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.
Funerals are not for everyone. You may not like the idea and not want one for yourself, or you may have difficulty deciding what to do for someone you love. So, do you have to have a funeral? Mexican society has been changing its attitudes towards what happens after a death, and now there are more options than ever. Let us show you what you can do.
Do you have to have a funeral by law?
There are no laws in Mexico stating that everyone must have a funeral. However, your body will need to be buried or cremated when you die. And someone, usually a close relative or the person executing your will, has to organize that.
There are all kinds of reasons not to want a funeral. We have some of these described below, along with some suggestions of what you might do instead.
“I don’t want a traditional funeral”: choose an alternative celebration
We get it: the idea of a float heading toward a crowd of black-clad mourners is not appealing to everyone. Do you have to have a funeral like this? Not at all. These days, you have hundreds of options, from donating your body to medical science to hosting a casket decorating party. You can even have your ashes shot into space.
If you want your funeral to be more of a celebration, think about what it could be like. Then, you can look for funeral directors (who are somewhat similar to wedding planners) and some speaker to do things differently.
“I don’t want a big funeral” – choose direct cremation.
He may have written “don’t I have money for a funeral?” At Google because you are concerned about how your loved ones will cope with the stress of organizing one. You may wish to give them your blessing not to arrange a funeral at all, or the opportunity to hold one at a later date, in your own time. Cost could be a concern.
If that is the case, you might consider a simple cremation. This is a simple and economical cremation without a funeral service. The crematorium takes the person who has died into its care, arranges for the cremation and then returns his or her ashes to the family. Some close family members may attend the cremation (not at COVID times), which is usually early in the morning on a weekday.
After the ashes are returned, what happens next is completely open. You (or your family, rather) can leave it that way or hold a memorial service later with the ashes.
Boinita can help you arrange a simple cremation in San Luis Potosi for as little as $6,499 pesos. We will give you or your loved one a simple and dignified farewell, leaving plenty of time to plan a memorial service at a later date.
“Why spend so much money on something I’m not going to see?” – consider a living funeral
Do you have to have a funeral when you die? You could have one while you are still alive, so you can celebrate your life with the people you love and show your appreciation for them.
Live funerals became popular in Japan in the 1990s, and in Europe and the United States after the publication of Mitch Albom’s memoir. Most recently, the Rites of Passage series followed Roch Maher as he arranged a funeral for himself after he was diagnosed with an illness.
You can arrange a living funeral yourself or with the help of a funeral director. Well planned, it can be an amazing experience.
“We can’t have the body there”: organize a memorial service.
You do not have to have a funeral with the body of the person who died. You could have a memorial service instead. For example, many families opt for a simple cremation and hold a memorial service a few months or even a year later. This gives them more time to regroup and prepare. Many others choose to hold a memorial service after a loved one dies and is buried abroad. More information on how to hold a memorial service can be found here.
Whatever you decide, make your wishes clear.
If you have decided that you personally do not want a funeral, it is important to have a conversation with your family and friends about it. Explain what you want and what it means to you. You can also record your wishes in your will, so that they have something as an example.
However, keep in mind that funeral wishes, whether in a will or not, are not binding. Your family and friends have the right to make a decision when the time comes. Psychologically, funerals can be very important for those left behind. Performing a ceremony is a way for loved ones to let go and express their love for the person who died. Do you have to have a funeral? By law, no, but in practice it can happen anyway.
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.
Making funeral planning arrangements can be difficult, whether you are planning a full service or a cremation service in San Luis Potosi for someone close to you or simply planning your own funeral in advance. There are many decisions to be made.
This article is here to guide you through the process from start to finish, with suggested timings to help you if you are arranging a funeral, take your time to follow the steps below.
How to plan a funeral step by step
The funeral planning checklist below should be taken as a friendly guide, rather than instructions, just as every family is different, every funeral is also different.
1) Find a funeral director or funeral home to plan the funeral with you.
You don’t need a funeral director to plan a funeral, but many people find them a great help. If you don’t already have someone in mind, it’s a good idea to compare a few different funeral homes in terms of prices, reviews and whether they offer the services you need.
2) Planning a funeral for a loved one? Check first your willingness for any plan
If you are unsure how to plan a funeral for a loved one, it is worth consulting their will (if there is one) for instructions. You can also ask family members about their wishes.
3) Plan the funeral with your chosen funeral director.
Once you have chosen a funeral director, they will set up a meeting with you to discuss all the different things to plan for at a funeral. This usually takes one or two hours.
Most funeral directors can come to your home to plan the funeral with you, which can facilitate the conversation.
At this point, these would be some of the questions:
Would you like to organize a cremation or burial?
Cremation is the most popular option, with 70% of people preferring it over burial. This may be due to cost: in general, cremation is less expensive than burial and you do not have to pay any fees (monthly or yearly), and direct cremation (cremation without funeral service) is the least expensive option in San Luis Potosi. While most burials take place in local authority-owned cemeteries, “natural” green burials are on the rise, and most funeral directors are now able to offer them. Less common options are private burial (at home, for example) and burial at sea.
Which casket or urn would you prefer?
There are many different types of caskets and urns to choose from, and it can be a bit overwhelming. If you find a casket or urn you like online, it’s okay to buy it and give it to your funeral director.
Would you like to visit your loved one at the funeral home?
Some families find it helpful to come and see the person who died during their time at the funeral home. This is sometimes called a “visit”. Many funeral homes have small, quiet rooms (often called “Chapels of Rest”) for this, where families and close friends can be in private.
Would you like to embalm the body?
Funeral homes perform embalming: washing, dressing and preparing the body of the person who has died so that it looks tidy and peaceful.
Some funeral directors also offer a “hygienic treatment”, where the body is carefully treated with chemicals to preserve it for a longer period of time. This is often suggested when the body is to be repatriated from abroad.
Natural burial grounds generally will not accept bodies that have been embalmed, as the chemicals used in the process are considered harmful to the environment.
What should the person who has died wear?
While some religions require particular burial or cremation clothing, otherwise it is an individual decision. Some people would like to be buried in their favorite clothes, while others may want a fresh new outfit.
If the person who died is to be cremated, it is important to remove metal jewelry first, as this can melt.
Would you like some funeral transportation?
The funeral director will ask you if and how you would like them to hire a vehicle to transport guests to the funeral home. Some funeral homes provide special vehicles and transportation upon request.
While this may be good, it is cheaper to use your own cars.
Where and when would you like the funeral to be held?
There are a few things to consider when choosing the time and date of a funeral. Like weddings, funerals held on weekends can be more expensive.
You will also need to choose a location for the service and reception, if you have one.
Do you want flowers?
Funeral flowers can be arranged through the funeral director or independently.
4) Plan the funeral service with a speaker or religious representative.
Anyone can officiate at a funeral, so if you are not religious, you can ask a speaker to do it. When meeting to discuss the organization of the funeral service, it may be helpful to bring photos and prepare some personal stories to tell. You are also likely to be asked:
Would you like any hymns, songs or classical music for the funeral?
Would you like any specific funeral poems, prayers or readings?
Would you like a theme or special features for a personal service?
What would you like your guests to wear?
How long should the funeral last?
5) Start creating the obituary
The eulogy is the main speech given at the funeral, while the obituary is an (optional) announcement of the death and details of the funeral. Obituaries can be published online or in a newspaper. If you are planning your own funeral, you can gather information in advance to help your family when the time comes.
There are some websites that collect memories, photos and videos of friends and family. On these pages you can tell your story and invite acquaintances to the service.
Do you organize your own funeral?
Remember to keep your funeral wishes in a safe place and let your family know where they are; you can even add them to your will, if you wish. If you are interested in paying for most of your funeral in advance, you might also consider setting up a prepaid funeral plan, although most of the time it is better to have life insurance as we explain in the article Why you may not want to prepay your Funeral?
6) Share the time, place and date of the funeral service.
Once you have finished planning the funeral service, it is time to make calls to inform friends and family of your arrangements. You can also share an obituary online on social media or by email, or pay to publish a death notice in the local newspaper.
7) Organize the flowers
If you are organizing your own floral arrangements, it will probably take a few hours. It is useful to go around and compare opinions and prices.
8) Create the order of service
The order of service is a basic schedule for funeral guests, but many families see it as an opportunity to express their loved one’s personality as well. Generally, the order of service will include biographical information and images of the person who passed away, along with all readings, prayers and songs to be included in the funeral service.
9) Attend the funeral
People grieve in very different ways; it is important to know that there is no right or wrong way to feel at a funeral. Do what you need to do to get to the end of the day and remember to lean on the support of friends and family.
10) Send thank you notes and donate flowers.
You do not have to send thank you notes to those who attended the funeral or sent you cards, but you may do so if you wish. Another thing to consider is the flowers that guests may have sent or brought to the service. While you may want to keep some of the flowers in your home, you can donate the unwanted ones to prevent them from going to waste.
It is perfectly normal to ask someone else to write thank you notes if you need help.
11) Collect the ashes
If your loved one was cremated, you or the funeral director should be able to pick up the ashes from the crematory. In Bonita we personally deliver the urn to your home.
12) Start thinking about the tombstone.
Choosing a memorial stone is a very personal thing, but there is no hurry: it will take some time before it can be added to a grave.
13) Seek bereavement counseling, if needed.
Losing someone close to you can be overwhelmingly difficult. If you find that you need help after you’ve finished planning a loved one’s funeral, whether it’s a sympathetic ear or practical advice, there are organizations that can help.
What happens after the funeral is planned?
After the funeral, the next step is to begin the process of settling the estate of the person who has passed away based on his or her will.
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.
Coronavirus and a Funeral in San Luis Potosi: Paying Tribute Despite the Encirclement
Funeral ceremonies have been limited in the number of people present. This limitation is very difficult for family members who wish to be present on the day of the funeral . What options are possible with funerals in San Luis Potosi and Coronavirus?
Some services are available, such as live streaming of the funeral service. Even this service is becoming more popular as social networking becomes easier and easier, however, it is difficult to achieve these services in real time and include not only family members but also friends.
Since March, most funeral homes have been under containment to reduce the spread of covid-19 in San Luis Potosi and throughout the country. With respect to the funeral, certain rules have been established:
Most crematoria have forbidden ceremonies.
Only a close-knit family may attend the funeral and the number of participants is limited to a maximum number of people.
A distance of one meter is recommended and any physical proximity should be excluded.
The Coronavirus and a Funeral in San Luis Potosi: paying tribute despite the enclosure
Attending funerals over the Internet, a way to recover despite confinement
Already available in the United States, attending funerals broadcast live over the Internet is now possible in Mexico. Therefore, all families can attend the funeral from their homes.
The service is available at any location that authorizes it and allows access to 4G WiFi Internet with a smartphone, tablet or computer that can film the ceremony.
Create an online scrapbook
If you are unable to go to the ceremony site, you can suggest to those around you that you can show your presence by sharing a testimony, a memento, a photo in a collection of mementos. Cousins, neighbors, colleagues, friends… everyone can participate, together, in a collective and positive approach.
It is enough to collect online, with those who have known him, testimonies and photos in tribute to the missing loved ones. Participants are guided by specific questions such as “How did you meet the deceased?” What did you talk about the last time you saw him? Do you have a photo of him to share with us? “
Living mourning is very personal. Everyone evolves at their own pace and the current situation may prevent some from making healthy progress. Therefore, a memorial service may be a solution when possible again.
During a commemoration ceremony, a master of ceremonies is present to welcome the participants. Memories, messages and photos are shared.
It is also an opportunity for families to practice rituals that could not be performed during the funeral.
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.
A Humanist Funeral is a non-religious ceremony that celebrates the life of someone who has passed away. This type of service can be conducted by a speakeror you can simply arrange your own funeral with your loved one’s ashes present.
A humanist funeral is a ceremony that celebrates the life of someone who has died without mentioning a religion or a god. This type of service is often led by a speaker, who guides guests through any readings and music.
More generally, a humanist funeral is any type of non-religious memorial service. If you prefer not to have a guided ceremony with a speaker, you can wait until you have your loved one’s ashes and then arrange a simple memorial service.
Where can you hold a humanist funeral?
Humanist funeral ceremonies generally take place in a crematorium, cemetery or natural burial ground. However, if you choose to arrange a direct cremation, you can arrange your own memorial service with your loved one’s ashes.
These are just some of the places where you could have a memorial service:
Hotel event space
Your home
Garden
Public park
Restaurant
What Happens at a Humanist Funeral?
What happens at a humanist funeral really depends on the person who died and the people who organize the funeral. If the person who died was not religious but was fairly traditional, he or she could follow the established format:
Music plays when the service begins.
The speaker welcomes guests and sets the tone with a reflection on what it means to celebrate a life and say goodbye.
The speaker or a close family member reads the tribute: this is essentially the same as a eulogy and covers the life and character of your loved one.
Friends and family stand up to give readings.
The speaker asks for a moment of silence to think.
The coffin or urn is moved out of sight.
The speaker shares some closing anecdotes and thanks the guests for their attendance.
The music plays when the guests leave.
If the person who died was not religious and was more of a free spirit, you could arrange a direct cremation and have a more informal memorial service at their favorite park, beach or location. You may even choose to scatter your ashes with friends and family present.
If your loved one left a will, it is also worth checking to see if they left specific wishes about their funeral.
If the person who died was not religious and was more of a free spirit, a direct cremation could be arranged. direct cremation and have a more informal memorial service at their park, beach or favorite place. You may even choose to scatter your ashes with friends and family present. If your loved one left a will, it is also worth checking to see if they left specific wishes about their funeral.
Who conducts a Humanist Funeral?
A humanist funeral is usually performed by a speaker. They are responsible for conducting the ceremony while helping family and friends pay their respects to their loved one.
Alternatively, if you are arranging a simpler memorial service with your loved one’s ashes present, you may conduct the ceremony yourself. This could include such things as:
To say a few words to thank everyone for attending.
Place your loved one’s ashes somewhere for everyone to pay their respects.
Play songs that remind everyone of your loved one.
Invite friends and family to say something.
How Much Does a Humanist Funeral Cost?
The cost of a humanist funeral can vary from $5,000 pesos to around $50,000 pesos depending on the type of service you want. This generally breaks down into three specific costs: the funeral and the speaker’s fee.
Funeral Home Rates
In addition to paying for the burial or cremation, there are also additional fees to consider for things like a funeral: flowers, catering and transportation. Together, these costs average around $20,000 pesos, but you can create a funeral for less by arranging things yourself.
Speaker Fees
If you want a speaker to lead the ceremony, this will cost between $4,000 and $8,000 pesos depending on what is involved and where you are located in the country.
What to Wear to a Humanist Funeral?
Every humanist funeral is different, so it is always best to talk to the person arranging it if you are unsure of what to wear. If it’s a fairly formal affair, something smart and discreet would be a safe bet. However, many people now specify that guests should wear bright colors to help make the occasion feel less morbid and more like a celebration. If your loved one left a will, they may have included wishes indicating what they want people to use.
How to Organize a Humanist Funeral?
You can organize a humanist funeral today by calling Boinita. We can take care of the cremation of your loved one starting at only $6,499 pesos. Then, once we have returned the ashes to you, you can arrange a simple memorial service that is perfect for you and your family.
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.
