Perhaps no other moment in the funeral
process is as powerful as the final disposition. For survivors, this
is a strong symbolic moment, a confirmation that they must let go
of the person who died and look ahead to a changed life.
For this reason, it is important families choose the kind of
final disposition most meaningful to them and most appropriate
for the deceased.
Interment (Earth burial)
Earth burial, otherwise known as interment, is the most common
form of disposition in the United States. Americans seem to prefer
the idea of a final resting place and a gravesite where they
can go to remember the person who died.
Cemeteries may be owned by municipalities, churches, religious groups
or other private organizations. Veterans may be eligible for burial in
state or nationally owned government cemeteries. Cemeteries vary in the
type of outer receptacle they require; some place restrictions on markers
or monuments. Your funeral director can answer your questions about local
cemeteries.
Entombment
Like burial, entombment offers a fixed, final resting place.
When a body is entombed, the casket is placed in a mausoleum,
an above-ground structure usually made of marble or stone. Mausoleums
vary greatly in size and design and are often found on cemetery
grounds. Some are large enough for entire families, with a separate
room for each person's casket.
Cremation
Cremation is often accompanied by the rites and ceremonies of
funeralization, including embalming and visitation. Final disposition
options include earth burial, entombment and scattering. Some
families keep cremated remains in an urn or other appropriate
container.
At Metcalf, we provide cremation services with the same dignity
and respect as all our funeral services.
If you are considering cremation, please remember that cremation is not
a replacement for a memorial service. Family and friends want to grieve
together and pay tribute to the person they have lost. These days, cremated
remains are often present at the memorial service as a focal point for
the service.
We would be happy to discuss cremation options or questions with you
in person or on the phone. In addition, we invite you to tour our facility.
There is substantial variation in the quality and cleanliness of cremation
facilities and we are proud of our outstanding facility.
CREMATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(FAQ'S)
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