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When most consumers ask the question "Is cremation cheaper than burial?" they often think of what is known as "direct" cremation. Direct cremation is when members of the family of the deceased contract with a funeral of your choice to remove the body from the place where death occurred directly to the installation of crematoria. Under this option, no traditional funeral service in which the body is viewed by family and friends of the deceased, although a service in memory of some kind is usually held at a later time.

If direct cremation is chosen, the family members are responsible for removing from the ashes of the deceased. In general, left instructions for the deceased, such as location or time of disposal, as to their wishes regarding disposal. In this case, the ashes are usually returned to the family in a simple cardboard or plastic in a few days after death and the family is responsible for disposal by scattering or some other method.

In some cases the family may want to have the ashes placed in some type of facility memory, as a mausoleum or cemetery. If you choose this option, the installation will almost always require that the ashes are placed inside a container such as an urn. The cost of the container is added to the charge of cremation and base, depending on the material used in its construction, often exceed the cost of cremation itself.

By asking "Is cremation cheaper than burial?" another option, and by far the most expensive, is cremation after traditional funeral service. With this option, no body is cremated after the service instead of buried. Additional expenses such as embalming, the cost a coffin, and the purchase of burial space in a cemetery can easily add several thousand dollars to the cost of cremation, if you select this option.

In conclusion, when asked "Is cremation cheaper than burial?" The consumer should be aware of additional charges may be associated with this service depending on external factors such as the wishes of the deceased, religious heritage, or the number of additional services to be provided.

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Dog Paws Box Cremation Urn - Dogs Leave Paw Prints... Sale Price: $54.95   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description For those who have lost their beloved companion, use this Keepsake to hold precious mementos or as a traditional urn.Dogs Leave Paw Prints On Your Heart ForeverHolds a 2" high x 3" wide photo of your beloved companion.Measures 5" high x 6" wide. Holds 85 cubic inches.A general guideline to determine what size is needed for ashes is: One pound of body weight will create about 1 cubic inch of ash.Please allow 3 weeks for shipping. Features 6" x 4 3/4" x 4 1/4" 2 3/4" x 2" photo, made of polystone Holds 85 cu inches Very lovely piece 1 lb of weight = 1 cubic inch of ash

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The Classic Cremation Urn. Hand Engraved Solid Brass With Black Lacquer Coat. 6" Height, Includes Velvet Storage & Display Box. List Price: $89.95 Sale Price: $78.94 You save: $11.01 (12%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Our Classic line of cremation urns are manufactured from sold brass,hand carved and carefully packaged in a lovely velvet box, which can be used for storage or display. The Classic Black and Gold urn features a delicate hand engraved pattern, and a dramatic black lacquer coating. The felt bottom protects surfaces from scratching. The lid securely and easily screws on, or off. We've created a special line of cremation urns that will always be in style, and will serve as a fitting receptacle for the ashes of a loved one. We know you will agree.Sizing Made SimpleOne pound of live weight equals one cubic inch of cremains. 3" = 3 cubic inches 6" = 42 cubic inches 7" = 87 cubic inches 10" = 202 cubic inchesFor example; A 175 pound person, would yield 175 cubic inches of cremains, which would fit into a 10" urn. A 35 pound terrier will yield 35 cubic inches of cremains, and would fit into a 6" urn.Thank you for your interest in an urn from UrnConcern.Warning! Unless you order directly from us you are not receiving an UrnConcern product. Unfortunately others may copy our images and feedback, but there is only one UrnConcern! Features Solid Brass Cremation Urn. Velvet Display and Storage Box Included. Available in Four Sizes - See info below for correct size. Timeless Design That Will Never Go Out Of Style.