If you recently lost a loved one who opted for cremation, you might be wondering what to do with their remains. Most families choose to scatter the ashes or display them in an urn at home. However, if you’re looking for something a bit more personalized, consider one of the touching options listed in the guide below. 

What to Do With Cremation Ashes

1. Turn Them Into Jewelry

If you like the idea of keeping the ashes close, consider turning the cremains into a wearable token of your loved one’s memory. Jewelers can use ashes to create beautiful pendants, earrings, and bracelets. Some people choose a locket to hold a picture of their loved one, while others opt for a personalized birthstone.

2. Create a Tattoo

Many people like to honor meaningful moments, memories, or ideas by turning the concepts into artwork on their bodies. If you want to keep the departed with you permanently, ask parlors if they can use the ashes to create a tattoo.

This option will help you create an artistic memorial for your loved one. You can keep it simple and tattoo their name and years of life, or you might want to use a symbolic image to remind yourself of their unique personality.

3. Return Them to Nature

If your loved one was particularly fond of nature throughout their lifetime, you could turn their cremation ashes into a new life. Placing the remains in a biodegradable urn with some seeds can turn your loved one into a beautiful tree. Another option incorporates the ashes into an artificial reef to help sea life thrive. 

For your funeral planning and service needs, enlist the caring and compassionate professionals at Adzima Funeral Home in Stratford, CT. These experts will carefully walk you and your family through every option available to ensure a touching, honorable memorial for your dearly departed. Visit their website to learn more about their offerings, or call (203) 375-2200 to schedule a consultation with a team member.