When loved ones pass away, deciding where they will be buried, entombed, or housed will be one of the many decisions needed during their funeral arrangements. Families generally choose either burial services or cremation, but you will have many choices to consider for their final resting place. 

3 Ways to Pick the Best Resting Place for a Loved One

1. Decide Between Burial Services & Cremation

Burial will mean laying your loved one to rest in a cemetery or mausoleum. If you choose burial services, a funeral director can assist you in selecting a cemetery in the location of your choosing. If you opt for cremation, your loved one's ashes can be placed in an urn to be housed in your home or a columbarium. You can also scatter their ashes in a beloved location or wear them in specialized jewelry.

2. Consider Their Likes & Dislikes in Life

Pre-arrangements for funerals are essential because they document a person’s funeral and burial preferences while they’re still living. If no pre-arrangements have been made, it will be up to you to reflect on past conversations and honor their wishes. For example, they might have shared a desire to be buried in the same cemetery as their deceased family members. If they expressed a preference to be cremated, think about their favorite places to visit and consider spreading their ashes there. 

3. Get Feedback From Others

Choosing a resting place for a deceased loved one can be a difficult decision to make alone. Get support and feedback from others who knew the deceased. If you choose cremation, multiple family members might wish to preserve a portion of the ashes inside their homes, meaning you’ll have to order several urns. A funeral director can also offer support, compassion, and guidance while you make arrangements. 

Grieving families in New Haven County, CT, will find a compassionate and understanding staff at Porto Funeral Homes. For more than 75 years, they’ve assisted those in the community with funeral arrangements, burial services, and cremation. Visit them online to learn more about how they can help. Reach the family-owned funeral home’s East Haven location at (203) 467-3000, or call (203) 934-5000 for West Haven.