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Urns for Ashes

admin — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:54:11 +0000

Urns for Ashes

The decisions a family faces regarding funeral arrangements when they have lost a loved one are some of the most difficult they will ever face. Even those who choose to plan their own arrangements well in advance of any need to use them still find the task daunting. While the choice of a cremation urn may seem to be a small detail in the overwhelming array of decisions involved, this choice could actually be one of the most important. Because urns for ashes are the one physical representation and memorial of the deceased that will remain as a visual reminder of the deceased long after the funeral services have concluded; the choice of cremation urn that appropriately captures the personality and spirit of the loved one is vital.

Urns for ashes are vases or containers that hold the cremated ashes of a deceased person. When choosing a cremation urn, several important factors should be considered. First among them is size. Some prefer small urns that can be displayed in the home on a mantle or bookshelf while others prefer an urn large enough to contain the remains of more than one person. Often, couples find it comforting to know that their ashes will be intertwined in the same urn once each has died. The main rule to remember is that one cubic inch will house one pound of the person. So that if the person weighed 160 pounds before passing, the urn that will best fit their cremated remains will be from 160-180 cubic inches. This becomes less important when you are purchasing keepsakes and jewelry. Keepsake urns can often hold only 10 cubic inches and it is common for a family to scatter the remains.

Keepsake Urns

Another factor in choosing an urn is the material from which it is made. For those who wish to display the urn long-term in an outdoor setting, metals such as bronze and steel or stones like marble and granite urns for ashes are most common. Conversely, lighter, less sturdy materials like wood or glass are often used for urns that will be displayed indoors. Some families wish to use a decorative urn for display during the funeral services but don’t intend to keep it for long-term display afterward choosing instead to scatter the ashes in some meaningful setting. With the use of biodegradable burial urns made from materials like paper, these families are able to consider the environmental issues involved as well as their desire to honor their loved one.

Perhaps the most difficult decision in choosing a cremation urn deals with its design. Because it attempts to capture the essence of the deceased in visual form, the design of the urn is crucial, and today the choices are endless. They range from the dark-colored traditional vase that has been used throughout history to far more contemporary forms, like baby booties for infants, military equipment for veterans, or sporting goods for athletes, all available in every possible color imaginable. Urns for ashes can now be considered pieces of art like any quality sculpture. Not only are custom-made choices available from artisans who will craft unique designs to the family’s specifications, but more affordable, off-the-shelf options are now available. Because of the creativity the funeral industry has experienced in recent years, imaginative models can now be purchased without the need for custom orders.

Naturally, when families make choices about the size, material, and design for the cremation urn, they must consider price. Too often, families shaken by grief are quick to choose a high-priced option assuming that the more it costs, the better it represents their love and respect for the deceased. But like any other major expense for most people, these choices need to be made on a budget, and simply spending more than necessary because as a response to grief may not be the best way to honor the life of a loved one. The most appropriate way to make a sound decision about how much to spend on an urn is to enter the decision-making process with a maximum amount the family is willing to spend clearly in mind. As they investigate the many options they have, either in person with a funeral sales representative or by themselves online, they should refuse to be swayed into spending more than the price limit they originally decided upon. In this way, they can honor their loved one in a way they can feel good about for many years to come.

The Evolution of Cremation Urns

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:32:48 +0000

Whether a dear friend, family member or pet passes, cremation urns are a personal, unique way to preserve memories that will last forever. Not only do they hold the precious cremains of a person or pet near and dear to your heart, they can also be a beautiful work of art. The designs and materials available today let you choose a special resting place for your loved one that is perfectly fitting, and helps soothe your mind and soul.

While some people and religions still believe that only a traditional casket burial is acceptable, more and more people are turning to cremation, not only because of the money it saves, but because it has real meaning to many. For example, the saying “Ashes to ashes, dust to dust” becomes even more meaningful when cremation urns are used to hold the ashes of a loved one for eternity. The body no longer matters, it is the soul that goes on forever.

Earlier this year, some very unique cremation urns were featured on the Today Show on NBC. Sue Bailey and Carmen Flowers were there to discuss their new book, Grave Expectations: Planning the End Like There’s No Tomorrow. This book was written as a guide to help those who read it prepare for their own death, and was written with a different twist and positive spin.

One excerpt from the book says, “Life is such a rich, complicated, joyous, mysterious, wild ride. Everyone has stories to tell and lessons to pass on, and what better way to do that than when you’re alive? It was your life; your funeral is the one time you should do and say absolutely whatever you want.”

The authors provide several examples of memorial vessels that are popular choices, which include biodegradable caskets and several burial urns. These include a teddy bear urn, baseball urn, and an hourglass urn. Unlike caskets, cremation urns can be chosen based upon the deceased’s hobbies, personality and passions. What more fitting way to memorialize the passing of a loved one or favorite pet?

Today more than ever before, people want to show their respect and heartfelt love in a way that is uniquely fitting. For many, cost is not an issue though cremation is a less costly way to say a final farewell to a loved one. It’s a simple fact: Cremation urns offer variety, exceptional workmanship and quality at great prices. What they also offer is peace for the soul and rest for the mind.

Cremation Urn Store Assists Families During Recession

admin — Sun, 31 May 2009 19:51:03 +0000

Three Rivers, CA (PRWEB) April 29, 2009 — In the Light Urns, a memorial products store has launched a new biodegradable and green cremation urn line that will assist families during the recession. With the loss of nearly 600,000 jobs in January, times are tougher than ever for American families. In the Light Urns (ILU) began to plan for these difficult times in late 2008. Susan Fraser, the company owner, had a vision to provide a line that is a fraction of the cost of traditional urns and keepsakes. On April 15th, 2009 ILU released an exclusive and affordable line of green cremation urns.

Religious Memorial Jewelry

admin — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:20:22 +0000

Is there cremation jewelry that can also be religious? The answer is yes, there are many different types of jewelry that are religious based such as crosses, rosaries and other sorts of cremation jewelry that would fit into this category. Let’s take a look at rosaries for example first. Our standard rosary is the size of a typical rosary with beautiful beads at the Stations.
At the end there is a gold cross that can be filled with about 1 teaspoon of ashes. The cross itself measures 1” W X 1 ½ H and is a beautiful gold color. Another example is the freshwater pearl rosary. This is a standard size rosary and is made of freshwater pearls. This cross is 1”w by 1/12” tall and holds one teaspoon of ashes in the cross itself. Rosaries of this sort are considered to be the most personal cremation jewelry items available. There are also other religious keepsakes such as the Angel necklace keepsake.
This particular pendant is created out of sterling silver and is created one at a time. No two are alike. This keepsake is 1” wide by 1 ¼ inches high and has the capacity to hold ½ to 1 teaspoon of ashes. This comes with a matching 20” sterling silver chain. Another item of note would be the Classic cross style of cremation jewelry. This pendant is created out of either 14K gold or sterling silver. And is hand created by artisans, one at a time. This cross pendant measures 7/8 width by 1 5/8 inches high and holds ½ to 1 teaspoon of ashes.
This pendant can also be engraved for personalization. We take great pride in our ability to engrave on our jewelry. This is highly personalized for the passed individual and is not always on option at funeral homes and websites. View our urns for ashes to see our custom cremation urns. Here is another example of Cross jewelry for cremation remains. This cross is gold plated and measures 1” w by 1 ½ inches high and holds ½ to 1 teaspoon of ashes. As you can see, there are many different religious types of memorial jewelry that is available for purchase. There are also other symbols that can be considered religious such as the infinity symbol, a Coptic cross or other symbols, that while not overtly religious, can be used in much the same fashion.
So if you are looking for religious jewelry to make a memorial with, there are plenty of places to look. With so many metals and other materials that these beautiful pieces are made from, you would be hard pressed to find something that you didn’t like. Religious memorial jewelry is a way to not only honor your faith, but also to hold your loved one close to your heart for always. This allows you to have your loved one near in a symbol of faith which can be passed down through generations. All jewelry is made durable from the finest material available.