The Environmental Impact of our Death - Part 2
Cremation is the second most common method of disposition of final remains in the United States. How does cremation affect the environment?
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Mixing Cremation Ash into Tattoo Ink
Memorial tattoos are nothing new, possibly as old as the art form, dating back centuries. The concept of incorporating a loved one’s cremains into the ink of a tattoo, however,...
The Environmental Impact of our Death - Part 1
Scientists can measure the effect of our daily living on the planet, our human footprint. But what about the impact of our death?
Ethics and the choice of cremation
The funerary and cremation industries place great emphasis on providing ethical services for the deceased and their families. Imagine the horror then, if on the day of your mom’s funeral,...
Marble Urns - An Ancient Tradition
The distinct richness, weight and beauty of a cremation urn carved from natural marble makes a timeless resting place for the final remains of a loved one, or for your...
Choosing an Epitaph for a Cremation Urn or Cremation Pendant
Did you know that an inscription or engraving can be added to a cremation urn or a cremation pendant? Known as “epitaphs,” these short phrases or words are used to remember...
Personalized Urns for Ashes - Heartfelt Expressions
How can we memorialize a loved one we have lost? Gravestones are inscribed with dates, and often with meaningful inscriptions reflecting the person who passed. Can memorial urns and keepsake...
Cremation Burial Urns and Urn Vaults
“If I want to be cremated, can I still be buried in our family burial plot?” Yes. You don’t have to choose between burial and cremation. Burial urns are specifically...
The Unique Loss of a Life Partner: 4 Universal Issues
The death of anyone we love is devastating. But when it comes to dealing with grief, the loss of a life partner presents unique challenges. Here are four of the...
What You Should Know About Biodegradable Cremation Urns
A green alternative to traditional funeral caskets, biodegradable urns are crafted to disintegrate or dissolve over a period of time. Green ceremonies are a wonderful way to memorialize and honor...
The Celtic Cross Cremation Urn
The Celtic Cross can be found across Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England, Europe and beyond. As a design for cremation urns and keepsakes, it is highly favored. But what do we know...
Celebrating a Loved One's Life With Asian Cremation Urns
East Asian attitudes about life’s final cycle often reflect nature’s existential and timeless mysteries. In contrast to the ancient techniques of symbolic expressions, the popularity of cremation has only recently...
