Types of Cremation Services

A cremation service is very similar to a funeral. The main difference is that you have more freedom. After a body is cremated, you can hold on to the remains for as long as you wish. You can host the cremation service weeks after the death.   

Here are a few different types of cremation services.   

A popular style of cremation service is a spiritual one. The deceased’s beliefs are used to guide the service. Even if you don’t share the same beliefs, it can still be a powerful moment. You want the memorial service to honor your loved one. That means respecting what they would have wanted.  

Sometimes, you have to plan a funeral for someone who didn’t have spiritual views or wasn’t open about them. You can still arrange a spiritual or religious service in that case. You just need to follow your own views rather. For example, if the deceased was a child, it would be highly appropriate if the memorial followed the parent’s beliefs.   

There are others who are intent on having a non-spiritual cremation service. This is easy to do. The service focuses on the deceased’s life and sharing stories. Instead of reading prayers, people talk about how the deceased made them feel.   

Some people might feel disappointed or surprised if there isn’t a religious element to the service. However, you’re not trying to please them. You’re trying to honor the spirit of your loved one. If the deceased felt very strongly about their non-spiritual stance, that’s all that matters.   

Because you can host a cremation service whenever you want, you have a lot of freedom. You can forget about tradition and host an entirely unique cremation service. This is easy if you pick a special place to scatter the ashes. Or to reveal the urn if you’re not going to do that. Find a spot that had special significance for you and the deceased.   

You can find unique memorial ideas online if you need inspiration. Dealing with death is, unfortunately, something mankind has become very good at. People have been hosting cremation services for a long time.   

Speak to the rest of the deceased’s survivors to plan the service. The burden is easier to bear if you share it. Taking everything onto your own shoulders might cause you to feel stressed and anxious no matter what kind of cremation service you’re planning. Working with other people gives your mind a rest.   

When you’re ready to come to Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, we’re ready to meet you. We’re located at 163 Main St, Pennsburg, PA, 18073. Our knows how to handle your need for cremation services Pennsburg, PA. Give us a call at (215) 679-5933 to get started. You don’t want to wait to plan your memorial.