1800Monuments.com Headstones Starting From  $3,000 Up
About Us   Contact Us   Blogs    
inquiry@1800Monuments.com Toll: 1-800-742-0496 
Garden Stones
 Categories
 Tips
Name Index
A B C D E F G
H I J K L M N
O P Q R S T U
V W X Y Z
Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 5059 Next   Page:
L A Stone


Details To Know When Choosing Funeral Options

People who are put in charge of handling arrangements for a deceased friend or family member may feel overwhelmed at the many funeral options. It can be very difficult to mourn death while still planning this kind of event. Choices that one makes may reflect culture, desires of the deceased, religion or available budget, among other things.

One option that is available is donating the body to medical science. This may be done with certain parts or the whole body. Usually it is given as a gift to a teaching hospital, medical school or a similar facility. In some cases, the receiving group will cover the cost of transportation and embalming, and still send the ashes back to loved ones when all is said and done. People who choose this often do so in the name of medical research and science.

Direct cremation and cremation can also be done. The former involves the body being taken directly from place of death to crematory. Memorial services are held later in these cases. Regular cremation follows a viewing and formal funeral. Fees for this will vary and there are many choices when it comes to handling the ashes afterward.

Direct burial is a common choice for many cultures. In this case, the body is taken from place of death directly to a cemetery and buried in a basic container. A service of memorial might be held at a later date, if wanted. Outside of donation and cremation, this is the most affordable option that is offered by nearly all funeral homes.

There are several things to consider during the planning process. Always follow the instructions or requests left by the deceased, if any. This is why it is encouraged that individuals plan as much as possible while still alive, so the stress and responsibility is not entirely on friends and family.

Keep budget in mind during planning. Many funeral options can get expensive fast. Transport and handling of body, purchase of casket, and cremation service all adds up. However, one must not break the bank in order to cover the cost of laying a loved on to final rest. Make sure to do research to find out what all is available.


Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 5059 Next   Page:

Copyright © 2014 1800Monuments