The Cremation Process

The Cremation Process

It can be hard to make a big decision about a process you don’t understand. While you may not know the exact details of how a traditional burial works, it is easy to visualize what happens. That’s not necessarily true for the cremation process. Despite how long the practice has been around (some 2,000 years!), […]


Cremation Urns

If you have just started your search for a cremation urn, then you may be surprised by the wide variety of options available. There are truly urns for every taste and budget, from simple wooden boxes to hand-polished marble. The wide variety of selections can be overwhelming, especially if you are deciding at a difficult […]


Prepaid Cremation Cost and Payment Plans

Prepaid cremation plans allow you to pay for cremation before you need it. In addition to the actual cremation, you can pay in advance for other elements, such as a memorial service or celebration of life. Prepaid plans are available for the full range of cremation services. Plans range from simple direct cremation (no service, […]


Sealing Cremation Urns — Creating a Permanent Closure

Whether or not to seal a cremation urn is a personal decision that depends on the type of urn, if it will be displayed or buried, and your unique circumstances. The sealing process is not difficult, but it can be surprisingly emotional. For many people, sealing the urn represents a final step in their loved […]


Green Cremation

For most of us, options for true green cremation are still relatively limited. Never the less, we typically think of as less damaging to the environment than a traditional in-ground burial. Cremation doesn’t require the vast acreage of land needed for cemeteries and doesn’t leave behind some 800,000 gallons of formaldehyde each year. With in-ground […]


Cremation Services: What You Need to Know

For those considering how we would like to have our final remains handled, cremation services have become an increasingly popular option. A recent forecast by the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) anticipates that by 2023 nearly 60% of Americans will choose cremation for their final disposition. A significant factor in the increasing popularity of […]


Cremation FAQs

Deciding on cremation can be difficult and leave you with many questions.  Even if you have already made the decision, you may have uncertainty about the details. To help, we have compiled some of the most common questions our community has asked about cremation in our Cremation FAQs. Our cremation pages also contain a great […]


Word to the Wise Guide to Cremation

Over the past few years, cremation has become an increasingly popular choice when it comes to final disposition. However, deciding if it’s right for you or you loved is not always an easy. The Word to the Wise Guide to Cremation is designed to help you understand the facts, dispel the myths, and provide you with the […]


Cremation and Religion

Understanding the relationship between cremation and religion is an essential step in deciding if cremation services are right for you or your loved one. For many people, spiritual and religious beliefs are a crucial factor in helping determine what disposition method is best. Religious teachings on cremation can evolve in response to societal and environmental […]


Cost of Cremation – Understanding the Prices

Asking how much cremation costs sounds like a straightforward question. Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as it sounds. The actual price of a cremation will depend on where you live and what type of services you choose. Even within your local area, prices vary widely depending on your selected provider. For example, the cost of […]


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