Traditional burial urns can seem boring. They are similar in shape to designs that have existed for a long time. They are typically made of materials that are meant to last, steel, aluminum, brass, wood and ceramic, to name a few. But that doesn't ha . . . Read More »
Pet cremation is economical. Burial can be expensive. While the laws in some communities may allow you to bury your pet in your own backyard, other states require you to bury your pet in an official pet cemetery, which often doesn’t come cheaply. Pet . . . Read More »
A personalized cremation urn—with a name, dates, and artwork—can add meaning and bring comfort. Sometimes just a simple message like "In Loving Memory" and his / her name can be enough to pay tribute to a life special to you. Other times, families ha . . . Read More »
How is cremation on the environment? It's an important question and one a lot of people ask. But the answer is more complex that most think. . . . Read More »
The reasons to choose cremation are usually personal, though in some cultures it is the preferred choice. In the United States more and more people are choosing cremation. Currently, about 54% of people choose to be cremated. That percentage is expec . . . Read More »
Urn styles and themes are almost limitless. Whether or not a design is appropriate is defined more by the deceased's wishes, or, if those aren't known, their personality and likes, interests and passions. . . . Read More »
How to choose an urn for a memorial service and beyond? There are many things to consider, including: where is the urn to be displayed (if at all), what was the individual like in life and what would they appreciate? . . . Read More »
The Bible contains no specific direction on the practice of cremation. There is no Bible command regarding either burial or cremation of the dead. Generally, there are no explicit verses in the bible that promote or denounce the act of cremation. Ho . . . Read More »
Religious views have changed a lot over the past 40 years and some of those views is helping to increase the popularity of cremation. Burial in the earth was the norm in the Unites States, however, now more that 50% of people are choosing cremation. . . . Read More »
Cremation urns come in all price ranges, so the first step is to know what you'd like to budget. If your budget is modest (up to $100), there are many high quality urns in the $45 - $100 range. You may even be able to find sale items that are being s . . . Read More »
Choosing a cremation urn is tough. There are many questions you'll have about the whole subject, and there are many more you may not even think to ask. . . . Read More »
What options are available for final disposition of the body? Cremation has become more popular than "traditional" burial in the US. Traditional Burial is still a common method for final disposition of the body. Traditional burial generally involves . . . Read More »
Cremation has been gaining in popularity for a long while. In the United States the rate of cremations to burials evened out in 2016—and cremation became the more popular choice in the years since. With COVID-19 the trend has become more apparent. Th . . . Read More »
The pro-cremation movement of the nineteenth century battled religious tradition and wasn't considered nearly as often as a viable solution. While cremation is a common form of bodily disposal now, it was taboo in the nineteenth century. Despite crem . . . Read More »
There are a wide variety of urns available and the choices can be overwhelming, but filled with possibility and challenges.Finding an urn that perfectly matches your memorial service needs to commemorate yourself or a loved one. The challenge of wadi . . . Read More »
There are several key things to consider before purchasing an urn. Some people prefer to have their ashes scattered while others have a special resting place designated in advance. This basic understanding will guide you in your selection of an urn. . . . Read More »
