Our Services
Complete Funeral Arrangements
We serve everyone’s needs and stand by our promise to make this final journey of your loved ones a memorable one. Check out our various products and services ranging from floral arrangements to caskets and funeral hearses.
Caskets
A casket burial is a traditional type of burial with many options.
A casket is a specially designed box used to hold the remains of the deceased. It is a rectangular shaped container with four sides and a lid on hinges. Rails that are used as handles when moving the casket are placed along each side of the casket. Caskets can be used for both burials and cremations depending upon the type.
Caskets are commonly distinguished and categorized by the material used to construct them. The two groups being metal and wooden caskets. Within each group, different types of that material may be used such as stainless steel, oak or mahogany. Caskets are lined with a cloth interior to create a soft and relaxing place for the deceased to rest
We supply caskets in a variety of styles and finishes, but we have provided a brief description of some of the caskets available for your selection.
Hearse & Family Transportation
At Oakley’s our fleet of hearses consists of Escalade, GMC, Suburban to include chariots that are available to transport your loved one to the church and place of burial.
Mourners Car
A mourner car is used to transport relatives and friends to and from the chapel, house of worship, cemetery or crematorium.
While some families prefer to arrange their own transportation. We can arrange everything from stretch limousines, SUVs, minivans to coaster bus with our trusted service providers.
Cremation
Cremation has become a popular option for many families because it is so flexible. It gives them the option of having a traditional funeral service or memorial service before or after the cremation of their loved one’s remains.
At Oakley’s Funeral Services, all customers who choose cremation will receive their loved one’s ashes in a handcrafted urn. We also have a wide selection of ornate memorial urns if family members want something extra special.
The family can decide for themselves whether they would like to bury the urn, scatter the ashes and dispose of the urn or have a keepsake urn
Accommodations
Our mission is to identify and provide the best solutions for families.
We create tailor-made solutions for visitors arriving from outside Kingston who need comfortable accommodation for their time away.
We work daily to ensure that guests find their “home away from home”.
We provide them with services and facilities of the highest standards and respect their privacy and relaxation.
Our properties are as follows:
- 1 Bedroom: Brompton Road
- 1 Bedroom: Waterloo Road, Kingston
- 2 Bedrooms: Marley Road
Printed Materials & Accessories
We are committed to providing you with a comprehensive service. We have a wide range of designs and paper types so you can choose something that truly represents your loved one. From banners, buttons, programs, bookmarks and prayer cards.
We understand each family needs are unique; therefore we offer personalized/customized (choose which works better for you) services. Our graphic designer will work closely with you to bring your vision to reality.
Additional Services
We go the extra mile in ensuring our client’s needs are met upon their request. We provide customized services to include but not limited to:
- Multimedia Service
- LIVE Streaming
- Motorcade Escort
- Venue Decoration
- Souvenirs
- Nine Night and Marching Bands
- Headstones
GENERAL F.A.Q.
Most definitely we are! Oakley’s Funeral Services is a registered Funeral Service with the Companies Office of Jamaica. Our business can be validated via their website @ www.orcjamaica.com
Yes we do. At Oakley’s we provide 24 Hour island-wide service.
Yes, we do. Our facility has a chapel. We also assist families in finding another chapel to hold the funeral service for their loved one if our chapel is not available.
Yes, we ship and receive human remains to and from Canada, the United States, United Kingdom and the Caribbean. A team member is available to guide you through the process if desired.
FUNERAL PLANNING F.A.Q.
The death of a loved one can leave one feeling confused, alone, and unsure of what to do or where to turn. A funeral, memorial service or thanksgiving offers family and friends the opportunity to say goodbye to a loved one and clear the way for the healing process.
At Oakley’s Funeral Services, our experienced team of professionals is ready to answer your questions and offer advice during this difficult time. Here are some of the most common questions families ask and the answers we provide to grieving family members as they walk alongside us.
If death occurs at home: immediately upon discovery, notify the police. The police will then have a brief conversation with the family members to determine if the remains can be released to the funeral home of the family’s choice or if they should be sent to the government contracted funeral home.
Note: If the deceased had a known medical condition and was receiving medical treatment within three months prior to death and the police have no interest in the death, a “No Interest Letter” MUST will be issued by the police within 48 hours. This letter should then be taken to the medical facility where the deceased was treated and a medical certificate will be issued allowing the burial of the remains by the doctor who treated the deceased. (Popularly known as “PINK SLIP”).
An authorized representative of the nursing facility, whether the hospital or nursing home, notifies the family or next of kin and the proper authorities immediately when death has occurred. At this point, the family, next of kin or legal representative should contact the funeral home of their choice “Oakley’s Funeral Services” after receiving this information from the nursing facility. On arrival of the funeral director, a brief discussion will be held and the family or next of kin will be advised thereafter.
The Registration (Births and Deaths) Act of Jamaica demands all deaths to be registered within five days. The Register General’s Department (RGD) is required to register all deaths.
By law, a death must be registered in the district where it occurred.
The death certificate is one of the most important legal documents issued by the government. A death certificate can only be obtained after the death has been registered. A death certificate is required:
- As legal proof of death.
- To settle the estate
- To claim benefits such as pension and insurance.
- To serve as proof of dissolution of marriage if you wish to remarry.
The book of Medical Certificate cause of death (MCCD) is provided by the RGD to all Medical Practitioners who need it. The books are pre-numbered and allow the Medical Practitioner to keep the stub after giving the family member the Medical Certificate of cause of death. Once the book is filled out, the RGD collects the stubs.
There are three types of deaths. Natural, Sudden and Violent Death:
- Natural deaths are those where a doctor has visited the deceased regularly within three months and there is no reasonable doubt about the cause of death.
- Sudden deaths are those where the deceased has not been under a doctor’s care for the previous three months and/or the cause of death is suspected to be the fault of another person.
- Violent deaths are those that occurred under violent circumstances, such as stabbing, shooting or suicide.
Losing a loved one can be challenging both emotionally and financially. The National Insurance Scheme offers its contributors, pensioners and their spouses a Funeral Grant. This grant is available to anyone who pays funeral expenses.
All persons between the ages of 18 and 70 who earn an income are required to be registered with the N.I.S. and make contributions.
WHO QUALIFIES? N.I.S. pensioner or spouse N.I.S. contributor or spouse
Minimum Contribution Required (One of the following) ; 10 Weeks in each year the deceased worked. 26 contributions in the year before death 52 contributions in the 2 years before death
HOW TO ACCESS THE BENEFIT? Complete a funeral grant application, available at all N.I.S. parish offices Online forms. Submit the required documents Proof of Death (one of the following). Death Certificate of the deceased Burial order of the deceased Medical Certificate – Cause of Death