Can I Still Have A Gathering/Service If I Choose Cremation?

By: Danny Amoruccio
Friday, October 29, 2021

There is a widespread myth concerning cremation that visitation, wakes, or other formal ceremonies cannot be held if a person is cremated. Visitations are not only permitted in advance of a cremation; many families find them to be a popular and acceptable decision. Here is some more information on the matter from the experts at Willowbrook Cemetery.

A Common Misconception

Many people assume that cremation precludes holding a memorial ceremony for a deceased loved one. This is because attending a wake or visitation entails spending more time with the deceased before the funeral ceremony. When it comes to cremation and visitations, the most widespread misconception is that someone who wishes to be cremated cannot be embalmed, but this isn't true. Many individuals want to have their bodies embalmed before cremation to accommodate a viewing, wake, or funeral ceremony.

Some prefer visitation where the urn and ashes are on display after cremation. You may customize a lot in terms of funeral rituals and traditions to reflect the person's last desires and their family. The cremation will be held as desired by the family. After that, the cremated ashes will be returned to the deceased's family, interred in a cemetery, or stored in a columbarium.

If you have any doubts about what is involved in the process, feel free to call us and discuss these details with our experts. They are knowledgeable and will provide you with the details you need. Many people today pre-plan cremation or burial and need assistance with planning everything. Having this information is crucial to getting everything right during the pre-planning process.

At Willowbrook Cemetery, we are here to make things easier for you during this difficult time and help you select the ideal resting place for your dear one at our beautiful cemetery.

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