Families of veterans are often aware of some of the funeral benefits that are available to veterans, including an American flag, burial funds, and military graveside rites. Those who choose to be cremated may not know that their ashes can be scattered at sea free of charge by the United States Navy. In order to…

For many people, the scattering of ashes is a solemn event that provides closure just as a traditional burial does. Many people do not realize that there are several different cremation ash-scattering methods available that allow them to easily personalize this experience in order to commemorate their loved one in a unique and special way.…

The family of a deceased loved one is left with many decisions to make. Many people are making the choice to have their loved ones cremated. Cremation offers several advantages over traditional burial, one of which is a lower cost. Many different factors help contribute to the low cost of cremation services. Transportation The transportation…

The National Cemetery Administration is overseen by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. This agency is responsible for maintaining more than 130 national gravesites in 39 different states as well as the territory of Puerto Rico. While these gravesites have typically received only intact remains, many of them are now expanding to include cremated ashes. In…

Families that experience the loss of philanthropically minded loved ones may want to consider using whole-body donation and cremation services. These services offer an opportunity to honor the person’s memory, help others and reduce end-of-life associated costs. For those not familiar with it, whole-body donation is a program that is designed to assist medical professionals…

When you lose a loved one, there are many decisions to be made quickly and definitively. Understanding your options for choosing cremation urns may help make the process a little easier. The first consideration is whether the urn will be displayed, buried, or used temporarily to transport the cremains for scattering. If you wish to…

Burying your loved one shouldn’t be difficult on your finances. For anyone experiencing difficulty with the expenses associated with cremation planning, several options exist that may help you defray the costs. The city or county office has cremation assistance for struggling families. Ask to speak to a representative about cremation assistance and how to apply.…

Planning a memorial service for a loved one can be stressful, and sometimes the anxiety is compounded whenever cremation is chosen. If you’re in this situation, you may be wondering how to break the news to other family members who may be opposed to the idea. The following suggestions will help you discuss cremation plans…

Part of cremation planning involves considering where to put the deceased’s remains, which are known as cremains. Because cremains are inert and pose no hazards, you do not have to rush into a decision right away. In fact, you can postpone the final decision so that you can evaluate all the possibilities and choose the…

Today many people are beginning to understanding all the advantages that cremation offers them for end-of-life planning. Each year more people are choosing cremation over a traditional burial. Currently in some states such as Arizona, Hawaii, and Oregon, more than half of all burials are cremations. Cremation is cost effective Depending on the funeral arrangements…