Direct cremation is more affordable compared to other types of cremation and funeral packages offered by a funeral home in Bronx, NY. But since there is no viewing or service before the cremation and no witnesses during cremation, family members may feel that they did not have enough time to say their goodbyes. Fortunately, you can still hold a memorial service and do other things to honor your loved one days or weeks after the cremation.
Why People Choose Direct Cremation
With a median cost of about $2,300, direct cremation is considered the most affordable type of cremation. Since there is no service to organize, caskets, or preparation of the corpse for viewing, a direct cremation can be quickly organized online or by phone. This simplicity does not prevent you from organizing a fitting memorial service for your loved one after the cremation.
The Direct Cremation Process Is Fast And Simple
The direct cremation process involves the funeral home taking your loved one into their care, and then keeping the body in a controlled environment as all the necessary paperwork is completed. Then the body is placed in a cardboard container to be cremated. You will then receive the ashes in a cardboard urn through secure mail or you can collect them from the funeral home. The whole process can take one or two weeks to complete.
Set Up A Memorial Or Monument
After the cremation, you can honor your loved one in any way including setting up an elaborate memorial or monument. You can have a granite monument made with unique messages engraved that your deceased person would appreciate. The monument can also hold the urn that contains the ashes of your loved one. Monuments are a great way to honor a person because they can last for generations.
A Beautiful Garden For Your Person
If a monument is not in your budget, then consider planting a garden that has plants that your person loves. The plants can include various types of flowers and other plants. Different types of flowers represent a variety of meanings such as love, grief, continuity, devotion, and so on. Every time you walk to the garden you will remember your loved one.
Use A Spectacularly Designed Urn
Another great idea is to buy an urn that has intricate designs or is made using materials such as glass, stainless steel, or carved from stone. You can display the urn in your home next to the photo of your loved one. You may have to save for these kinds of urns because they may not be cheap.
Use Cremation Jewelry
You can also honor your loved one by having a jeweler make cremation jewelry. Cremation jewelry is jewelry that contains some of the ashes of your loved one. These handcrafted items can be made from glass or metal.
There are creative ways to honor a loved one. Our staff will not only explain what to expect from our direct cremation service in Bronx, NY but also offer guidance on how you can honor your loved one.