Need a Cremation Urn? Here’s How to Find the Right One!

How should you go about getting the right cremation urn in honor of your deceased loved one? You can bet that the funeral director who help you plan the cremation will be able to help you select one for the cremation service in Mesa, AZ. One decision you’ll need to make revolves around which cremation urn to purchase.

Here are some things to think about when you’re seeking out the right urn for your loved one’s ashes.

Budget

You will want to carefully consider your budget for a cremation urn. The good news is that a cremation urn will cost less than a casket. You will want to look at the general price list so that you can see the range of urns that the funeral home offers. That way, you’ll be able to figure out a realistic budget and then buy an urn that meets your needs.

Plans for the Cremated Remains

You likely won’t be able to find the right urn unless you figure out what you want to do with the ashes. Do you wish to bury the urn in an urn garden? There are various types of urns that are suitable for burial. You can bury any urn you want to. But if you want to lower the carbon footprint, you might want to go with a biodegradable urn. Do you want to hold a celebration of life service or a memorial service before scattering the cremated remains of your loved one? You can choose an urn that is specifically designed to make scattering easier. So ensure you communicate openly with the funeral director. The more they know about what you want to do with the ashes, the more they’ll be able to advise you about what urn to buy.

Size

It goes without saying that you’ll want to find an urn that is appropriately sized. For this step, you’ll want to rely on the expertise of the funeral director. They will know what size is best.

Material

Another thing to consider is what material you prefer. There are urns made of wood, marble, granite, brass, copper, glass, ceramic, and many more. Do you have a preference? Is there a material type that the deceased would have favored? Before choosing the material, decide where you will keep the urn. For instance, there are many beautiful wood urns available. But you probably won’t want a wood urn if the plan is to display the urn outdoors.

We’re a full-service funeral home that is well known for offering affordable direct cremation services that are the most cost-effective in and around the area. We also offer cremation services from our own crematory. So if your goal is to plan an affordable cremation service in Mesa, AZ that honors your deceased loved one and blesses you and your family, we’re here to assist. For the help you need to arrange a body disposition or to preplan one for yourself, get in touch to speak with one of our licensed industry professionals.