Can we hold a funeral before cremation?

Question

Right now, our family is leaning toward cremation but still wants a meaningful service. Right now, we are trying to understand direct cremation, authorization, timing, and what happens to the remains afterward. We are comparing providers and we are hearing different explanations of the prices and rules, and I want to know which parts can be confirmed in writing.

Soradin · Accepted Answer

Yes, a family can arrange a viewing or service and then proceed with cremation. For this funeral planning decision, cremation choices can include direct cremation, a viewing before cremation, a funeral service with the body present, or a memorial after cremation. When comparing funeral arrangements, authorization, identification, permits, and disposition of the remains should be clearly documented. Request written itemized pricing from the provider, and check the source of any claimed requirement, distinguishing law and cemetery rules from the provider's own policy before payment.

Can we hold a funeral before cremation?

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