Today, the choices of urns for cremains is larger than ever. When choosing an urn it is important to start by knowing what will be the ultimate disposition of the ashes. Will you be burying the ashes of a loved one, scattering them or keeping them in your home for display? Here are some of the aspects you should consider when choosing an urn.
Bio-degradable Urns – Many families are making more and more “green” choices when it comes to final arrangements. If you have made the decision to bury the cremains of a loved one and want to minimize the environmental impact, we offer a wide-range of biodegradable urns. Biodegradable urns can be simple box-like containers or they are available in more substantial versions. View our Natural Earth and Natural Salt urns that are both biodegradable and beautiful.
Natural Scatter Urns – Many appreciate the thought of having their ashes scattered upon their demise. Some, who have a life-long affinity for the water may want their ashes scattered over the ocean. Others may want to have their ashes scattered in the woods. Our Natural Scatter Urns are an excellent choice for those whose cremains will be disposed of in this manner.
Marble Urns – Polished marble urns are a substantial and attractive option for holding the cremains of a loved one. Marble urns come in a choice of sizes, shapes, colors and design. They can have a traditional appearance or a more contemporary look. Most marble urns have the ability to be engraved with a simple name and dates or include a loving message.
Metallic Urns – Our choice of metallic urns is more diverse and larger than ever. Choose from Classic Gold or Classic Pewter with Stripes, Golden Leaf or Satin Gold. Select a Silver Oak or Copper Oak design. Perhaps you’d prefer something more ornate like a Black and Gold or Platinum engraved urn. Most of our metal urns have engraving available.
Wooden Chest Urns – For those looking to keep an urn on a dresser, desk or mantel, a beautiful wooden chest urn may be a viable choice. These finely crafted urns are made of a variety of materials including oak, rosewood, cherry and more. They can be stately or simple. The can be plain or have an engraved plaque. Wooden chest urns are a classic, understated way to have a loved one’s remains close by without dominating a room.
Porcelain Urns – Beautiful and traditional, our selection of porcelain urns comes in a choice classic designs including roses, praying hands, and indigo.
We are also pleased to offer a range of keepsakes and keepsake urns like the In Flight Cultured Stone Urns and Keepsakes, clocks, and photo keepsakes. Learn more about your choices by contacting us at Fares J. Radel Funeral Homes and Crematory. We are certain to have an urn to fit your emotions and the spirit of your loved one. We look forward to assisting you.
