Typical final disposition methods include an expensive casket, elaborate funeral flowers, preparation of the body, embalming procedures, a grave for burial services, or an urn and niche combo for cremation services. Because of these accouterments’ high prices, people opt to pare down with a more savvy option called the green burial, which requires fewer resources. […]
If you are wondering if family members and guests can wait while the grave is being filled during the burial services, the answer to this question is that it is possible. Customs do vary widely depending on geographical considerations. When guests want to be present when the casket is lowered into the grave then filled with [...]
When the cremation services are over, you can choose to place the urn in your home, scatter the remains in a meaningful place, or place them in a columbarium. Burying the cremation remains, sometimes called ashes, in a cemetery or another location is also a common practice. The short answer is, yes, you can bury the urn. However, this [...]
Contrary to what most people think, cremation is not a modern invention. Since ancient times, people have been using direct cremation as the final disposition method. This decision, however, is usually based on religion. Your faith is a huge determining variable when you are considering between cremation or burial services for yourself or your loved [...]
If the deceased is a close friend or beloved family member, the answer is pretty obvious. Without an iota of doubt, it would be best if you attend. That is always the right and supportive move to do. Aside from offering support to the bereaved family members, it is your last chance to say farewell [...]
