Families grieve the loss of a loved one in diverse ways. Typically, they prioritize a tranquil period of familial introspection, where close relatives and loved ones gather for remembrance. Cremation facilitates this by providing the option to keep the loved one's ashes in a decorative urn at home for a period of time.
This simplifies the process for family members to pay tribute to their departed loved one shortly after the memorial service. However, it's crucial to properly memorialize the cremated remains in an urn garden or columbarium after this initial period.
There are a few reasons for this, with the first being practical. In essence, keeping an urn of cremated remains at home poses risks; it could be accidentally knocked over or damaged, leading to distressing consequences.
Moreover, it's beneficial to have a designated public space for your loved one's cremated remains—a "final resting place" where friends, family, and others can visit to mourn, leave flowers, or pay respects at their convenience. This isn't always feasible if the remains are kept at a private residence.
Your funeral director can guide you on when to transition the urn from your home to a more permanent location. They can also advise you on long-term memorialization options such as burial in a cemetery, placement in a niche, or other arrangements.
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