My name is Evan, and I am a funeral director at a busy funeral home in the Midwestern United States. I have found that many loved ones want to personalize the funeral experience, but they simply don't know how. I am going to outline some ways that you can make a funeral unique to the person you are celebrating. From dramatic readings to favorite music to decorated caskets, the only limit is your imagination when it comes to planning the perfect funeral. I hope your mind will be open to the possibilities the next time you are in the unfortunate situation of having to plan a funeral.
Add Unique Touches to a Funeral
2 Cremation Myths Debunked
Christina Clarke
Cremation has been booming, and it's expected to rise to about 78% of all dispositions by 2040. However, even with the increasing popularity, there have still been many taboos and stereotypes about cremation. By distinguishing myths from facts, you are in a better position to make sound decisions on whether cremation is proper for you. Discover some cremation myths to avoid.
1. You Can't Hold a Funeral with Cremation
Some individuals believe that they can't hold a traditional funeral for their loved ones if they opt for cremation, but that couldn't be further from reality. You can still stage a funeral for the deceased first and plan accordingly to ensure a seamless process. Some tips when holding a traditional funeral for a person being cremated include:
Identify a Reliable Funeral Home
Not all funeral homes can assist you in planning a funeral for the deceased who is to be cremated. Some only offer direct cremation services, which don't involve funeral services. Ensure that the funeral home you choose is willing to accommodate your funeral plans.
Decide Where You Want To Hold the Funeral Service
You may hold a memorial service at your place of worship, the funeral home, or the deceased home. Pick a central location, convenient for family and friends who wish to attend.
Plan for Cremation to Take Place Immediately After Funeral
Work with the cremation experts to have the deceased cremated a short moment after the funeral. Depending on how long the funeral service will take, it could be on the same day or some days after.
2. You Can Get Someone Else's Remains
One reason why individuals are skeptical about cremation services is the misconception that people's ashes get mixed up after cremation, especially with the rising demand for cremation services. But this is not possible with today's technology and the lengths that crematories go to ensure different people's ashes don't come close to each other.
Crematories handle one body at a time and use a metal plate to differentiate the coffins. They double-check the identities before commencing the cremation process. Once they are done, they carefully gather the remains and put them in specific containers with an identity tag. As such, you can trust that your loved one's ashes will not come into contact with another person's remains.
It's natural to worry about what will happen to your loved one's body during cremation. You may also feel like you are not giving your loved one a proper send-off by choosing cremation, primarily due to the numerous myths behind the process. Nonetheless, you only need to select a reliable funeral home to ensure the cremation goes off without any hitch and you get enough time to grieve with family and friends.
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