As you learn more about end-of-life options, you may be wondering about the different types of cremation. To be clear, the cremation process is the same regardless of what “type” you choose. One body is placed in the chamber at a time. However, there are several funeral service options to consider when choosing this method of disposition.
Traditional Funeral Service Followed by Cremation
Some families prefer to have a visitation or wake as a part of their loved one’s end-of-life services. This public viewing allows family and friends the opportunity to view the body of the deceased one last time. Typically the family pays for a rental casket for the visitation, and the cremation process follows the funeral service.
While this is one of the types of cremation services, it is typically the most expensive. Besides paying for the embalming process and casket rental, the family often has to pay to transfer the body from the funeral home to the church and then back to the cremation chamber. This choice also requires that the services are held quickly after death.
Cremation Followed by Memorial Service at the Funeral Chapel
Some funeral homes offer a cremation followed by a memorial service at the funeral home chapel. Often the cremated remains are present at the memorial service. While this choice is less expensive than a traditional funeral followed by cremation, a more economical and straightforward option is available.
Direct Cremations
While not all funeral professionals may inform family members of this option, direct cremation is today’s most economical and simple end-of-life option. Here’s how direct cremation works.
Following the death of your loved one, the family calls a cremation service provider instead of calling funeral homes in the area. Then, after the family says their goodbyes to their loved one at the place of death, their loved one’s remains are cared for by Smart Cremation staff members.
Smart Cremation follows all local laws and takes care of all of the necessary paperwork so the family can gather together to grieve, share memories of the deceased, and plan funeral services. After the entire process is complete, the cremated remains are returned to the family. At that time, the family has many options.
The family can choose to have a public or private service for their loved one, reflecting their religious beliefs. Some choose to have a service on private property, outdoors, or in a religious setting. Of course, you can also choose to grieve the loss privately without a service.
Families who choose this type of cremation package also have flexible options of final resting places. For example, you can choose burial in a cemetery or entombment in a cremation niche, both choices allowing future generations to visit the resting place. You can also choose to have a scattering ceremony. Of course, this option will enable you to select a convenient time to celebrate the deceased’s life.
Smart Cremation Offers Affordable, Simple Direct Cremation
You have choices. You don’t have to have a traditional service and pay thousands of dollars to a funeral home in your area. Instead, you can choose simple and affordable direct cremation for your loved one with Smart Cremation.
When a death occurs, call Smart Cremation at 844-814-8712.
