Interment of Ashes ~ starting from £55

 Interment of Ashes refers to the process of placing the cremated remains (ashes) of a loved one into their final resting place. 

This is done after the cremation and involves the respectful handling and burial or placement of the ashes in a designated location. 

(There is no charge for an Interment of Ashes if I officiated at the Funeral Service)

• Location:
  • Cemetery Plot: Ashes can be buried in a cemetery plot, often in a smaller section dedicated to cremated remains.
  • Columbarium: A columbarium is a structure with niches designed to hold urns containing ashes. Each niche can be personalized with a plaque or inscription.
  • Scattering Garden: Some cemeteries have designated gardens where ashes can be scattered, either in a communal or private area.
  • Family Burial Site: Ashes may also be interred in a family burial site, where multiple generations can be buried together.
  • Personal Property: In some cases, ashes may be interred on private property, depending on local regulations.

• Ceremony:
  • A short service or ceremony may accompany the interment of ashes, similar to a graveside service for a traditional burial. This can include prayers, readings, or personal tributes, allowing family and friends to gather and say their final goodbyes.
  • The ceremony can be religious or secular, depending on the wishes of the deceased or their family.

• Urn:
  • The ashes are typically contained in an urn, which can be made of various materials such as wood, metal, ceramic, or biodegradable substances, depending on the family's preferences and the chosen interment method.
  • In some cases, biodegradable urns are used for burial, allowing the urn to break down naturally over time.

• Plaque or Memorial:
  • A marker or plaque is often placed at the interment site, similar to a headstone, to commemorate the deceased. This marker may include the person's name, dates of birth and death, and sometimes a personal message or symbol.

Interment of Ashes provides a physical place for loved ones to visit and remember the deceased, offering a sense of closure and continuity.