Cremation or Traditional Burial: Which is Right for Your Loved One?

Deciding on cremation or a traditional burial is one of the first decisions that must be made after the loss of a loved one.

For some families, this decision is fairly straight forward. This is often the case if the loved one has a clear and specified preference. If the loved one had a chance to share their preference with you before their passing, this can help to make the decision process much easier.

Deciding on which option is right for your family is often based on the loved one.s wishes, and your preferences. For some, the main factor in this decision is religious, while other times, cost factors help to influence this decision.

When it comes to deciding whether to have a cremation traditional burial, there are a few important factors to keep in mind:

Your Loved One's Wishes
One of the most obvious, and important deciding factors when considering cremation or traditional burial, are your loved one.s wishes. Unfortunately though, some families may not be certain about which one their loved one would have preferred. In these cases, most families choose to go with whichever option they believe is best for their loved one.

Proximity to Your Loved One
Some people choose cremation over traditional burial due to the fact that they can take their loved one.s remains with them should they relocate. With traditional burial, this isn.t an option.

Decisions Involved
The additional costs of a traditional burial also mean that there will be more decisions to make. Traditional burial involves a number of different decisions, from which casket will be used, to the type of grave stone that will be purchased. Cremation also involves decisions, but there are usually less decisions involved with cremation.

Cost Factors Many people choose cremation over traditional burial, due to the lower costs that are involved with this option. Since cremation does not usually include the expense of embalming, it costs less than traditional burial. Cremation services can cost in the range of $1,000 to $3,000, while traditional burial service starts at around $2,500 on up to $15,000, depending on the casket, the cemetery plot, and the grave marker.

Choosing traditional burial or cremation is an important decision; one that should be considered carefully. It.s important to make sure you are confident in your decision, no matter if you choose cremation or burial.

Both cremation and traditional burial offer the chance for a funeral service, or a memorial service .which offer many an important chance to provide loved ones with a chance to say goodbye.