Do all funeral homes and cemeteries have a crematory?
No – actually only a small percentage of cremation service providers have their own cremation units.
Can I watch the cremation?
Arrangements can usually be made through the Cremation Authorization Form for relatives or representatives of the deceased to witness the ...
Can I bring my own urn?
Yes — It would be advisable that you discuss this situation with your cremation provider prior to the cremation. The ...
Can a casket be rented instead of a purchased when choosing cremation?
Many funeral homes offer a hardwood ceremonial casket for viewing or funeral services prior to cremation. The ceremonial (or rental) ...
Are there special cremation caskets?
There is a choice of very affordable cremation caskets that are completely combustible. The selection includes options from a plain ...
Is a casket required for cremation?
No. For sanitary reasons, ease of placement and dignity, many cremations require that the deceased be cremated in a combustible, ...
Is embalming necessary for cremation?
No. It is your choice. It may depend on such factors as whether the family selected a service with a ...
Why is refrigeration of the remains necessary?
Due to the irreversible nature of cremation, most states require a waiting period before the actual process may begin. Refrigeration ...
Is it true that the bones are crushed after cremation? I’ve heard you don’t get ashes back – what do you get?
A complete cremation is a two-step process. Firstly, the actual exposure of the deceased to several hours of intense heat ...
Is any other preparation required prior to cremation?
It is essential that pacemakers and other medical devices be removed prior to cremation. They may explode when subjected to ...
