How people treat their deceased family members has shifted over the years. In the past, cemeteries were treated as the de facto option for laying them to rest and visiting them in the coming years. Now, the cremation rate is over 20 percent higher than the rate of burials. Cremations involve breaking down the human […]
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How to Talk to Your Family About Your Cremation Plans
Death comes for us all, and it’s a very bitter pill to swallow. Unfortunately, when a loved one dies and memorial preparations are not made ahead of time, the remaining family not only grieves the loss but is also forced to bear the emotional and financial burden of preparing for the funeral in the days […]
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How Do Companion Urns Work and Are They Right for You?
If you want to be with your loved one after death, consider companion urns. Learn all you need to know about this urn type here. Cremation is slowly becoming an increasingly popular choice for many people and, in fact, more than half of the population in the United States wants to be cremated. In comparison to a […]
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How to Divide Ashes After Cremation
If you want to split a loved one’s ashes with family members, how do you divide ashes after cremation? Learn the answer here. CNN reports that in 2015 cremation became the preferred choice among Americans for what to do with their remains after death. Since then, cremations have only become more popular. But, cremation isn’t the […]
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A Brief Guide to the History of Cremation
Death and burial rituals have been around for centuries and are essential to many cultures. From Tibetan sky burials to Ghana’s fantasy coffins, burial rituals are full of interesting details highlighting what’s important to a community. In the United States, cremation is increasing in popularity. However, cremation isn’t something that was recently invented. Cremation has been […]
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How to Scatter Ashes Effectively and Respectfully
Say goodbye the right way. Over 50% of Americans who died in 2020 opted to have their bodies cremated, and roughly 80% will choose cremation by 2040. You can do many different things with your loved one’s ashes or cremains. There’s no need to rush anything. Study how to scatter ashes and then come to […]
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