Losing a loved one is never easy, and arranging a fitting farewell while managing grief can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re trying to source a casket, transportation, and other services separately from different providers. A funeral package brings everything together in one booking, at one agreed price, so your family can focus on saying goodbye rather than coordinating logistics.
At Ruby Funeral Services, we offer funeral packages designed to fit different budgets across Lagos, without compromising on dignity or care. Here’s what’s typically included, what it costs, and how to choose the right one for your family.
What’s Included in a Full Funeral Package
A complete funeral package usually combines six core elements:
- Casket — the centerpiece of the service, available in a range of finishes and materials depending on your budget.
- Motor Hearse — a dedicated vehicle to transport the casket from the mortuary to the church, event center, or burial site with dignity.
- Pallbearers — trained bearers who carry the casket during key moments of the service, freeing family members from this physically and emotionally demanding role.
- Brass Band — a traditional feature of many Lagos funerals, providing music that accompanies the procession and reflects the honor given to the departed.
- Wreath Bearers — individuals who carry floral tributes during the procession, a customary part of funeral tradition in Lagos.
- Flower Wreath — the floral arrangement itself, placed on or near the casket as a symbol of respect and remembrance.
If you’re arranging a funeral from abroad, or you’re simply unfamiliar with these traditions, it’s worth knowing that most of these elements — especially the brass band and wreath bearers — are customary rather than optional extras. Families often don’t realize they need to plan for them until close to the day.
How Much Does a Funeral Package Cost in Lagos?
In Lagos, a basic, dignified funeral package ranges between ₦500,000 and ₦1,500,000, while an elaborate, traditional “Owambe” style funeral easily spans ₦5,000,000 to over ₦10,000,000.
The total cost fluctuates wildly depending on the choice between public or private mortuaries, casket quality, cemetery vault tiers, and the scale of the reception.
- Mortuary Storage: Public hospital morgues like LASUTH in Ikeja charge roughly ₦3,000 to ₦8,000 daily, while private facilities like TOS Funeral Home run between ₦5,000 and ₦15,000 daily.
- Caskets: Standard locally crafted caskets range from ₦80,000 to ₦250,000, mid-range pieces cost up to ₦800,000, and premium imported caskets cost between ₦1,000,000 and ₦5,000,000.
- Cemetery Plots: A vault at a local government or suburban cemetery like Atan Cemetery in Yaba costs between ₦100,000 and ₦500,000. Conversely, premium private vaults in highly sought-after locations like Ikoyi Cemetery start at ₦20,000,000
Visit our digital showroom to pick a high quality casket for your departed loved one.
What Affects the Price
A few factors typically move the price up or down:
- Casket type and finish — wood, metal, or ornamental caskets vary significantly in cost.
- Distance and guest count — a longer route or larger gathering may require additional hearse time or coordination.
- Band and bearer numbers — a larger brass band or more wreath bearers adds to the overall cost.
- Additional floral arrangements — beyond the standard wreath, some families request extra floral tributes for the venue.
Being clear on these factors upfront helps avoid surprises later, and helps you choose a package that matches both your budget and the send-off you want to give your loved one.
Funeral Package Checklist
Before you book a funeral package, it helps to have clarity on a few key details:
- Estimated number of guests attending
- Preferred casket type and finish
- Whether a brass band and wreath bearers are wanted, and how many
- Venue(s) and the distance the hearse will need to cover
- Any specific floral requests beyond the standard wreath
- Your budget range, so we can recommend the right tier
- Timeline — how soon the service needs to take place
Having these answers ready before you contact us means we can put together an accurate quote quickly, at a time when you likely have very little bandwidth for back-and-forth.
Why Families Choose Ruby Funeral Services
We’ve supported families across Lagos through some of their hardest days, handling every detail of the funeral package so you don’t have to manage multiple vendors during an already difficult time. From casket selection to the final procession, our team coordinates the full experience with care and professionalism.
Ready to plan a funeral package for your loved one? Message us on WhatsApp for a personalized quote, or reach out to discuss what package best fits your family’s needs.
