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Irish Association of Funeral Directors (IAFD)The Irish Association of Funeral Directors (IAFD) was established in 1979 to promote excellence in funera...

Publish a Death NoticeTo publish a death notice on RIP.ie, simply ask your funeral director to do so. This is a free service for bereaved families, an...

Funeral Mass & Service Readings & FormatsA collection of readings and formats—both religious and non-religious—commonly used in funeral servic...

Poems & VerseA collection of poems and verses, popular in remembering loved ones.Whether you're planning a funeral, writing a tribute, or simply s...

How to Write a Memorable EulogyIf you’ve been asked to write a eulogy, you may feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. It’s a deeply personal task,...

Purchasing a HeadstoneChoosing a headstone is a deeply personal decision and an important part of honouring a loved one’s memory. This guide outlines ...

Publish a Death Notice for a Funeral AbroadIf a loved one dies abroad and no Irish-based funeral director is involved, RIP.ie can still publish the de...

A Practical Guide from RIP.ieWhether a death is anticipated or unexpected, it is a very difficult time for those close to the deceased. It is also a t...

Certain customs and traditions surround death in Ireland. Here you can read about Irish Wakes.The Irish WakeThe Irish Wake is perhaps one of the best-...

When someone dies, even the smallest decisions can feel overwhelming. Figuring out what to wear to the funeral is one of them. While tradition still h...

Estimating how many people will attend a funeral or wake is one of the trickiest parts of planning. You might second-guess everything, from how well-k...

When someone you love dies, planning a wake can feel like one more impossible task. Did they want a wake? Should it be an open or closed casket? Will ...