Ķengarags is one of the largest neighbourhoods in Riga, in the Latgale suburb, stretching along the right bank of the Daugava. Around 26,000 residents live here, and for many families it is important that funeral help is available quickly and in a language they understand. The Riga City Funeral Service provides a full range of funeral services to Ķengarags residents — funeral arrangement, cremation, document handling and transport around the clock. Call +371 2944 9849 — we advise in Latvian and Russian.
Our office is at Tēraudlietuves iela 3, and our specialised transport reaches any address in Ķengarags — on Maskavas, Aglonas, Kaņiera, Prāgas, Lokomotīves or Salaspils streets — at any time of day.
Funeral home services in Ķengarags
If a death occurs at home in Ķengarags, first call a family doctor or emergency medical service to certify the death. Then call us — we will take care of the rest:
- transport of the deceased to the morgue at any time of day;
- preparation of the medical certificate and death certificate at the registry office;
- applying for the VSAA funeral allowance and advice on Riga municipality support;
- delivery of the coffin, wreaths and funeral accessories;
- arranging the burial plot and booking the chapel;
- organising the farewell ceremony, musicians and memorial meal.
We represent the family in dealings with any Riga hospital morgue — obtaining certificates, arranging the release of the body and its preparation for the farewell, so relatives do not have to handle formalities themselves.
| Free of charge | Paid |
|---|
| Washing | Embalming |
| Dressing | Cosmetic restoration |
| Placing in the coffin | Preparation of the deceased |
| Storage of the body up to 7 days | Correction of post-mortem defects |
Cremation for Ķengarags residents
Cremation is an increasingly common choice in Riga. The nearest crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A. We arrange cremation without a farewell ceremony (an economical option, with the urn handed to the family within 3–5 working days), cremation with a farewell in the crematorium hall or the cemetery chapel, as well as urn burial at a cemetery, columbarium or another place chosen by the family.
At home/apartment
In a hospital
In a public place
In another city
Call a service representative by phone +371 2944 9849 or submit a request on the website.
Prepare the deceased's passport, as well as the passports of anyone with the deceased.
Check the service representative's information, as well as the emergency service personnel's identification cards.
Call a service representative to the hospital by phone +371 2944 9849 or submit a request on the website.
Once the representative arrives, verify their information with the information you previously provided over the phone.
Start the paperwork with our representative, then follow their recommendations.
Emergency services register the death and take the body to the forensic morgue.
Law enforcement officials contact relatives and inform them where the deceased has been taken.
After reporting the death, call a funeral service specialist at +371 2944 9849
Call the service's hotline at +371 2944 9849 or submit a request on the website.
Enter into an agreement with the funeral service, outlining all services provided.
A specialist will gather all necessary documents and arrange for the repatriation and reception of the deceased in the desired city.
Funerals in Ķengarags: nearest cemeteries
Ķengarags has no cemetery of its own, so burials are arranged at the nearest cemeteries of the Latgale suburb and Riga. We will help choose a suitable place and check whether the family has rights to an existing family burial plot. The full list of Riga cemeteries with addresses is available in the cemeteries section. We also arrange the farewell ceremony in cemetery chapels and transport for mourners from Ķengarags.
How much does a funeral in Ķengarags cost
We offer three funeral plans with fixed prices — with no hidden charges: Social (0 € — fully covered by the VSAA funeral allowance), Optimal (from 580 € — a classic funeral with a farewell ceremony) and Extended (a bespoke solution). We will prepare a precise estimate during a free consultation.
All necessary services for conducting a funeral
Optimal cremation set of goods and services
Expanded range of products and services for cremation
All necessary services for conducting a funeral
Optimal cremation set of goods and services
Expanded range of products and services for cremation
Funeral plans may be subject to adjustment.
Changing the funeral plan will allow for a more personalized and meaningful farewell ceremony that reflects the uniqueness and importance of the deceased to their loved ones and community.
Farewell ceremony near Ķengarags
For Ķengarags residents we arrange the farewell ceremony in cemetery chapels, the crematorium farewell halls or a church. If the family wishes a religious ceremony, we coordinate the funeral service with an Orthodox, Catholic or Lutheran parish. A secular ceremony with a host in Latvian or Russian is also possible.
For the comfort of mourners we arrange transport from Ķengarags to the cemetery and back, as well as a memorial meal. We coordinate all timings with the cemetery administration, the crematorium and the parish.
We contacted the Riga City Funeral Service—the staff was attentive and promptly processed all the necessary paperwork. The ceremony was organized with respect and appropriate level—without unnecessary formality, but with a dignified approach. Next time, I might clarify the details online, but overall, we were satisfied.
Excellent service during a difficult time: professional, personable, and calm. The staff helped with all the paperwork and offered advice on how to best organize the funeral. I recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and discreet service.
Useful information for Ķengarags residents
Registration of the death takes place at the Riga registry office — our agent will prepare the documents and register the death certificate on your behalf. We submit the VSAA funeral allowance electronically; its amount depends on the deceased's social insurance status. For residents registered in Riga, a burial plot is provided free of charge at certain municipal cemeteries.
Many Russian-speaking residents live in Ķengarags, so our specialists advise in both Latvian and Russian, and all information is also available in the Russian version of the site. You may visit the office at Tēraudlietuves iela 3 without an appointment at any time of day.
How quickly can you reach Ķengarags?
Our specialised transport usually reaches Ķengarags within 30–60 minutes of your call depending on traffic. We work around the clock, including weekends and public holidays.
Do you advise in Russian?
Yes, our specialists advise fluently in both Latvian and Russian. All information is also available in the Russian version of the site.
Which cemeteries are nearest to Ķengarags?
Burials are arranged at the nearest cemeteries of the Latgale suburb and Riga. We will help choose a suitable place and check rights to a family burial plot.
How much does arranging a funeral in Ķengarags cost?
From 0 € (the Social plan covered by the VSAA allowance) to bespoke solutions. The Optimal plan with a farewell ceremony starts from 580 €. The estimate is always agreed before work begins.
Do you help obtain the funeral allowance?
Yes, we prepare and submit the documents for the VSAA allowance, and advise on Riga municipality support.
Can you arrange cremation for Ķengarags residents?
Yes, the nearest crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A. We arrange both cremation without a ceremony and with a farewell in the hall.
