recovered after exhumation. The documents, transport and practical coordination are therefore different from a cremation arranged immediately after death.
When can exhumed remains be cremated?
The process can be arranged after the exhumation and the necessary actions of the cemetery or competent authority have been completed. We first review the individual circumstances before agreeing a date.
Which documents will the family need?
Requirements may vary depending on the cemetery, the available records and the competent cremation centre. We check the case first and give the family a clear, specific list rather than a generic answer.
Can you coordinate collection and transport?
Yes, following prior communication with the family, the cemetery and the competent centre. The exact plan is confirmed only after the location and available documentation have been checked.
What does the family receive after the process?
The family is informed about the handover of the ashes and the accompanying documentation issued for the case, according to the procedure followed by the competent cremation centre.
Ask us to review your case
Call us at any hour and tell us where the remains are currently kept. We will guide you through the next practical step.