What Happens During a Cremation

During a cremation, the deceased’s body is placed in a specialized container and subjected to intense heat and flame in a cremation chamber. The process typically takes a few hours and reduces the body to its basic elements, primarily bone fragments. The container used for cremation may vary based on personal preferences, religious or cultural customs, and the regulations of the cremation services provider.

Once the cremation process is complete and the remains have cooled, the bone fragments are carefully removed from the chamber and allowed to cool further. Any metal objects, such as dental fillings, screws, or prosthetics, are then removed from the cremated remains using a magnet or other specialized tools.

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These objects are separated and disposed of appropriately to ensure the purity of the cremated remains.

Following the removal of metal objects, the bone fragments are processed into a finer consistency, resembling coarse sand. The cremated remains are then placed in a temporary container, such as an urn, or a permanent urn selected by the family. The container is labeled with the deceased’s name and other pertinent information to ensure proper identification. Finally, the cremated remains are returned to the family, who can choose to keep them in an urn, scatter them in a meaningful location, or inter them in a cemetery or memorial site. Some families may also opt for additional memorialization services, such as cremation jewelry or keepsake urns, to honor and remember their loved one in a personal and meaningful way.

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