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When someone you love passes, most of your time is spent grieving the loss and making funeral arrangements. While burial is a traditional choice, many people today opt for cremation. While the topic is difficult to broach, it’s important to understand how this process works so you can find peace in your decision. 

Everything You Need to Know About Cremation

Identification

When a person has passed away, a family member will be required to identify the body. Once you have identified your loved one, you must authorize the funeral home to commence the cremation services. 

Preparation

cremationOnce the proper documentation has been completed, the body will be prepared by removing jewelry or ornamental items. Then, they will make a note of any medical installments your loved one may have had, like a metal hip or dental fillings. While these items can enter the cremation chamber, they must be documented. Once the preparations have been completed, the body is placed carefully in a casket or combustible box and inserted into the cremation chamber. 

Cremation

A cremation chamber is a high-powered furnace that reaches extremely high temperatures—as hot as 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The casket is placed inside and exposed to high heat for about two hours. When it’s removed, the cremation director will take out remaining metal and grind residual fragments into a fine dust. The ashes are placed carefully into an urn and presented to those who authorized the process. 

 

Discussing funeral arrangements can be tough, but with help from the right funeral home, you can get through it easily. In Sparta, WI, that means calling Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home. Since 1858, this group of compassionate and caring professionals has provided support and care to families during their most difficult times. Whether you’re looking into cremation services or a traditional burial, you can trust they’ll guide you through the process with respect and integrity. For more help, reach out online or by phone at (608) 269-6666. 

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