There is no doubt that losing a loved one is stressful. In fact, it’s one of the most stressful events of a lifetime. Add to that the financial struggle that many people face when trying to give the deceased a proper funeral and burial, and it can be overwhelming. Of course, burial or cremation is a personal choice, but many are realizing that there are quite a few advantages to Cremation in Palm Springs CA. Some of these are cost, portability of the remains, and a less-detrimental effect on the environment.
COST
It’s clear that a simple cremation is much less expensive than a burial. For those that have chosen burial, a few of the most common charges include preparation and embalming of the body, purchase of a casket, a grave site or vault, and a headstone. On the other hand, cremation requires no body prep, only a simple cardboard casket, a fee for the cremation itself, and an urn or container to hold the remains. Of course, either choice can allow for a memorial service or funeral, if preferred, but many wish for a simple cremation without any ceremony.
PORTABILITY
Obviously, a burial is usually permanent, There may be a time that it’s necessary to exhume a body, but it’s quite rare. If loved one moves out of the area, they may have to travel back to the cemetery to visit the gravesite of their loved one. Cremation allows portability. Remains can be placed in an urn, scattered in a favorite spot, or even made into a piece of jewelry to help keep the loved one close at all times. Ashes can be shared by family members or displayed in a special container, giving reassurance to those who remain.
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Many don’t stop to think of the detrimental environmental effects burial has on the earth. Aside from the embalming fluid seeping into the earth from each body, the overcrowding of cemeteries leads to loss of plant and animal life in the area. With cremation, the small amount of emission during cremation is negligible, making it safe for the environment.
When choosing between burial and Cremation in Palm Springs CA, it’s important to always give respect and honor to the wishes of the deceased. If possible, don’t leave questions unanswered before death. Discuss the options and make the right choice.
