The idea that cremation might interfere with God’s ability to resurrect the body was refuted as early as the 2nd-century Octavius of Minucius Felix, in which he said: “Every body, whether it is dried up into dust, or is dissolved into moisture, or is compressed into ashes, or is attenuated into smoke, is withdrawn from us, but it is reserved for God in the custody of the elements. Nor, as you believe, do we fear any loss from sepulture, but we adopt the ancient and better custom of burying in the earth.”[85] And while there was a clear preference for burial, there was no general Church law forbidding cremation until 1866. Even in Medieval Europe, cremation was practiced in situations where there were multitudes of corpses simultaneously present, such as after a battle, after a pestilence or famine, and where there was an imminent fear of diseases spreading from the corpses, since individual burials with digging graves would take too long and body decomposition would begin before all the corpses had been interred.
Cremated remains can be kept in an urn, stored in a special memorial building (columbarium), buried in the ground at many locations or sprinkled on a special field, mountain, or in the sea. In addition, there are several services in which the cremated remains will be scattered in a variety of ways and locations. Some examples are via a helium balloon, through fireworks, shot from shotgun shells, by boat[63] or scattered from an aeroplane. One service sends a lipstick-tube sized sample of the cremated remains into low earth orbit, where they remain for years (but not permanently) before reentering the atmosphere. Some companies[64] offer a service to turn part of the cremated remains into synthetic diamonds which can then be made into jewelry.[65]
Cremated remains may also be incorporated, with urn and cement, into part of an artificial reef, or they can also be mixed into paint and made into a portrait of the deceased. Some individuals use a very small amount of the remains in tattoo ink, for remembrance portraits. Cremated remains can be scattered in national parks in the United States with a special permit. They can also be scattered on private property with the permission of the owner. A portion of the cremated remains may be retained in a specially designed locket known as cremation jewelry, or even blown into special glass keepsakes[66] and glass orbs.[67] The cremated remains may also be entombed. Most cemeteries will grant permission for burial of cremated remains in occupied cemetery plots that have already been purchased or are in use by the families disposing of the cremated remains without any additional charge or oversight.
Though many people want their cremated remains (or “ashes”) to be scattered in a personally meaningful place, and some families keep ashes at home, more and more people are finding that a designated place in a cemetery is a lasting alternative to help bring healing and lasting remembrance. Cremation cemetery options include in-ground urn burial, mausoleum entombment, cremation niches, cremation benches and pedestals, columbaria and scattering gardens.
After the unexpected death of a family member, we were overwhelmed with the process of laying her to rest. Like anyone on a budget, I started calling around to get prices. It felt like an insensitive thing to do but cremation/burials is a competitive business, and believe me, the costs are startling. But then I called Oviedo’s National Cremation & Burial Society and their direct cremation option were surprisingly affordable – literally thousands less than the other local providers. Our family member made it known she wanted her ashes scattered at sea so a direct cremation worked for us. They… Read More
Corporate and privately-owned funeral entities across the U.S. are acquiring successful independent cremation businesses to dominate a cremation market in a specific area. By eliminating competition, especially those offering lower priced cremation services, eventually it is expected that cremation services in those markets will start to rise again.
Other people view cremation as a way of simplifying their funeral process. These people view a traditional ground burial as an unneeded complication of their funeral process, and thus choose cremation to make their services as simple as possible. Cremation is a more simple disposition method to plan than a burial funeral. This is because with a burial funeral one would have to plan for more transportation services for the body as well as embalming and other body preservation methods. With a burial funeral one will also have to purchase a casket, headstone, grave plot, opening and closing of the grave fee, and mortician fees. Cremation funerals only require planning the transportation of the body to a crematorium, cremation of the body, and a cremation urn.[71]
Traditional cremation, on the other hand, typically refers to a cremation that includes a memorial service or funeral (body is present). Like direct cremation, the cost for the actual cremation costs will be included but the price you are quoted will also include the memorial service or funeral. It is more difficult to come up with a general cost estimate for a traditional cremation because you have many options when it comes to the type of service you have. For example, if you plan to have a funeral along with the cremation, you may be required to purchase embalming.
Although we have been serving the Ocala area with funeral arrangement needs and cremation services for years, we recently opened a new location in the Ocala Timber Ridge area. Our dedication to the residents of Ocala to provide professional, compassionate and dedicated funeral home and cremation services remains unwavering. In fact, with our recent location addition, we have renewed our focus to the families of Ocala by ensuring that you are served with the most comforting Ocala funeral and cremation services when going through this very difficult time for your family.
At Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society of Central & Southwest Florida, we make funeral planning simple & easy®. Whether you need an Orlando, Ocala or Fort Myers area Funeral Home, we have you covered. With our convenient funeral home & cremation locations across the state of Florida and friendly personnel, you can complete your funeral planning online today or call us to escort you through your online purchase. We would also be pleased to meet with you in your home or our office if you would like more personal assistance.
At present there are four crematoria in operation at BIRKENAU, two large ones, I and II, and two smaller ones, III and IV. Those of type I and II consist of 3 parts, i.e.,: (A) the furnace room; (B) the large halls; and (C) the gas chamber. A huge chimney rises from the furnace room around which are grouped nine furnaces, each having four openings. Each opening can take three normal corpses at once and after an hour and a half the bodies are completely burned. This corresponds to a daily capacity of about 2,000 bodies… Crematoria III and IV work on nearly the same principle, but their capacity is only half as large. Thus the total capacity of the four cremating and gassing plants at BIRKENAU amounts to about 6,000 daily.[35]
Starting in the 1960s, cremation has become more common than burial in several countries where the latter is traditional. This has included the United Kingdom (1968), Canada (early 2000s) and Finland (2017). In 2016, it did so in the United States. Factors cited include cheaper costs (especially a factor after the 2008 recession), growth in secular attitudes and declining opposition in some Christian denominations.[40]
Other people view cremation as a way of simplifying their funeral process. These people view a traditional ground burial as an unneeded complication of their funeral process, and thus choose cremation to make their services as simple as possible. Cremation is a more simple disposition method to plan than a burial funeral. This is because with a burial funeral one would have to plan for more transportation services for the body as well as embalming and other body preservation methods. With a burial funeral one will also have to purchase a casket, headstone, grave plot, opening and closing of the grave fee, and mortician fees. Cremation funerals only require planning the transportation of the body to a crematorium, cremation of the body, and a cremation urn.[71]
Not all that remains is bone. There may be melted metal lumps from missed jewellery; casket furniture; dental fillings; and surgical implants, such as hip replacements. Breast implants do not have to be removed before cremation.[62] Some medical devices such as pacemakers may need to be removed before cremation to avoid the risk of explosion. Large items such as titanium hip replacements (which tarnish but do not melt) or casket hinges are usually removed before processing, as they may damage the processor. (If they are missed at first, they must ultimately be removed before processing is complete, as items such as titanium joint replacements are far too durable to be ground.) Implants may be returned to the family, but are more commonly sold as ferrous/non-ferrous scrap metal. After the remains are processed, smaller bits of metal such as tooth fillings, and rings (commonly known as gleanings) are sieved out and may be later interred in common, consecrated ground in a remote area of the cemetery. They may also be sold as precious metal scrap.
The National Funeral Directors Association priced funeral and cremation costs by region in their 2017 General Price List Study. In 2017, the cost of a funeral with burial was highest in the north central region of the country, such as Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, Nebraska, and Kansas. The cost of cremation services was highest in the north east region of the country, such as Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire.
The purpose of this website is to offer an affordable direct cremation service to families in the Orlando area. Compassionate Cremations Inc. is a family owned crematory. Owned and operated by Greg Banfield (licensed funeral director) and Korey Banfield (Licensed Direct Disposer). Our goal is to serve every family with the utmost care and respect during perhaps the hardest times of their lives.
Cremation boxes are available in traditional wood, stone, or metal. There are various styles available as well. From simple, clean lines to embellished boxes to graphics. Many cremation boxes can also be personalized by adding engravings or photographs. Some choose to adorn the cremation box with an important message, quote, or saying that encapsulates the life of your loved one.
Beginning in the Middle Ages, and even more so in the 18th century and later, rationalists and classicists began to advocate cremation again as a statement denying the resurrection and/or the afterlife,[86] although the pro-cremation movement more often than not took care to address and refute theological concerns about cremation in their works.[87] Sentiment within the Catholic Church against cremation became hardened in the face of the association of cremation with "professed enemies of God."[87] When some Masonic groups advocated cremation as a means of rejecting Christian belief in the resurrection, the Holy See forbade Catholics to practise cremation in 1886. The 1917 Code of Canon Law incorporated this ban, but in 1963, recognizing that, in general, cremation was being sought for practical purposes and not as a denial of bodily resurrection, the choice of cremation was permitted in many circumstances.[88][89] The current 1983 Code of Canon Law, states: "The Church earnestly recommends the pious custom of burial be retained; but it does not forbid cremation, unless this is chosen for reasons which are contrary to Christian teaching."[90]
The cost of an urn can also drive up the cost, adding as much as $300 or more to the price you will have to pay. However, you are not required to get an urn. Instead, most funeral homes will place ashes in a plastic bag and then insert it into a thick plastic box. This is all that is required to spread ashes. You can also find affordable urns online for as little as $25 at places such as Walmart.com.
One smart way to set aside money for funeral and burial expenses is a final expense insurance policy, sometimes referred to as burial insurance or funeral insurance. The purpose of these policies is to pay a death benefit – often between $10,000 and $25,000 – for the specific purpose of covering the costs associated with end of life expenses. These typically include funeral expenses, but may be used for anything the family needs – travel costs for family members, unpaid bills, or medical expenses.
Another way to save on funeral costs is the embalming process. The Federal Trade Commission says there are no states that require routine embalming for every death, but there are regulations related to preserving remains prior to burial or cremation, which is more about the length of time between death and disposal to prevent the breakdown of the body.
Our trained experts will help you decide the necessary number of death certificates and provide consultation with any other questions you may have. We pay detailed attention to every aspect of funerary planning to make sure nothing is overlooked. We offer our customers a complete Celebration of Life memorial to honor the departed and allow families to witness an event in which cherish memories are featured. Your Life Celebration Consultant will walk you through every planning detail, so you can focus on family.
At The Neptune Society of Orlando, we know that losing someone you love is never easy. That’s why we aim to reduce the stress that comes along with carrying out the final wishes of loved ones through our cremation services in Orlando. For over 45 years, we’ve been serving the residents of Orlando by helping them say goodbye to their loved ones affordably. Additionally, we assist those looking to plan for the future, with 3 convenient ways to contact us. The staff at Neptune Society are here for you with our professional and peaceful cremation service in Boston.
The cremation rate varies considerably across countries with Japan reporting a 99% cremation rate while Poland reported a rate of 6.7% in 2008. The cremation rate in the United Kingdom has been increasing steadily with the national average rate rising from 34.70% in 1960 to 75.44% in 2015.[128] According to the National Funeral Directors Association the cremation rate in the United States in 2016 was 50.2 percent and this was expected to increase to 63.8 percent by 2025 and 78.8 percent in 2035.[129]
Ashes can be buried, scattered or kept in an urn. The crematory will deliver the remains either in a temporary container or in a permanent container, such as an urn, that you provide. Cemeteries provide several options for interring cremated remains including plots for burial and “niches” in a columbarium. They also offer gardens for scattering. See Cemeteries for more on this. Tiny containers, designed to be worn as jewelry, are also available to hold only a small portion of ashes.
Similar to a funeral home, the cremation provider who performs the direct cremation will be in charge of the entire process – including transporting the body, performing the cremation, returning the cremated remains, and filling out a death certificate. However, with direct cremation, there is typically no embalming nor body preparation – therefore, a viewing or visitation is typically not an option. The fees charged by direct cremation providers are typically much less than a funeral home.
Under the Federal Trade Commission’s Funeral Rule, a funeral home must provide you with a list of all the services offered and the costs associated with each. It helps you make educated decisions about your own end-of-life plans or about services for a loved one. It helps you see exactly how the overall costs of cremation or burial can be affected by each decision you make regarding services.
This direct cremation is just about the cheapest cremation option you have, as it requires the most limited services of a funeral director. In 2 states (Florida and California) ‘direct disposers’ are licensed who do not even have to be licensed funeral directors, and who can operate without the large overhead of a funeral home, thus enabling them to offer discounted direct cremation prices.
Cremation preplanning in Orlando provides peace of mind for you and your family, and removes the financial burden of an unexpected death. By electing to preplan your cremation, you give your family time to properly mourn your loss. Preplanning grants your family an opportunity to celebrate your life, rather than face the confusing choices about your final wishes. Additionally, the costs of cremation and funeral services rise every year. With prepaid cremation, you can lock in today’s price for cremation services in the future. Don’t leave your family or loved ones to deal with financial hardship in an already difficult time when you choose prepaid cremation services from Neptune Society of Orlando.
Remembering your loved one is part of the healing process. In addition to our full-size urn options, you might choose to give or keep a smaller gift of remembrance with beautiful keepsake urns. These small and precious reminders can help provide comfort for families as you honor and remember the one you loved. Choose from unique styles such as a wooden acorn or a handcrafted brass memento in the shape of a heart, rose or songbird.
Cremation urns can be made out of a variety of materials including silver, brass, marble, glass and even plastic. If you plan on keeping the urn indoors, you are flexible to choose any type of material. If the urn will be placed outside, in a vault or in the ground you should choose a durable and waterproof material like stone or metal. For urn burial, there are also biodegradable options.
National Cremation and Burial Society is one of the oldest and largest providers of affordable cremation services in the nation. At National Cremation and Burial Society Oviedo we offer arrangements at the time of death, and pre-arrangements in advance. Our staff is comprised of highly trained and compassionate professionals available 24 hours a day. As a full service funeral home, we are able to assist with traditional burial and cremation arrangements. We have a reception area to accommodate gatherings before, during, and after visitations and services. Choose National Cremation & Burial Society, and hand the responsibility for final arrangements over to us. Let us take care of these arrangements so you can take care of your family
Cremation preplanning in Orlando provides peace of mind for you and your family, and removes the financial burden of an unexpected death. By electing to preplan your cremation, you give your family time to properly mourn your loss. Preplanning grants your family an opportunity to celebrate your life, rather than face the confusing choices about your final wishes. Additionally, the costs of cremation and funeral services rise every year. With prepaid cremation, you can lock in today’s price for cremation services in the future. Don’t leave your family or loved ones to deal with financial hardship in an already difficult time when you choose prepaid cremation services from Neptune Society of Orlando.
At Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society of Central & Southwest Florida, we make funeral planning simple & easy®. Whether you need an Orlando, Ocala or Fort Myers area Funeral Home, we have you covered. With our convenient funeral home & cremation locations across the state of Florida and friendly personnel, you can complete your funeral planning online today or call us to escort you through your online purchase. We would also be pleased to meet with you in your home or our office if you would like more personal assistance.