If a beloved family member passed away and had wishes to be cremated, choose an urn that reflects their personality and celebrates their life. With some thoughtfulness and diligence, you’ll make a meaningful choice in their memory. Here are a few considerations to help guide your decision.

How to Choose an Urn

1. Set Your Budget

There are many different types of urns available. Before you start looking, lay out a rough budget of what you can spend. Allocating funds will make it easier to determine which types of materials and styles fall in your price range. At a higher price point, you can expect to find gold or marble urns. Elegant options like brass and pewter are on a more moderate level. 

2. Consider the Preferences of Your Loved One

Since it’s become more common for people to spell out their funeral preferences as they age, your loved one may have indicated which type of urn they wanted. If not, reflect on what you think they would have appreciated. For example, if the deceased was a lover of nature, perhaps they would have valued a special wooden urn. 

3. Decide on the Final Resting Place

Consider where the urn will ultimately be located. If the container will be buried, choose a biodegradable substance. If it will have a prominent place on the mantel, select a design more fit for a home. For placement in a columbarium’s funerary recess, opt for a sturdy, attractive material. 

If you’re looking for an urn, talk to the friendly staff at Porto Funeral Homes in New Haven County, CT. Having served the community for over 75 years, the family-run business offers cremation services and a selection of elegant urns. They take pride in being a source of guidance and comfort to families as they make arrangements. Schedule an appointment with the caring team by calling (203) 467-3000 for the East Haven location or (203) 934-5000 for the West Haven location. Learn more by visiting their website.