Absolutely! Here's a comprehensive overview of Muslim Funeral Services, which are deeply rooted in Islamic law (Shariah).

Here's a practical  step-by-step guide for a Muslim funeral service in Singapore , covering both religious rites and local requirements:

Step 1: Immediate Actions After Death

1. Pronouncement of Death

   • If in a hospital, the staff will officially declare the death.

   • If at home, contact a doctor to certify the death.

2. Notification

   • Inform close family members.

   • Contact a Muslim funeral service provider (most mosques in Singapore have a list).

Step 2: Handling the Body

1. Washing (Ghusl)

   • Performed by trained same-gender volunteers or family members

   • Typically washed 3 times with water and soap; perfumes lightly applied.

2. Shrouding (Kafan)

   • Men: wrapped in 3 plain white sheets.

   • Women: wrapped in 5 white sheets, ensuring modesty.

3. Storage Before Burial

   • Body is kept in a cool environment if burial is delayed

   • In Singapore, bodies are often temporarily kept at the mosque mortuary or funeral home.

Step 3: Funeral Prayer (Salat al-Janazah)

• Usually held at a mosque or a cemetery prayer hall.

• Community attendance is encouraged.

• Prayer is recited while standing; no prostration is required.

Step 4: Burial

1. Timing

   • Burial should occur as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours.

2. Cemetery Options in Singapore

   • Choa Chu Kang Muslim Cemetery

   • Pusara Aman Muslim Cemetery

   • Yusof Ishak Mosque Cemetery (limited)

   • Private Muslim cemeteries managed by mosques.

3. Grave Orientation & Procedure

   • Body placed on the right side facing Qibla (Mecca).

   • Burial is simple; elaborate tombs are discouraged.

Step 5: Mourning and Support

• Immediate family: 3-day mourning period.

• Widows: Iddah period (about 4months, 10 days).

• Community Support: Family and friends often provide food, comfort, and help with burial rituals.

Step 6: Additional Practices

• Charity (Sadaqah): Sometimes given in memory of the deceased.

• Quran Recitation: Families may recite verses for blessings.

• Funeral Home Services: Many provide body transport, washing, shrouding, and paperwork assistance.

Step 7: Legal & Administrative Matters

1. Death Certificate: Obtain from hospital or doctor.

2. Permit for Burial: Required for cemetery authorities.

3. Funeral Coordination: Some mosques provide volunteers to help arrange transport, prayer, and burial.

Tips for Singapore Context

• Plan ahead with a mosque or licensed Muslim funeral home.

• Respect the Short timeline for burial (Within 24 hours if possible).

• Coordinate with the cemetery for grave orientation and available plots.

• Ensure family knows Shariah-compliant washing and shrouding procedures.