Cremation funeral service guides you through the final process which is cremating the body of your loved ones. You must be wondering how the cremation process works, so here’s a guide on what you should expect during the process of cremating.
Identification, Authorization of procedures & Preparation of Deceased Body
In order for the cremation process to take place, identifying the deceased body comes first. This would involve the family members to identify the body of their loved ones who’ve passed on. Upon confirmation, an ID tag would be placed on the body throughout the whole cremation process.
The next step would be authorizing the procedures. Crematory would only be able to move forward once they have an official permission. This involves a family member who’s making the final arrangements to complete paperwork that authorizes the crematory to proceed.
Once authorizing procedures are completed, we’ll then move to the preparation of the deceased body. This is where cremation funeral service will bring you on cleaning and dressing the body of your loved ones. Introducing to you our embalming facilities, we use the highest quality equipment, high grades for preservation and we also take the cleanliness of the embalming room seriously.
With our cremation funeral service, we have professional freelance embalmers who’ll be highly responsible throughout the embalming process and the preparation of the deceased bodies. We also provide separate rooms for the families who wish to shower their loved ones. Afterall, the deceased body would be ready to be placed into a coffin.
Cremation Funeral Process
On the funeral day, the deceased body will leave to the crematorium for cremation. Upon reaching the crematorium hall the coffin will be brought in and placed in front for all to see. A cremation funeral service will last about 30 minutes before the actual cremation process takes place. During the service, it could include hymns or musical pieces and also it might include prayers and poems too. Once done, the family would have their final goodbye before the deceased body will be sent off for cremation.
Any cremation that takes place before 12 noon, the remains can be collected on the same day whereas cremation after 12 noon, you will only be able to collect the remains the next following day. Cremating a body usually takes around 2-3 hours. Here then, the ashes would be placed inside a container to be given back to the family or you could purchase an urn beforehand. Usually crematoriums would be able to return a loved one’s ashes one working day after the cremation.
On the other hand, the most traditional option is burial. Also known as internment, this is when the body is placed into the ground, usually within a casket and vault.
However, modern burial practices vary greatly from older generations. Most notably, bodies today are likely to be embalmed. Embalming is preserving human remains by treating the body with chemicals that slow down the process of decomposition. While this doesn’t stop the decay, it does allow the family to view the body in a more lifelike state during a funeral or viewing.
Popular choice of Burial
Burial remains a popular choice for many reasons, but it’s mostly because this is a comfortable, familiar option. It also means the family always has a place to return to feel close to the deceased, typically a cemetery. Families also have a lot of opportunities to make decisions about the headstone, type of casket, and so on.
Difference between Cremation and Burial
The difference between Cremation and Burial lies in the method. Cremation involves burning the body, leaving behind ash and bone minerals. On the other hand, burial is when the body is buried underground, allowing it to return to nature.
Another important distinction is the type of products used for both cremation and burial. For a cremation, a family buy:
Cremation casket: This is used to hold the body during the cremation process. It’s typically a wood coffin that is burned with the body.
Urn: The family might also choose an urn to hold the ashes after the cremation.
On the other hand, families typically buy the following for a burial:
Casket: A casket, also known as a coffin, is a type of container that holds the deceased. These are commonly made from wood or eco-friendly materials like bamboo.
Burial vault: A burial vault is required by many cemeteries, and it’s a vault that holds the casket underground. This prevents the ground above the casket from sinking over time.
Cemetery plot: The family must also purchase a final resting place for their loved one unless they’re being buried on family land. A cemetery plot can be costly, and it comes with long-term fees to keep the cemetery operational.
Headstone: Lastly, it’s common to place a headstone or marker over the grave of the dead to mark the location. These typically have the name, birthdate and death date, to honour the deceased.
With this in mind, it’s easy to see why there is a vast difference in price between cremations and burials. Your decision ultimately depends on your personal comfort level, budget, and beliefs.
Returning the Ashes to the Funeral Home
Following a cremation, the ashes of your loved one are returned to the funeral home within 2-3 days and can remain for a period until a decision is made regarding their final resting place. Whether it’s scattering, interring in a cemetery, or keeping them at home, we are happy to assist you through the process.
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