When most people think of a burial, they think of a traditional funeral, interment into the ground or into a mausoleum, and somber remembrance. However, modern families are increasingly choosing different options for funerals near San Pablo.
If you or your loved one are planning your funeral in advance, you might want to consider one of these alternatives to the usual expectations of a burial. These are unexpected, unconventional, and meaningful ways to say goodbye—or hello—to your next adventure:
Cremation
There are so many ways to use cremation in planning your departure from this world. You might elect to have a traditional Catholic funeral, including the wake, funeral mass, and rite of committal, with cremation included, to save your family money throughout the process. Alternatively, you may choose to have your ashes scattered somewhere meaningful or let your loved ones decide what to do with those remains on their own terms. Many people create jewelry or home decor that contains cremated remains, giving them a meaningful and functional way to remember their loved ones. No matter what you choose, cremation is a great route to take.
Eco-Friendly Burial
Does your family love the idea of a traditional funeral but feel conflicted about the environmental impact of a traditional burial? There is a compromise that many families are choosing that offers the best of both worlds! Often referred to as green burial, this eco-friendly option allows you to forgo many chemicals used in the preparation of the body and be buried in a biodegradable casket or shroud.
There are many other options. If you and your family are interested in learning more about non traditional funerals near San Pablo, talk to St. Joseph Cemetery & Funeral Center today!
