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Hakka funeral services in Singapore

Hakka traditions lean toward the simple and the dignified. We honour them with the same care as any rite.

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The Hakka tradition, simple and dignified

Hakka funeral traditions tend toward the simple, the frugal and the dignified, reflecting values the Hakka community has long held. The Taoist rites are conducted with full care but without excess, and the wake commonly runs three, five or seven days as the family wishes.

Taoist priests lead the chanting and the merit rituals (功德), and joss paper and paper effigies are prepared and burned so the departed is provided for. The offerings and the order of the rites follow the Hakka custom, which we always confirm with the family before the wake is set up.

A dignified farewell does not have to be an elaborate one. We arrange the Hakka rites faithfully and with restraint, so the send-off feels true to your family.

How we honour the Hakka rites

  • Taoist priests for the Hakka rites, across the days of the wake
  • A dignified, restrained altar with the offerings the tradition calls for
  • The merit rituals (功德) and chanting, conducted with care
  • Joss paper and paper effigies prepared and burned for the journey ahead
  • Mourning garments and customs set out by relation
  • Cremation at Mandai and the collection and placement of the ashes
Common questions

Hakka funerals, answered

How is a Hakka funeral different from other dialects?

Hakka funeral traditions lean toward the simple, frugal and dignified. The Taoist rites are conducted in full but without excess, reflecting long-held Hakka values, and the offerings follow Hakka custom.

How many days is a Hakka Taoist wake?

A Hakka wake commonly runs three, five or seven days, guided by family custom and the timing of the cremation slot.

How much does a Hakka funeral cost in Singapore?

Our Taoist funeral package starts from $8,888 nett for three days, fully itemised, covering the Hakka rites, Taoist priests, offerings and the full wake. See our Taoist package for the breakdown.

Do you arrange Hakka funerals across Singapore?

Yes. We arrange Hakka Taoist funerals at HDB void decks, funeral parlours and private homes across Singapore, 24 hours a day.

Other dialect traditions

Every dialect, its own way

We arrange Taoist funerals for every dialect group, each to its own customs. See how we honour the others, or read the full overview.

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