Why is the cost of a funeral so expensive?
With death being inevitable, why is the cost of a funeral so expensive? What is it that makes the cost of dying financial burdensome to many people? We all know that the time will eventually come (hopefully after a long and healthy life) that death is something that we cannot avoid. Why, then, does the […]
How long after a funeral is the body cremated?
After the funeral service, cremation usually takes place shortly after that but there may be a reason why it might not. How long after a funeral is the body cremated might be something that the deceased’s next of kin or family question. Some people may feel a slight feeling of abandonment towards their loved one […]
What happens at a funeral when someone is cremated?
There can be misconceptions about what happens at a funeral when someone is cremated but it is a personal choice as to what does happen. There are many factors to consider, as there are when arranging a funeral that takes places in an alternative venue such as a church, however, what happens at a funeral […]
Can I be cremated without a funeral?
Anyone can be buried without a funeral which may be surprising to some people. When asked can I be cremated without a funeral the answer, simply put, is ‘yes’. This is called a direct cremation. Other terms when considering can I be cremated without a funeral are referred as no service or funeral cremation, cremation […]
What is the difference between cremation and burial?
The difference between cremation and burial is how the deceased body is disposed of and it is very much a personal choice of the deceased, their next of kin and family but it may also be determined if there is a particular budget in mind. What is the difference between cremation and burial is often […]
Is funeral and burial the same thing?
A burial is a type of funeral of which there is more than one type. The burial is often described as the short ceremony that takes places after a funeral ceremony at which the deceased is lowered into the ground if they have chosen to be buried. Not necessarily is funeral and burial the same […]
How long after death is a funeral?
The time for a funeral after death is affected by many different factors, including religious beliefs and cultural traditions. How long after death is a funeral can depend on the circumstances of the death and how busy the funeral director chosen is. It is often uncomplicated when considering how long after death is a funeral, […]
What is a funeral ceremony?
A funeral ceremony is a gathering of people for a religious or non-religious service, usually at a crematorium or place of burial but people often ask ‘What is a funeral ceremony’? In simple terms, a funeral ceremony is a celebration of life so that a deceased person can be buried or cremated with attendees present. […]
What happens in a funeral?
There are many types of funerals and therefore what happens at a funeral varies by the type of funeral it is. It is a very personal decision as to what happens in a funeral and can vary from person to person. There are no hard and fast rules on anything and should be chosen according […]
