Although cremation is now America’s top choice in disposition, direct cremation is still a new concept to many. The actual cremation process is the same – the decedent’s remains are taken to a crematory and reduced to ashes through the use of intense heat. Other than the disposition method itself, you may have questions about …
Some of the toughest decisions in life are final disposition decisions – what we decide to do with our loved one’s remains after they have passed away. Cremation has made this decision easier, and more than half of Americans now prefer the cremation process over other final disposition options. Among families who opt for cremation, …
Cremation Concerns? Answering the Tough Questions About Direct Cremation Services Read More »
The way Americans view death-related ceremonies has changed. 50 years ago, less than 10 percent of people chose cremation for their disposition, and 10 years ago, funeral and burial services were still the most popular disposition option. In 2015, though, cremation became the number one disposition choice for Americans, and it’s only gaining in popularity. …
In some parts of the world, cremations have been around as long as disposition itself. Relatively speaking, direct cremation is a newer practice, but that doesn’t make it “new.” It’s been almost 140 years since the first direct cremation was performed, and the process has only been perfected in the decades since. Today, direct cremation …
When was the last time you talked about death with your family? Probably not recently, most likely. Only around 25 percent of people have had the disposition conversation with their loved ones, but research shows that death is worth talking about. Informing family members about disposition preferences means they don’t have to make the difficult …
How to Have the Cremation Conversation with Your Family Read More »
As funeral costs have risen over the decades, families have responded by preplanning and prepaying those expenses ahead of time. This approach is also available for cremation services, which can also be paid well in advance. There are several benefits of prepaying for cremation services, which we’ll address in a bit. But first, it’s worth …
The Benefits of Prepaying for Cremation Services Read More »
So, you’ve chosen direct cremation for your final disposition. You’re not alone – cremation is now the number one disposition choice among Americans. Now that you’ve made your decision, there are questions to answer and information you’ll need to put together. Let’s take a deeper look at everything you’ll need to ensure your cremation wishes …
Direct cremation is simple and inexpensive to arrange, but like other disposition options, some paperwork is required before it can be carried out in Florida. Most of these forms are easy to access and easy to fill out, but direct cremation services can make it even easier on families. They can help attain these forms …
What Paperwork is Needed for Direct Cremation in Florida? Read More »
Four Reasons Why Orlando is One of the Country’s Cremation Capitals Florida has long been one of the country’s foremost adopters of cremation. Since cremation began its rapid rise in popularity following the turn of the millennium, Florida residents have opted for cremation to a greater degree than almost every other state. In Florida, Orlando …
Cremation is the top disposition option for Americans, and different types of cremation services are popping up to meet demand. One option is direct cremation, and it’s quickly becoming a popular choice for many families. Direct cremation is different than traditional cremation in several ways. We’ll go into what those differences are, but the important …