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  • Where should I place a Cremation Urn in my home?

    “I never thought I would be the type of person to display an urn in my living room. Yet, here it is.”

    For someone, visualizing the urn of a loved one comes naturally.

    Of course, I should have a special place in my home, but Do I want it to be outdoors for all to see? […]

  • Being buried with my pets’ ashes, how do I fix this?

    How can I be buried with the ashes of my dogs or cats?

    Many people would like to be cremated and have their ashes combined with the ashes of their pets who have passed away before so they can be together again. But how is this type of cremation service arranged?

    Talk to the funeral home or […]

  • 5 reasons why cremation is better than burial

    Why is cremation better than burial?

    When it comes to funeral services, just 10 years ago, someone wanting to be cremated was very rare. However, according to several surveys, today, almost 75% of people prefer to be cremated rather than buried, regardless of their religious beliefs. But why is cremation gaining so much momentum? Here are […]

  • Why do many people prefer to be cremated rather than buried?

    Most people prefer to be cremated

    Finances are an important factor in choosing cremation, but there is also much more flexibility. Families have many more opportunities to personalize the way they honor their loved one. Most funerals are “dress in black, kneel and pray in front of his body, inside a coffin”. With cremation you can […]

  • Can a person who had an accident or suicide be cremated?

    Cremation in people who had an accident or suicide

    According to Mexican law it is not possible to cremate a person who had an accident or suicide, cremating a person erases any type of evidence that clarifies the lack of an organ, as well as the causes of death.

    Cremation of bodies that suffered violent death is […]

  • 7 things to do when my loved one dies

    The loss of a family member can lead to a sea of emotions. You may not want to do anything, or feel exactly the opposite. If you know your loved one may pass away soon, it is helpful to be prepared and have a plan of action to take when the time comes. Here are […]

  • What is a death certificate?

    With death comes paperwork. As you navigate the afterlife proceedings of your loved one, you will need to complete the forms to obtain a death certificate. Most funeral homes or crematories (including Boinita) will help you do this. But knowing the process and the information required can help speed up the process.

    What is a death […]

  • Is cremation cheaper than burial?

    End-of-life planning is not easy. There are many factors to consider when making decisions for a loved one’s final arrangements. An important decision is the choice between burial or cremation. The difference between these two can be considerable.

    In Mexico, the national average cost of cremation (with funeral) has risen sharply in the last five years. […]

  • Why is price transparency in cremation important?

    Surveys conducted in several countries make it clear that giving consumers full pricing on cremation and transparent funeral costs will save them money.

    For example, prices were analyzed in California, where state law requires prices to be published online. But a loophole in the law meant that 25 percent of funeral homes were hiding their prices […]