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As you work with your chosen funeral home to plan your loved one's services, you'll be faced with several choices, including the choice between a funeral and a memorial service. While a funeral is a traditional approach, more families are opting for memorial services. Each offers distinct benefits, which is why Bolton & Lunsford Funeral Homes in Cincinnati, OH, encourages you to consider the choice carefully.

The Purpose

Funeral HomeBoth funerals and memorial ceremonies fulfill similar functions by offering friends, family, and loved ones a chance to come together to mourn the deceased. Both ceremonies offer opportunities for religious observances, a few words from family members, music, and poetry, all to honor your loved one. The chief difference is that a funeral includes the body of the deceased while a memorial service does not.

The Benefits of a Funeral

Those who choose a funeral often do so because of tradition. A funeral is the most customary way to bid farewell to a loved one in our country. It also offers certain opportunities for closure. Seeing the body of the deceased can help family members process the fact of a loved one's death and help them get past the stage of denial.

The Benefits of a Memorial Service

Because it doesn’t require a body to be prepared, a memorial service is often less costly than a funeral. It also offers greater flexibility regarding timing. A memorial service can be held days or weeks after the death, allowing far-flung family and friends to be present. Finally, a memorial service may be more convenient if the deceased is cremated, as the ashes may have already been interred or scattered by the time of the service.

If you aren't sure whether to choose a funeral or memorial service, the director of your funeral home may have advice. Contact Bolton & Lunsford Funeral Homes for help planning your loved one's services. You can reach them at (513) 661-4059, or send a message online. They can help you during this difficult time; get in touch today.

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