Cremation has become an increasingly popular option for families who have lost loved ones. It’s a practical and cost-effective option that still allows for a personalized and loving ceremony to provide closure for friends and family. You have a few different options to consider when it comes to burying cremated remains, which can include the traditional headstones and monuments. Here are a few different ways you can lay your cremated loved one to rest.

Options for Burying Cremated Remains

1. Cemetery Burial

If you prefer a traditional burial service, you can have your loved one’s remains buried in a cemetery. You can still choose from a selection of monuments to mark the burial site and even include some personalized details and sayings on the stone. This can be an especially popular option for families who already have specified plots at a local cemetery.

2. Private Plot

Some families might prefer to keep their loved one’s remains nearby. For those who have enough space on their property, you could choose to bury the remains there. Then you can also invest in a monument or headstone to mark the space. Some local communities do have regulations about the burial of ashes, though, so it’s a good idea to check with your local government first to make sure you comply with all regulations.

3. Urn Garden

Many cemeteries or mausoleums also have buildings or areas that are specifically made for housing cremation urns. You usually have the option to bury the urn underground or house it above-ground. You can also commemorate your loved one by adding a bench, fountain, rock, or other landscape feature to the spot where they’re buried.

If you’re looking for monuments, memorials, headstones, or flat grave markers for a cremation or traditional burial, McGee Monument in Morrilton, AR, can help. The caring team works with you to create a stone or marker that fits with your exact needs and honors your loved one in a truly personal way. The company has six locations throughout the state, so you can visit their website to find the one that’s closest to you. Call (800) 750-0177 to learn more.