Cremation Services
The ritual of cremation has been a common practice of many cultures for centuries. In our society, though not always an option, cremation is steadily becoming more widely understood, chosen and accepted. The reasons for choosing cremation will vary from individual to individual; most are simply making a comfortable, personal choice. As with any funeral arrangements, there are several options available and many people are choosing to include cremation in their at-need and pre-need arrangements.
Ponders Cremation Services
The staff at Ponders can assist you in planning cremations services. As with a traditional funeral, we provide formal facilities for the conduction of services, as well as assistance with the details of the service itself.
Service Options
As with any funeral arrangement, the type and choice of services is left to you and your family. Should you decide on cremation, you may be buried in a traditional service, interred in a mausoleum, columbarium or crypt, or placed in the home of a friend or family member. Choosing a cremation doesn't lessen your service option by any means. Some of the available options are:
- Funeral service prior to cremation with traditional burial
- Funeral service prior to cremation with interment in mausoleum, columbarium or crypt
- Memorial service with viewing and cremation to follow
- Memorial service with cremains present
- Memorial service with interment in mausoleum, columbarium or crypt
- Immediate cremation without memorial service
- Immediate cremation with scattering ceremony
- Immediate cremation with memorial service and scattering ceremony
What about the costs of cremation?
Cremation should not be regarded as a cheaper from of final disposition. Prudent arrangement decisions include considering the type of service to be performed, deciding upon the manner of interment, and selecting and an appropriate urn.
Making your decisions
Because you should feel comfortable with your decision it is recommended that you consult with your clergy, family members or other outside sources for appropriate information as it applies to you own situation. Pre-need and at-need cremation arrangements require much thought and reflection, with consideration given to all aspects of the person's needs, beliefs, and financial situation.
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