You have a number od options when it comes to deciding what you would to do with the ashes of your loved one. A lot of time is taken in making such a decision and we recommend that you discuss and consider the various options with your family.
Scattering The Ashes
There are various ways in which you can scatter the ashes of your loved one.
Ashes can be scattered:
- On a family grave
- Within the Cremetorium
- In a woodland
- Abroad
- At sea
- At a place which holds precious memories of your loved one
- In your garden
Buriel Of The Ashes
You may wish to bury the ashes of your loved one for a number of reasons. It would mean that you could visit the buriel site and if permitted, the ashes of more family members can added in the future.
Ashes can be buried:
- Within the Cremetorium
- Within the grounds of a church
- In a grave
- In a garden
Keeping The Ashes
Sometimes the relatives decide that they would like to keep the ashes of their loved one for a number of reasons.
It may be the case that a partner or spouse of the deceased will keep the ashes so that they can be added or scattered together in the future. Sometimes, relatives will have the ashes placed within a piece of jewellery like a locket.
There are specially designed containers that can be used depending on what you wish to happen to the ashes, which our funeral directors will be able to advise you on.
To speak with one of our funeral directors, do not hesitate to contact us on 0800 0837634 or for more contact options, take a look at our contact page.