Torņakalns is a historic Riga neighbourhood in the Zemgale suburb, in Pārdaugava, known for its railway junction and places of worship. Around 10,000 residents live here. It is convenient for Torņakalns residents that Miķelis Cemetery is located right here in the area. The Riga City Funeral Service provides a full range of funeral services — funeral arrangement, cremation, document handling and transport around the clock. Call +371 2944 9849.
Our office is at Tēraudlietuves iela 3, and our specialised transport reaches any address in Torņakalns — on Vienības gatve, Bāriņu, Altonavas, Valguma or Jelgavas streets — at any time of day.
Funeral home services in Torņakalns
If a death occurs at home in Torņakalns, first call a family doctor or emergency service to certify the death, then call us. We take on all further arrangements:
- transport of the deceased to the morgue at any time of day;
- registration of the death certificate at the registry office;
- applying for the VSAA funeral allowance and advice on municipality support;
- delivery of the coffin, wreaths and funeral accessories;
- arranging a plot at Miķelis Cemetery or another 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 and arranging the preparation of the body 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 Torņakalns residents
Cremation is a modern and practical solution chosen by more and more families. We work with the Riga crematorium at Varoņu iela 3A and provide full support: document handling, transport, a farewell ceremony if desired, and receipt of the urn within the agreed time.
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 Torņakalns: Miķelis Cemetery and others
A great convenience for Torņakalns residents is that Miķelis Cemetery is located within the neighbourhood itself. We will help check rights to an existing family plot at Miķelis Cemetery, or arrange a burial at another Riga cemetery such as Lāčupe, chosen by the family. See the addresses of all Riga cemeteries in the cemeteries section. We provide the farewell ceremony in the cemetery chapel and transport for mourners from Torņakalns.
How much does a funeral in Torņakalns cost
Funeral costs depend on the services chosen but are always fixed in writing before work begins. Three plans are available — Social (0 €, covered by the allowance), Optimal (from 580 €) and Extended (bespoke). During a free consultation we will calculate the exact amount.
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 Torņakalns
The ceremony may take place in a cemetery chapel, the crematorium hall or a place of worship — at the family's choice. We help arrange an Orthodox, Catholic or Lutheran funeral service, or hold a secular farewell ceremony with a professional host. We also take care of transport and the memorial meal.
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 Torņakalns residents
We help with the entire legal and administrative side. Registration of the death certificate, the burial permit and the state allowance application — our agent handles all of it under a power of attorney. The allowance amount depends on the deceased's social insurance. We provide consultations in Latvian and Russian at any time of day.
How quickly can you reach Torņakalns?
Our specialised transport usually reaches Torņakalns within 30–50 minutes of your call. We work around the clock, including weekends and public holidays.
Can you bury at Miķelis Cemetery?
Yes, Miķelis Cemetery is located within Torņakalns itself. We will help check rights to an existing family plot or arrange a burial there or at another Riga cemetery.
How much does arranging a funeral in Torņakalns 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 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?
Yes, the nearest crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A. We arrange cremation without a ceremony or with a farewell in the hall, as well as urn burial.
Do you advise in Russian?
Yes, our specialists advise in both Latvian and Russian. All information is also available in the Russian version of the site.
