Important Funeral and Cremation Questions & Answers

If you’re like most people, there are things about the funeral and cremation industry that you’re not perfectly clear about. That’s understandable since most people have limited exposure to the sector. But when the time comes for you to contact a Milton, WV funeral home about final services, you’ll want to know enough to make an informed decision. Consider these Q&As.

Question: Why is a Funeral Service Important Anyway?

Answer: A funeral service is like a rite of passage that provides family and friends of the deceased to mark the occasion and to mourn the loss in a public way. It will provide an opportunity for people to grieve together, comfort one another, receive comfort from one another, and gain a sense of closure. They can be an integral part of the healing process since they will underscore the reality of the matter — that someone has died and will never be back.

Question: Which is Better a Funeral or a Cremation?

Answer: Both of these body disposition methods are viable options for final services. The answer as to which is better really comes down to your preferences. Do you prefer to do things the way they’ve traditionally been done in your family? You might want to go with a funeral service. Are you particularly price-conscious? A cremation is a more cost-effective body disposition than is a funeral. You can also have a funeral service after a cremation if you want. The best bet is to sit down and discuss the matter with your family if the plan is to arrange final services for a deceased relative. You can and should also talk to a funeral home to make a body disposition choice since a funeral director can help you consider your options.

Question: Is it Okay to Scatter Cremation Ashes?

Answer: It is generally okay to scatter cremation ashes. You will be able to do so without question if it’s on your private property. The rule is that the owner of the private property has to give the go-ahead before you can scatter cremation ashes on the property, so you can scatter as you please on your own land. If you want to scatter the ashes on public land, such as at a national park, then it’s best to check out local regulations to ensure that you don’t run afoul of the law. When in doubt, ask the funeral director at the funeral home you’re dealing with for help.

These are just a few of the questions and answers you should be familiar with, but feel free to contact us at Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home & Crematorium for the answers you need to any more questions. We specialize in helping grieving families to make arrangements for their deceased relatives, and we’re always happy to answer questions or to make recommendations. You can reach us by phone at (304) 342-8135 or you can see us in person at 1118 Virginia St E Charleston, WV 25301. We’re a Milton, WV funeral home you can count on, so let us help you with your funeral or cremation planning.