The Benefits of Choosing Cremation
When Grief is Complicated
May 1, 2018
The Many Kinds of Urns Options
May 14, 2018
If a loved one passes without leaving behind the kind of arrangements that they would prefer for their remains, it will fall to the family to make the right choices. One of the first things to consider is whether to turn to traditional burial or cremation. Both are good options, of course, which is why it can be difficult to decide which one is right for your loved one. These days, more and more people are turning to cremation. There are number of reasons why this is becoming a popular option.
Less Expensive
Traditional burial can be very expensive. It requires purchasing a casket as well as paying fees for embalming, and buying a plot of land for the actual burial. For cremation, the costs are much less. Cremation does not require embalming or a casket, with the only expenses coming from the process itself and the purchase of an urn, if this is something you want. Most containers will do when it comes to transporting ashes, and no funeral home or crematorium can force you to purchase an urn from them.
Better for the Environment
Another thing to consider when deciding between cremation or burial is the impact on the environment. A burial can mean purchasing a casket that has metal parts in it, which will not degrade, leaving remnants in the earth. The embalming fluid also seeps into the ground, which can be harmful to the environment. For people who are concerned with this, cremation is the right choice. There is even bio-cremation, which allows for the breakdown of the body using water instead of fire. Ask a Dale City, VA cremation expert about this option.
Allows for More Planning Freedom
Another benefit that cremation can provide is that it allows you to plan the service that you want. People always rush when it comes to traditional burial because there is a need to get the body in the ground, but with cremation, this is not an issue. Most people have the body cremated first and then plan the funeral service without having to rush. This can allow you to provide exactly what your loved one would have wanted. You can bring the ashes right into the service and have a special memorial just as you would with a casket. For people who are already stressed, this option can relieve some of the worst of it after a death.
By keeping these things in mind, you can make the right choice between burial and cremation by doing as much research as you can about the processes. Take into consideration cost as well as what is best for the environment if this is a concern for you or your family. Cremation can really be a great option and arranging a memorial service after the cremation can be easier for the family when dealing with grief. To get started, contact Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service at 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. Richmond, VA 23234. Call 804-275-7828 for more information.
