We have the deepest respect for this traditional practice. If you are interested in learning more about the
burial services we offer, please review the following information. Should you have questions about anything, please
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When considering whether to bury a recently departed loved one or making burial arrangements during funeral pre-planning, there are numerous factors to contemplate. One of the initial choices involves selecting both the cemetery and the specific burial site within its premises. Following this, decisions will need to be made regarding the choice of a casket and, in some cases, a burial vault, as many contemporary cemeteries mandate their use. Additionally, there comes a point, which need not be immediate, where the decision shifts to selecting a headstone or marker and crafting its inscription. Should you desire assistance in navigating each of these decisions, a member of our professional staff will be readily available to provide guidance.
Burial services in one form or another have been a part of human communities for millennia. If you scan our history, it really doesn't matter "when" or "where" you look, burial practices can be found. Graveside services can be seen in hundreds of Hollywood films and television productions; some are uplifting, others are humorous; and some merely attempt to convey the emotional weight carried by the characters involved. Because of these cinematic efforts, most are familiar with the appearance and traditional ceremonial format of a burial service. But when it comes time to make arrangements for a graveside service on behalf of a deceased family member, it can be challenging to turn what is only vaguely familiar into a truly meaningful, deeply personal event. This graveside service planning guide outlines the major steps involved and identifies the primary "talking points" when meeting with the funeral director. If you have questions about what you read here, please
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When the time comes to arrange final care for a deceased family member, you might discover the advantages of thoughtfully planned burial services. During your consultation with a funeral director, you'll explore the merits of graveside services, highlighting three primary reasons families opt for this approach:
- Simplicity: In today's fast-paced world, many seek simplicity in life—a desire as old as humanity itself. Reflect on religious orders like Roman Catholic, Anglican, and Quaker, which prioritize a simple, genuine lifestyle. Graveside services offer a focused, uncluttered tribute, allowing families to honor what truly matters.
- Natural Setting: What better backdrop to celebrate a loved one's life than the natural world? Whether under the open sky, amidst trees, or surrounded by flowers, the serene environment of a cemetery provides emotional and spiritual solace, regardless of its specific design.
- Religious Observance: For numerous families, religious beliefs profoundly influence the choice of burial services. Concepts like the Christian resurrection of the body, deeply cherished by many, imbue burial with profound religious significance. Similarly, Jewish and Islamic traditions emphasize burial as a sacred and communal rite.
- Importance of Witnessing: Throughout history and across cultures, burial has been integral to social and religious practices. This enduring connection underscores a shared belief worldwide: burial symbolizes respect, with its significance heightened when witnessed by loved ones.
All reasons aside, let's look at what's involved in planning a burial service. We've broken down the discussion into three areas-of-concern: the selection of cemetery and burial property, choosing a casket and burial vault; and planning the details of the graveside service.
