Keeping Urns and Ashes in a Cemetery. What you should know.

Did you know that keeping urns at home isn’t your only option after cremation? While many begin the process of honoring a loved one by browsing a wide selection of cremation urns for ashes to be kept at home, it’s important to note that cremation offers additional possibilities.

Ceramic urns with ashes can also be perpetually honored with a final resting place in a cemetery. If you haven’t decided yet how to best honor your loved one, take a look at some of the benefits and options available with keeping urns and ashes in a cemetery.

Benefits of Keeping Urns in a Cemetery

Entrusting a cemetery with the care of a loved one’s ashes can have several advantages. Many people feel insecure about the responsibility of keeping urns at home. Often, individuals worry about break-ins or simple accidents that can compromise the safety of ceramic urns, like bumping and knocking over the urn. By choosing to keep ashes at a cemetery, families can find comfort knowing that their loved one’s ashes are protected in a safe and professional environment.

Anyone can visit the loved one at any time.

Another great reason to keep ceramic urns in a cemetery is the fact that anyone can visit the loved one at any time. This is particularly practical for large families who anticipate several visitors looking to spend private moments with their loved one.

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Cremation offers an abundance of options, and there are many different ways to honor a loved one by storing ashes at a cemetery.

Columbarium and Mausoleum

Many cemeteries provide freestanding structures that respectfully store the cremated remains of the deceased. Choosing to keep ashes in a columbarium or mausoleum can be a profound way to provide a dignified location to serve as the final resting place.

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There is an incredible amount of variation available, from individual freestanding structures to large buildings with several individual storage compartments. Some are indoors; some are outdoors. Some are decorated with ornate designs; others are more modest and simple. Depending on the cemetery, families may be allowed to place photos or small memorabilia alongside the ashes of the deceased to help personalize their space in the columbarium or mausoleum.

Burying Ashes in a Plot

Another option for keeping ashes at a cemetery is to bury the remains in a reserved plot. An important benefit of this option is that ashes can be buried near other family plots for loved ones who have not been cremated, allowing multiple individuals to have a final resting place together.

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The process of burying ashes in a plot is similar to traditional interment, as it is often accompanied by a memorial service. However, the burial plot for urns is much smaller, more affordable, and buried at a shallower depth. While many cremation urns for ashes are designed to sustain burial, some cemeteries require artisan urns or handcrafted urns to be placed within a slightly larger vessel so the integrity of the urn isn’t compromised from contact with the soil.

Cultural or Religious Considerations

Some cultures or religions have specific customs or requirements for the handling and placement of cremated remains. Respect and adhere to these practices if applicable. Consider the long-term implications of keeping ashes in a cemetery. Families might relocate, circumstances could change, so having a plan for the future care of the urn and remains is important.

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Creative Cremation Memorials

Lots of cemeteries offer additional options, such as memorializing ashes in the form of a bench or a stone marked with the individual’s name, dates, or favorite quote. In addition, some cemeteries have designated memorial gardens that allow a place for families to scatter ashes in a special ceremony.

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These creative memorial options can be a respite for families who seek comfort in a more natural setting with beautiful, symbolic reminders of their loved one.

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