Understanding the Cremation Process
Understanding the Cremation Process Burying a loved one in a traditional burial ground is a familiar and comfortable process and many are reluctant to deviate from it. Most people consider cremation an intimidating process and don’t know what’s involved in it. At Simply Cremations and Funeral Services, we’re willing to explain the funeral process to you. 1. Documentation and Processing The cremation can’t take place without due approval from the closest family member to the deceased person. The person needs to sign documentation granting the funeral director authorization. 2. Preparing the Body Once the funeral director has the approval, they prepare the body for the cremation. They remove everything that doesn’t need to be cremated along with the body like jewelry pieces or medical devices like pacemakers. These devices can explode when exposed to excessive amounts of heat. 3. Placing the Body in a Cremation Casket The body isn’t embalmed unless the family wants t