What you Need to Know About Cremation

 Let’s face it, choosing what happens to your body is unlikely something you think about very often, especially if you’re living a healthy lifestyle.  However, death is inevitable and  making these decisions now will give your family peace of mind.  Studies reveal that people who pre-plan their final arrangements tend to save significantly due to less emotional over-spending.

 Cremation is growing in acceptance in the United States and is now allowed by many religions. Cremation tends to be far less expensive than a traditional funeral and burial.  According to statistics from the National Funeral Directors Association, (NFDA), more than half of all Americans who die this year will be cremated. In 20 years, the association predicts, nearly 80% of us will opt for cremation. Cremation allows the family to keep the cremains, scatter them in memorable places, or even have personal and sentimental things made from them, such as jewelry. However, cremation isn’t exactly a topic you regularly discuss and there might be some questions you have about the process. Here are some things to consider when it comes to cremation, according to the Cremation Institute. 

What is Cremation?

When a person dies, their body is transported  to a funeral home by the funeral home’s professional staff. The required paperwork is completed, and the  cremation will be performed after required time limits and protocols have been followed.

After preparation

The body is placed into a cremation chamber that is heated to 1650 degrees. The temperature is so intense it vaporizes most of the organic matter and incinerates the bones. After a cooling period, the bone fragments are ground to a finer consistency using a cremulator. The cremains are then collected and presented to the family in the selected urn.

Identification of the deceased

When choosing a crematory, ensure that you check on their procedures, their reputation and how they operate.

One very important aspect is their identification procedure of the body. At Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Funeral & Cremation Services we offer our on-site crematory guarantee. Your loved one will never leave our care to be transported to another branch or off-site crematory – we guarantee it. We are very proud to have a crematory right here inside of our building ensuring  peace of mind for your family, all at  affordable prices.

The Funeral service

A funeral or memorial service does not always take place, such as with a direct cremation. However, if there is to be a funeral ceremony, it can take place either before the cremation with the whole body present, or after with the urn present. Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Funeral & Cremation Services offers a beautifully decorated funeral home, with an on-site crematory, monument showroom, and urn display room, which is designed to meet the needs of your family. We are fully handicap accessible with abundant parking and are able to accommodate small gatherings or large groups comfortably in our 13,000 square foot facility. We staff our facility 24 hrs a day to provide you with an extra level of attention and care.

How long does it take to cremate a body?

It takes an average of 6 hours for the cremation process to be completed. 

Collecting the ashes

The ashes are examined and any type of metal is removed, such as pins or screws from surgical procedures. This is done manually or with a magnet. Afterward, the bone fragments are placed into a type of grinder called a cremulator. This piece of equipment pulverizes the cremated remains into a gritty sand-like consistency. Subsequently, the ashes are usually placed into an urn, which is then given to the family.

Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Funeral & Cremation Services is known for our compassionate funeral and cremation service, and for our sensible prices. Our caring, compassionate staff offers families simple, affordable and dignified cremation at $799. We also have memorial service packages and traditional funeral services priced to meet the needs of each family we serve. Visit us online today to learn more or call us at 317-873-4776 to discuss our options, packages, and pricing. 

Sources:

https://www.cnn.com/2020/01/22/health/cremation-trends-wellness/index.html