Planning a funeral is a major undertaking. There are many decisions involved, but if you’ve settled on cremation service than the next step is to select a suitable urn for your loved one’s remains. While this too can be challenging, it can also be cathartic knowing you are doing something special to honor the person’s memory. Here are three different types of cremation urns to consider.

What Types of Cremation Urns Are Available?

1. Biodegradable

If your loved one was especially environmentally conscious or had a particular interest in doing their best for the planet, you might want to consider a biodegradable urn. This is a good choice if you plan to scatter your loved one’s remains. You can also bury it, with the understanding that eventually it will simply decompose and become a component of the soil.

2. Personalized

There are many ways to honor the life of someone you loved, including placing their remains in a personalized urn. You can have it engraved with something that was important to them, such as a spiritual verse, a favorite song lyric, a beloved poem, or a quote that they used to say often. You could even have a symbol placed on the urn to symbolize something they loved. Another option is to include their name, their dates of birth and passing, and a small commemoration about their life. 

3. Stone

You can find stone cremation urns made with everything from granite to onyx to marble. All offer an elegant look, making them an excellent choice if you plan to keep the urn on display in your home. They withstand the heat of a fireplace well, so they’re suitable if you plan to set the urn on a mantel top. You can find them in a broad range of colors and patterns, making it simple to select one that reflects your loved one’s stylistic preferences. 
 

If you’re coping with the loss of a loved one, you are never alone when you turn to the caring and compassionate professionals at DiPonzio Funeral Home in Rochester, NY. Proudly serving families throughout Monroe County since 1931, they offer a range of services to help you during this difficult time. Lean on them for assistance with making funeral arrangements, selecting a cremation urn, or planning a burial. Visit the website for more information, or call (585) 429-6700 to speak with a representative.