Cremation is more widely chosen in the United States than ever before. In fact, recent statistics published by the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), show that beginning in 2016, more people opted for cremation than burial, and the projections through 2030 show the margin continuing to expand.
People who choose cremation do so for many reasons, some of which may be related to financial or environmental concerns as well as personal choice.
Not many people want to spend valuable time thinking about their funeral. People generally prefer to leave those affairs to spouses or family, often issuing only vague directives. However, this can result in painful, costly decisions that could have been avoided. Help loved ones and take responsibility for your own funeral and final arrangements for these reasons.
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Above all, the foresight involved in dealing with your own funeral preparations will mean your family no longer has to do it.
If you are in the beginning stages of planning for your final arrangements, you may be trying to decide whether or not cremation will play a role in them. While more people are opting for cremation than ever before, the process is still somewhat mysterious, unlike the more familiar funeral and interment process. This unique and informative list of questions may be helpful in offering you a better understanding of the cremation process.
