According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the rate of cremation surpassed that of traditional burial in 2015. A significant reason for this rise is cost. Typical burial caskets are known to be much more expensive than cremation urns. If you factor in a cemetery plot, the price disparity becomes even more evident.

Fossum Funeral Home of Onalaska, WI, will help you explore your options when it comes to cremation urns and planning services. These compassionate professionals provide high-quality yet affordable funeral services and memorials. Not only will they simplify your funeral planning process, but they will also assist your family through the grieving process.

Preparing For Cremation

Before the cremation, family members of the deceased should complete all scheduled ceremonies or viewings. The funeral director will secure signed authorization forms and permits. Before the deceased is placed inside the cremation chamber, all valuable possessions inside the casket must be removed—including jewelry, dental gold, pacemakers, and other medical devices.

Processing The Remains

Two family members are allowed to witness the committal of the casket, containing the deceased, to the cremation facility. There, it is placed inside the chamber at a pre-set temperature. The procedure may last from one and a half to three hours until the body is reduced to its basic elements. Around three to nine pounds of ashes will be produced and transferred to a cremation urn.

Types Of Cremation Urns

As a relative of the deceased, you can provide the crematory with an urn of your choosing. When it comes to cremation urns, the possible styles and themes are endless. Loved ones can make a decision based on the deceased’s personal wishes, hobbies, or special interests. Traditional urns come in hardwood, ceramic, and metal. Lockets and miniature urns are available for those who wish to keep their loved ones close wherever they go, or share the ashes with multiple people.

If you need help with cremation service or funeral arrangements, trust the experts of Fossum Funeral Home. Call them at (608) 783-9777, or visit the website for more information.