Choosing Cremation
At the time of the funeral, more and more people are choosing cremation as their preferred method of final disposition.
It’s important to keep in mind that cremation also raises the question of what will be done with the ashes afterward.
Several options are available to you:
Placing the Ashes in a Columbarium
Speak with the Cooperative to learn more about this option.
Keeping the Ashes at Home
Keeping the ashes may help some individuals find comfort and navigate the grieving process.
Scattering the Ashes in Nature
In some cases, a loved one may have expressed the desire for their ashes to be scattered in a specific location.
Burying the Ashes on Private Property
When the deceased had a deep connection to their environment, the family may wish to have the ashes buried on private land.
Sharing a Small Portion of the Ashes in Keepsake Urns
Immediate family members may keep these small urns nearby as a comforting way to remember their loved one.