Cremation vs. Burial

Through these brutal times, we really must face reality and choose more wisely than ever before with everything that we do today. This includes the costs of burying our loved ones as well. Supply and demand are affecting everyone around the nation. When it is crucial to make those final decisions on a tight budget it is a very wise idea to choose funeral homes in Mount Summit, IN.

Burial Costs To Consider

Religion can play a very large part when planning out our final days. Some religions do not believe in cremation and thus is the more expensive way to go when it comes to the death of our loved ones.

There are a huge number of costs that go into the burial of a loved one that many don’t even consider. Many people don’t realize how many decisions that there truly are to make when it comes to a burial or the costs that are factored in.

Decisions That Have To Be Made:

1) Choosing a casket.

2) Clothing that will be worn.

3) When to schedule the funeral.

4) Whether to have graveside services.

5) Involving your church for services. This could mean just having your pastor, priest or minister involved. Or even having the full services at your church.

6) The final resting place.

7) Choosing a headstone.

8) Choosing a vault

The list can grow even larger depending on other aspects. Then there are the costs that are involved.

Every aspect of a funeral has a cost. It is best that you discuss all you can with the funeral home that you have chosen. If you have a budget, these decisions may become daunting.

Costs of a Funeral:

1) The purchase of a casket

2) Embalming of the body

3) Storage of the body until services can be held

4) Cost of the pickup and delivery of the body

5) Purchase of a cemetery plot

6) Purchase of a headstone or marker

7) Purchase of a vault

8) Purchasing the facility for the services. Even churches ask for a donation of a certain dollar amount.

Each aspect of a funeral has to be paid for. It is estimated that the total cost of a burial with services can run upwards of $50,000. With the rising costs of everything in our economy, many can not afford the overall costs of a burial.

Cremation and the Costs

Setting religion aside, in actuality, the most cost-effective service available is cremation. There are many different options, but, when it comes down to the dollars and cents and the economic strife that makes cremation all the more desirable.

Decisions for Cremation:

1) Locating a certified crematory

2) Memorial service or a church service

3) Scheduling the service

4) Choosing an urn, chest, or other vessel

As you can see there are even fewer decisions that have to be made when it comes to a cremation, this alone alleviates a great deal of stress on family members as well as cutting down the costs.

Costs of Cremation:

There are a lot fewer things that have to be paid for when it comes to having a cremation performed.

1) Pick up of the body

2) Performance of the cremation

3) Purchasing a vessel for the ashes

4) Paying for a memorial service

In most cases, the average cost for cremation can be done for around $5,000 or lower depending on the decisions that are made.

One of the biggest costs factored is for the memorial services. But, these costs can be cut down significantly by either not having a service or planning something at a later date. This could even be a small celebration of life at the family home for all friends and family to gather.

As you can see the overall picture for the option of cremation is vastly smaller than a burial. When it comes to the final decision, choose cremation to help not only cut costs but is better for the overall environment as well. Check into local cremation services and you will see for yourself how cost-effective cremation can truly be.

You can learn more about funeral homes in Mount Summit, IN. Talk to us at Sproles Family Funeral Home to schedule a consultation and learn about cremation services/funeral home services. Visit our offices in Indiana or call our locations.