Do you need a funeral home if a family member passes away?
In short, yes. We often hear this question from families who choose direct cremation for their loved ones. Perhaps there is still some attachment to the traditional idea of a funeral and the work of a funeral home: embalming, carrying the coffin to the church and to the cemetery for burial.
So, since a direct or simple cremation does not involve any of these things, it makes sense to ask whether or not a funeral home is necessary.
Cremation is a form of disposition
The key word is “readiness”. In the eyes of the law, cremation is considered a form of disposition like burial, perhaps even more so considering the fact that cremation is irreversible.
Funeral homes are licensed to supervise the disposition of any person who has died. And they help with all governmental procedures..
For the same reasons that a family cannot bury a loved one without a funeral home, neither can they take their loved one to the crematory without a funeral home. And as you can imagine, there is much more to the process than being present at the cremation.
Your funeral home is responsible for:
Complete and obtain the death certificatetogether with medical professionals.
Obtain the necessary permits for cremation according to state law.
Obtain specific written authorizations from family members so that everyone is legally protected.
Work directly with the crematorium to ensure that its operating standards meet the highest possible criteria.
Funeral homes help to prepare the tribute
It is important to remember that an important part of a funeral home’s job is to help your family prepare an appropriate tribute for your loved one after cremation. For many people who are used to the traditional order of events, this probably seems a bit backwards.
There are many families who choose to hold a funeral service at a date after the cremation that is more convenient for them, and this provides a greater opportunity to carefully personalize the tribute and involve all who wish to participate.
This way it is more economical since the family organizes the event and only selects what is really important. This type of funeral service is known as a humanistic funeral.
We have designed Boinita with your family’s independence and economy in mind. It is the only way to complete a cremation for your loved one without using a traditional funeral home.
Your family has control of how to make the following tribute. We believe that an option such as ours is long overdue.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
Funerals can be religious or non-religious depending on the beliefs of the person who passed away; it is a personal choice.
Although having a funeral in a religious manner used to be considered traditional, attitudes are changing. Last year, non-religious funerals increased by 18%.
What is a non-religious funeral called?
A non-religious funeral is sometimes referred to as a celebration of life or a humanist funeral. However, a humanist funeral may have religious readings and hymns if requested.
What is an atheist funeral?
An atheist funeral is a funeral ceremony for someone who did not follow a religion and rejects religious views associated with life and death. Since an atheist funeral contains no religious readings or hymns, family and friends may read excerpts from a book, poem or share stories of their loved one. This may be a sincere tribute in his memory.
What happens at a non-religious funeral?
A non-religious funeral may have music, readings and personal tributes. But the exception will be the lack of religious content. Friends and family can come together to express and share their stories, as well as to celebrate a person’s life in a simple and sincere way.
Where can a non-religious funeral be held?
A non-religious funeral can be held anywhere. The ceremony can take place at a crematory, cemetery chapel, burial site, event hall, or hotel. Services can also be performed in your own home.
If your loved one had a favorite place to visit and you wish to arrange the service there, talk to your funeral home and they will provide the service.
Who can conduct a non-religious funeral?
Anyone can conduct a non-religious funeral. This may include family members or friends, or you could use a speaker. You can plan what you would like to be included in the ceremony and the order. Here are some things you can include:
Music selection, favorite songs for the beginning, middle and end of the ceremony.
Readings, for family members and friends.
Read a poem, either one that is personal to the person who died or one that is special to you.
Share stories of your loved one.
How do you dress for a non-religious funeral?
This is similar for those attending a traditional funeral. The etiquette of what to wear may be a choice previously made by the deceased family member. They may want everyone to wear bright colors. While there are no set rules about what to wear to a non-religious funeral, it is good to dress respectfully, unless otherwise specified by the family.
What do you talk about at a non-religious funeral?
Offer condolences and words of comfort appropriate to the tone of the funeral. You may wish to share a story with a grieving loved one and recall an experience. However, if the ceremony has a more serious tone, offer your sincere condolences and simply acknowledge your loss.
If you wish to contribute to the ceremony, talk to a family member to see if this is possible.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
Unfortunately, the mental and emotional suffering that death brings to the relatives of the deceased is inexplicable. The situation becomes more difficult if the person has died in another country or city and you do not know the procedure to bring him or her back home.
In this case, you will probably need the services of two funeral homes, one in the area where the person died and one in the city or town where the deceased will be buried. Many people prefer to contact a funeral home in the city where the deceased was born so that arrangements can be made. The funeral home will coordinate transportation with a local funeral home in the city where the person died.
Here is the detailed procedure for transporting deceased family members:
Air transport services for the deceased:
Airlines provide services to obtain the required documents for the shipment of deceased persons. You will need the services of;
Services for transporting deceased persons by train:
Transportation by train of family members who died within the country can be arranged at a reasonable cost only if a minimum shipping service is contracted and the funeral home takes care of the receiving process in the destination city.
Road transport services for the deceased (carriage):
Transportation of the deceased within a city or between cities is the easiest to arrange. Road transportation is a service that most funeral homes perform on an ongoing basis. Try to get a quote from at least 3 funeral homes.
Other transportation services for the deceased:
Transportation of a deceased family member may require several destinations either by air or boat or in a funeral van known as a hearse.
Take into account all the expenses that the family member arranging the death arrangements may have, such as hotels, meals, taxes, transportation, casket, tips, etc.
What is the most economical option for transporting a deceased family member?
Undoubtedly the most economical option for transporting a deceased family member is simple cremation without a funeral service. In this way, all the death certificates are obtained in the city where the person died, the death certificate is issued, the cremation of the loved one and as the urn containing the ashes is small, one can transport it in one’s own car or buy a plane ticket without so many formalities or expenses..
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
Cremating a family member, how do you know that the ashes you receive do not belong to someone else?
It is impossible to declare that cremated ashes returned to a family member are 100% of that person. The likelihood of mixing is inevitable. But ashes that are extraneous to the person being cremated should be no more than 1% of the total ashes.
Types of cremation ovens
This is simply because most of crematoria ovens are composed of a brick-like material and naturally contain ash in the cracks and crevices of the floor, making 100% cleaning of a space heated to 1600 degrees difficult.if not impossible.
The ashes in modern crematoria are raked front or center with a large metal brush into an opening in the furnace floor that allows them to fall into a collection tray for easy transport to the next process.
In addition, the crematory operator is operating in a legal manner with high ethical standards.
Cleaning process in cremation furnaces
Before placing the body in the cremation oven, the area is cleaned and then the cremation of the body begins. You don’t have two or three people at the same time, just one ata time. Once the ashes are cleaned, another body is placed.
A labeling system is also used to avoid mistaken identity.
Therefore, it would be unlikely to be confused, operators are very careful not to mix incinerated ashes.
Some crematories allow family members to be present when the cremation process begins. Although in times of Covid-19 this measure is temporarily prohibited by health agencies to protect family members from possible contagion.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
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 some reasons why:
Cremation is economical
The first reason is that it is economical. The burial and all its related services can cost quite a lot; as it involves not only buying a burial quadruplex which can run around $40,000 pesos or more, it also includes embalming, buying a casket, transporting the body, etc.
On the other hand, cremation does not require many of the services associated with traditional funerals. In fact, you don’t even need a funeral home to prepare the body and can take it directly to a crematory. You save the cost of a casket, memorial service and can even keep the ashes at home if you wish! Therefore, for people on a tight budget, cremation is a much better option than burial.
Cremation is simple
The second reason is that cremation is simple. With our fast-paced lives, it sometimes happens that the loved ones of a deceased person find it difficult to have a proper funeral that involves days. With cremation there is no need to prepare the body, have a viewing service or make arrangements with funeral homes.
Direct cremation takes only a few hours and the bereaved family is free to hold a memorial gathering at home to remember the deceased.
3.- Shortage of cemeteries
The third reason is that there is an increasing shortage of cemeteries, as burial takes up a lot of space. Today’s cemeteries are not only expensive, but many times, people must travel far from home to find a location of their choice.
On the other hand, the remains of the cremated person can always be kept in an urn, which takes up much less space, whether you are burying the urn in the ground or keeping it in a mausoleum.
4.- Cremation going green
Environmental concerns are the fourth reason cremation is on the rise. People who have lived a “green” movement throughout their lives want to avoid increasing their carbon footprint once they are gone.
Burial involves not only the use of harmful chemicals in embalming, but also consumes natural resources such as wood (used in coffins) and soil.
Cremation, especially with new technologies, has a much lower environmental impact. Therefore, cremation is now part of a “green funeral”.
Cremation is more personal.
Finally, cremation is a much more personal way to say goodbye to your loved one. The deceased person’s ashes can be scattered at their favorite place or kept at home in an urn. That way, you are always close to your loved one, while at the funeral you must travel to the cemetery to see your loved one. You can’t even do it whenever you want; it must follow the rules and regulations of the place where it is buried.
Another nice thing about cremation is that you can take the ashes with you if you are moving from that city/location, but you can’t if the person is buried in a casket.
For all these reasons cremation is better than burial, and what do you think about it?
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
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 some important things to do when a loved one dies.
1. Call the funeral home and your trusted physician.
Before your loved one can be cared for by a funeral or cremation provider, a medical professional must declare him or her dead in order to issue a medical certificate of death. If your loved one has died at home, you can call the funeral home or cremation service as long as the death is from natural causes.
If your loved one has died in an accident you must first call 911 or the public prosecutor’s office.
2. Contact family and close friends
Notify immediate family and close friends. Relieve yourself of the burden by asking them to help you notify more distant connections. Arrange for children, parents and pets to be cared for. Contact your loved one’s employer.
3. Secure your properties
Make sure your loved one’s car is parked in a safe area and the house is locked. Ask someone to care for your loved one’s pets before making permanent arrangements.
4. Life Insurance
If your loved one has life insurance, he or she may be eligible for benefits to cover burial or cremation costs. Visit your insurance company’s website to find out what is covered.
5. Locate a will or personal information
It helps to have a plan. Before your loved one passes, talk to your loved one about whether he or she has a will or living trust. Help them organize their personal information for financial and digital accounts. When your loved one has passed away, locate their information and complete the deceased’s requests.
6. Plan a Wake or Celebration
Before your loved one passes, ask them how they would like to be celebrated and remembered. When the time is right, honor their wishes and celebrate their loved one’s life and impact on the world.
Store the cremation urn.
If you decided to have a cremation, you can keep the ashes at home, bury them in a garden or niche, or scatter them in your loved one’s favorite place. All are good options and choose the one that brings you the most peace.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
Buying a burial crypt is usually a simple business. But there are some surprising details you should know. Here is the detail of crypts in a cemetery, the prices and that mysterious term, “Exclusive Right of Burial”.
What is a cemetery plot?
A burial plot is a small area of land in which someone is, or may be, buried. It may contain only one person or a few, such as a couple or a family. Generally, you don’t actually buy a burial crypt as a plot of land. Instead, you buy the right to decide who is buried in that land for a certain number of years. It is more like a lease.
What is the exclusive right of burial?
Having the exclusive right of burial means that you have the right to say who is buried in a particular burial plot. You may also place a monument (such as a headstone) on the grave.
Obtaining a grant of exclusive burial rights is not the same as purchasing a plot of land for burial. It does not mean that you are the owner of the land. It is closer to renting or leasing. And like all income, it has a time limit.
How long does the exclusive right of burial last?
Cemeteries generally offer an exclusive burial right for a crypt for 25 to 100 years. Once it expires, the owner will be asked if they wish to renew.
How to buy a grave in the cemetery?
Cemeteries are generally privately owned or owned by a religious organization (such as a church). But there are also government cemeteries.
Generally, a burial plan is not guaranteed in a funeral plan, as it is a third-party service and prices change. You can purchase a burial crypt separately to be on the safe side.
If you have purchased a cemetery plot for burial, it is a good idea to mention it as an asset in your will. You should also make sure that your family knows where to find the grant of exclusive burial rights.
How much does a burial crypt cost?
The average cost of a burial plot in Mexico is $25,000 pesos. But rates vary widely throughout the country. In rural areas, the prices of funerary tombs are usually very economical VS in the cities, which can multiply several times their price.
On a budget? In addition to the average price of a cemetery plot, it is also worth considering the cost of a headstone or memorial plaque.
What happens when your exclusive right of burial is exhausted?
If you do not renew, the person who has been buried may still remain there. No one will move his body. But other people may be buried around or on top of them at a later date.
If there is a monument on the grave, you can raise it and take it to another place. Otherwise, the cemetery or graveyard may destroy it.
How to transfer or share the exclusive right of burial?
If you have the exclusive right of burial for a crypt, you can decide who is buried there for the duration of the lease.
If you wish, you may ask the cemetery to make you and another person co-owners of the crypt. This means that both have the same right to choose who is buried there, and both can be buried there when they die.
You can also pass on your exclusive right of burial when you make your will.
If you die without a will, the property will automatically pass to your next of kin. It is usually your spouse/civil partner, or shared between your children if you are not related. If this means that the crypt is shared among too many people, it can be awkward, as everyone has to agree before someone can be buried. Therefore, it is a good idea to make a will and clarify things.
What is a forest burial ground?
A forest burial plot is an area of land in a forest or natural environment where someone can be buried.
Forest burial crypts are dedicated to ecological farewells. The deceased is buried using natural and biodegradable fabrics and in an ecological coffin. Embalming is generally prohibited.
Many forest cemeteries do not allow memorial stones. However, you can plant a tree or place a bird box to mark the spot.
Things to think about when buying a tomb
What should you consider before buying a tomb? Well…
Cemetery or forest cemetery? A forest cemetery is more environmentally friendly and less costly. But a cemetery allows you a monument and will probably be closer to home.
Visit the future cemetery in advance and get to know the place. It should be convenient and a place you are happy to visit.
Compare costs. Cemetery rates vary quite a bit! And often, they also offer different types of crypts at different prices. The mausoleum chambers are the most expensive.
Who will be buried there? If you want more than one person to be buried, make sure there is space. You can buy two spaces together. A single crypt can hold up to three people or up to six urns of ashes.
Cremation first? In some cemeteries, you may purchase a smaller burial plot for cremated remains only. These are less expensive than casket plots.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
For those who wish to plan ahead, paying for a funeral plan can be an excellent way to ensure that you are financially prepared for the costs associated with burial and cremation services. While there are other alternatives, such as life insurance, or investing, we will explore them all below.
What is a funeral plan?
A funeral plan sets aside a funeral at today’s prices. With a funeral plan, you pay a pre-established amount of money to cover the cost of your future funeral services, the full amount of which is released at the time of your death to cover all agreed-upon expenses.
This protects the client from the annual price and fee increases we are currently seeing in the funeral industry. With the price of a funeral rising much faster than inflation, the average funeral is expected to be a financial hardship for many families.
What are the advantages of a funeral package?
In addition to setting aside your funeral at current prices, a funeral plan gives you greater control over the details of your funeral.
It also gives you the opportunity to choose your preferred funeral home, ensuring that your funeral is not in the hands of someone you have not directly approved.
What does a funeral plan usually include?
They usually do not cover all funeral costs, but most will include:
Funeral home fees. This would generally include collecting the deceased, transporting them to the funeral, arranging the funeral service, paperwork, and basic care of the deceased (washing and dressing them, for example).
The coffin. This could be a simple, inexpensive casket or a more elaborate wooden casket.
Hearse or hearse. Basic plans will generally include the cost of hiring a hearse to take the deceased person to his or her funeral and to the cemetery or crematory. You may also be offered additional funeral cars or limousines for the family at an additional cost.
Administrative expenses. Most providers will charge an administrative fee for their work in setting up the plan.
Cancellation fees. Some providers will charge you if you wish to cancel your funeral plan at a later date.
It is important to check the fine print of any funeral plan you purchase to make sure what is covered and what is not.
Because funeral plan providers cannot control all the costs involved in a funeral, your family may have to pay a little more when the time comes. But the plan must cover all or most of the services you will need.
How do funeral packages work?
You can purchase a funeral plan by paying in advance or in installments. The money goes into a fund with an insurance policy, which will be used to pay for the service when the time comes.
Depending on where you purchase your funeral plan, you may be asked to choose between different packages. A higher cost package could include more funeral cars, a more decorative casket and potentially more flexibility with the time and date of the funeral.
Can you pay for funerals monthly in advance?
A funeral service plan saves your family the stress of planning and paying for your funeral by arranging everything in advance.
If you are interested in purchasing a funeral plan, the questions you should ask a provider are:
What costs are not included in my funeral plan?
Is it possible to cancel or modify the plan if circumstances change?
Is there a cancellation fee?
What happens if there are outstanding payments at the time of death?
Do I have to use a certain funeral company?
Can the family make changes to the funeral if they wish?
What happens if death occurs abroad?
Is there a clear complaints procedure?
What happens if the Funeral Home closes?
If you wish to have the funeral in another state or municipality, is it possible?
What are the alternatives to a funeral package?
Insurance Policies
Advantages Life insurance policies.
Lifetime protection for age 50 and over will pay an agreed amount at the time of death. This means that it may go some way toward covering funeral costs, depending on how comprehensive your coverage is. It is often the best option because your family receives a larger amount than a funeral home package would cover.
Disadvantages Life insurance policies.
Funeral plans require you to pay a fixed amount, while life insurance requires a regular payment until the time of death. Depending on how long you live, there can be a big difference between these two figures.
Life insurance costs can also be extremely high if you have pre-existing health conditions, whereas this is irrelevant in a funeral plan.
Funeral plans also allow for much greater control and put all important decisions in your hands. With some insurance products, you may not even have a say in whether you want to be buried or cremated.
Savings and investment accounts
Most savings accounts do not generate much interest at this time, but you can always set aside a portion of your savings to pay for funeral expenses. Other alternatives, such as investing money, can help pay for funeral expenses.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
Funerals can cost much more than people expect and it is not uncommon for family members of the deceased to pay up to $80,000 for afuneral service. With many factors to consider, such as burial fees, flowers, transportation, paperwork, niches and reception, costs can begin to mount, which can put a family under financial strain in a time of distress.
Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce funeral costs and keep expenses manageable. Here we take a look at five of the best ways to limit the amount of money you spend on a funeral.
Burial and cremation fees
Burial and cremation fees can often be one of the most expensive aspects of a funeral. This is particularly true in downtown areas where space is at a premium. Alternatives to keep costs down may include the choice of natural burial or direct cremation.
A natural burial involves a burial in a protected area with a beautiful garden where the deceased are returned to the earth in the most natural way possible. It is generally considered much better for the environment.
Similarly, you may opt for a simple cremation. This occurs outside of peak crematory hours and mourners cannot be present at the cremation. The ashes are returned to the family after the service. This is much cheaper than the classic burial or cremation options and any money you save can be used to remember the deceased through a suitable memorial service organized by the family.
Coach or limousine transportation
It is often considered traditional to have limousines driving to the funeral service. However, this is a matter of personal preference and can certainly reduce funeral costs if you reduce transportation.
Depending on where the service takes place, the family can make its own way, allowing the money to be spent in more essential areas. It may happen that funeral directors exert a little pressure in an effort to convince you that optional extras such as transportation are essential for a proper funeral. However, the choice should be left up to you to decide what you do and do not want for the funeral, and remember that your choice in this matter is final.
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If you wish to hold a wake or memorial service, there are several ways to reduce costs. There is no right or wrong way, so do what you think is best and try to plan within your means.
Instead of hiring a large venue, the wake can be held at the home of the deceased or at the home of a family member. Similarly, the responsibility for the meal can be shared among all the guests, and everyone brings a dish to share.
Fundraising or Crowdfunding
A more modern way to reduce funeral costs is through the use of crowdfunding. Instead of one family member or part of the family assuming full financial responsibility, those who knew the deceased can donate to help cover expenses.
This can be a fantastic way to cover the cost of a funeral and bring people together to remember the deceased. When everyone has invested something, no matter how small, there is often a sense of greater participation in the proceedings among all those present. This also makes it possible for family and friends living abroad to feel involved and contribute to the funeral.
Use a comparison site
Finally, one of the best ways to reduce funeral costs is by using a price comparison site. You can save time and money, and this can greatly simplify the planning process, allowing you to take full control of the funeral you are looking to arrange.
Plan ahead
If you have the luxury of time before you or a loved one passes away, you may want to consider taking out a funeral plan or life insurance.
Take out a monthly payment plan
While a financing plan actually increases the final cost of your funeral, many find it more manageable to pay your funeral costs over the course of a year or two, rather than paying it up front. When you take out a month-to-month plan you can manage your payments, and if you are waiting for your inheritance to arrive, this credit can make a lot of sense.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
About 70% of all funerals in Mexico involve cremation, but until you attend one, the cremation process can seem a bit mysterious. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Whether you are arranging a funeral with a cremation, attending one as a guest or just curious about how it works, this guide will explain what happens at a cremation and how the cremation process works, covering:
What is cremation?
What happens in a cremation service?
What happens during the cremation process?
How is a cremation organized and how much does it cost?
What is cremation?
Cremation is a process that transforms the remains of a person who has died into “ashes” using intense heat. These ashes are, in fact, small bone fragments. Once cremation is completed, the ashes are returned to the family of the person who has died.
The machine used to cremate bodies is called a crematory furnace. The place where cremations take place is called a crematorium.
What happens in a cremation service?
If you haven’t attended a funeral with a cremation before, you may be wondering what to expect: how long does a cremation service take and what do guests need to know?
Did you know? A cremation without a funeral service is called a “direct cremation”. This costs much less than a standard cremation. You can get more information about direct cremation in San Luis Potosi here to arrange it with Boinita, where the single price is $ 6,499 pesos.
What happens during the cremation process?
The cremation itself usually occurs on the day of death. So how exactly does cremation work? We have put together some frequently asked questions about the process to help you.
How is a body prepared for cremation?
After the funeral home has picked up the deceased, they will keep the deceased in a cool, temperature-controlled room at the funeral home. Embalming is not required for cremation, although some families request it.
Before the funeral, the person who has died will be washed and dressed in the clothing chosen by his or her family. Jewelry may be worn, but it is advised that anything of sentimental value be removed prior to the actual cremation.
Funeral directors always remove clocks, as the batteries can explode in the crematory. For the same reason, pacemakers and other medical devices should be removed prior to cremation.
What can you put in a casket for cremation?
Cards, letters and photographs are usually fine, but it is best to ask the crematory about any other items.
Synthetic clothing, rubber-soled shoes and stuffed animals are generally not allowed, as well as hollow items such as bottles, exploding containers. Battery-operated items, such as cell phones, should also be removed from the casket prior to cremation.
What happens during the actual cremation? How long does cremation take?
Before cremation takes place, the cremation chamber is heated to about 870-980 ºC (870-980 ºF). The coffin is then placed in the chamber, where it is lit by a column of flames. Cremation lasts approximately three to four hours, after which only bone fragments remain. These are left to cool for about 30 minutes. A powerful magnet is then used to extract metal fragments from the ashes. A type of grinder called a creminator is then used to convert the bone fragments into a fine grayish-white powder. The ashes are placed in a container called an urn and given to the family.
Do you have to have a casket for cremation?
Depends on the crematorium. Many crematories require a casket, as this makes it much easier to place the body in the crematory. Others do not require it and place the body on a flat board.
What happens to the casket during the cremation process?
The casket will be cremated along with the person who has died. During the cremation process, the casket will be burned first, leaving only small traces.
Can the family observe the cremation process?
This will depend on the crematory, but many will allow one or two family members to observe the cremation. Currently, in times of COVID-19, entry to crematories is not allowed by government orders, in order to avoid contagions.
Do you ever cremate more than one person at a time?
No: human cremators can only take one casket at a time, so all cremations are performed separately. The crematory could make exceptions in special circumstances, such as if the family had asked if a mother and baby could be cremated together.
How long after cremation will you get the ashes?
The ashes will usually be ready for collection approximately one day after death. If the family has not chosen a specific urn for the ashes, they will come in a simple container.
Who gets the ashes after cremation?
The funeral home will generally pick up the ashes from the crematory on behalf of the family and then deliver them along with the Certificate of Cremation.
Many people wonder who has the rights to the ashes after cremation. The crematory will generally return the ashes to the family member named on the cremation form or to the funeral director. If you are collecting the ashes yourself, it is important to bring a form of official identification.
Not sure what to do with the ashes after a cremation? Here are some ideas from our blog Boinita.
How to organize a cremation
If you wish to arrange a cremation, your first step is to find a good service.
How much does cremation cost?
The average cost of a funeral with cremation is around $25,000 pesos. This is much less than the burial, which generally costs around $34,000 pesos.
A direct cremation, where there is no funeral service, is even less. Reaching around $6,499 pesos at Boinita.
What documentation is needed for the cremation process to continue?
Medical certificate of death. It must be issued by a physician, either the one who was treating the deceased, or another physician at the hospital who confirms the death. In case you do not have a physician to issue it, Boinita can send one at an additional cost ($1,400 pesos).
Official identification of the deceased. Copy of INE credential, passport or official identity document.
Birth certificate (true copy of the book or electronic).
Marriage certificate in case the deceased is married (Copy).
Official identification of the person who will be responsible for the service. Original and copy.
At Boinita we can take care of the cremation of your loved one. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
Boinita offers Single Cremation services without a Funeral Service, with a fixed price and 24-7 customer service. Boinita is located in the metropolitan areas of Aguascalientes, Cancun, Hermosillo, Merida and San Luis Potosi.
