When a loved one dies, so many decisions need to be made immediately that the family is frequently overwhelmed. One of the primary decisions, which sometimes is made before death occurs but is often left to the wishes of the family, is whether to hold a traditional burial of the loved one or have their remains cremated. There are several reasons cremation is an excellent choice to make when choosing the final resting place of a loved one.
Cremation is a less expensive option
In many cases, the family of the deceased doesn’t have the many thousands of dollars a traditional burial requires. Preparation of the body, a casket and burial plot are the primary costs of a traditional burial, and they can each cost a few thousand dollars. A cremation that includes a memorial service often costs just a few thousand dollars, but services offered by Cremation in Cincinnati OH, as in other areas of the United States, can cost less than a thousand dollars. Cremations don’t require a burial plot either. Cremated ashes can be scattered in a deceased loved one’s favorite place or kept at home in an attractive urn.
Cremation is often more convenient
There are times when the death of a loved one is sudden and unexpected. Family members and friends may need time to free up schedules or make travel plans to attend a funeral or memorial service. Cremation offers the flexibility families and friends often require to gather to celebrate a loved one. Unlike traditional burials, which generally must be done within a few days to no later than a week after the death, a cremation allows a service or celebration to be held even several months after the loved one has passed.
Cremation is allowed by many faiths
For centuries, Christian believers opposed cremation, but the stance among Christians has changed toward cremation in the past 100 years. Some other religions, such as Hindu and Buddhism, mandate cremation for the remains of their believers. Jewish and Muslim beliefs, on the other hand, decree traditional burial for the dead. Spring Grove Cremation can provide important information to families interested in Cremation in Cincinnati OH and the surrounding areas.
