Vecmīlgrāvis is a Riga neighbourhood in the Northern district, in the north of the city by the Daugava and Lake Ķīšezers, home to around 17,000 residents. The Riga City Funeral Service provides Vecmīlgrāvis residents with a full range of funeral services — funeral arrangement, cremation, document handling and transport around the clock. Call +371 2208 4540.
Our office is at Tēraudlietuves iela 3, and our specialised transport reaches any address in Vecmīlgrāvis — on Emmas, Ezera, Meldru, Ceļinieku or Kalngales streets — at any time of day.
Funeral home services in Vecmīlgrāvis
If a death occurs at home in Vecmīlgrāvis, 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 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 and arranging the preparation of the body for the farewell, so relatives do not have to handle formalities themselves.
| Preparation at the morgue | Notes |
|---|
| Washing and dressing | Preparing the body for the farewell |
| Placing in the coffin | Before the farewell ceremony |
| Storage of the body | Until the funeral day, as agreed with the morgue |
| Embalming, cosmetic treatment | At the family’s request |
The range of services and their cost is set by the morgue of the respective hospital — we will confirm them as soon as we know where the deceased is.
Cremation for Vecmīlgrāvis residents
Cremation is becoming increasingly widespread in Riga. The nearest crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A. We offer cremation without a farewell ceremony with the urn handed over within 3–5 working days, cremation with a farewell in the crematorium hall, as well as urn burial at a cemetery or in a columbarium. We handle all documents and transport.
At home/apartment
In a hospital
In a public place
In another city
Call a service representative by phone +371 2208 4540 or submit a request on the website.
Prepare an identity document of the deceased and documents of those who were present.
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 2208 4540 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.
Police officers contact relatives and inform them where the deceased has been taken.
After reporting the death, call a funeral service specialist at +371 2208 4540
Call the service's hotline at +371 2208 4540 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 Vecmīlgrāvis: nearest cemeteries
The nearest for Vecmīlgrāvis residents are Jaunciems Cemetery and Sarkandaugava Cemetery in the northern part of Riga. We also arrange burials at other Riga cemeteries chosen by the family or at an existing plot. We will help check rights to a family plot or obtain a new one at Riga municipal cemeteries. See the addresses of all Riga cemeteries in the cemeteries section. We provide the farewell ceremony in cemetery chapels and transport for mourners from Vecmīlgrāvis.
How much does a funeral in Vecmīlgrāvis cost
We set and fix the price before work begins so the family has no unexpected costs. The Social plan is available for 0 € (covered by the state allowance), the Optimal plan with a ceremony from 580 €, while the Extended is tailored to individual needs. You will receive a precise estimate during a free consultation.
All essential services for cremation
Optimal set of goods and services for cremation
Extended cremation set with farewell in the hall
All essential services for burial
Optimal set of goods and services for burial
Extended burial set with farewell in the hall
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 Vecmīlgrāvis
We adapt the course of the farewell ceremony to the family's wishes and the deceased's faith. We hold it in a chapel, the crematorium hall or a church, providing a ceremony host, musicians and floristry. We offer the service in Latvian and Russian, and also arrange transport and a memorial lunch.
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 Vecmīlgrāvis residents
Our task is to take the bureaucratic burden off the family's shoulders. We prepare and submit all the necessary documents, including the VSAA funeral allowance application, and inform you about additional municipality support. Residents registered in Riga may receive a free plot at certain municipal cemeteries.
Funeral services in other Riga neighbourhoods
How quickly can you reach Vecmīlgrāvis?
Our specialised transport usually reaches Vecmīlgrāvis within 40–60 minutes of your call depending on traffic. We work around the clock, including weekends and public holidays.
Which cemeteries are nearest to Vecmīlgrāvis?
The nearest are Jaunciems Cemetery and Sarkandaugava Cemetery. We also arrange burials at other Riga cemeteries or an existing family plot — we will help choose.
How much does arranging a funeral in Vecmīlgrāvis 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.
Nearby cemeteries and morgues: addresses and pages
Below are the cemeteries and morgues this page refers to. Each has its own page with the address, opening hours, directions and procedure. The full list of Riga cemeteries with their status is on Cemeteries in Riga.
