When you choose to have cremation services in West Reading, PA for a loved one, you have the option of keeping the ashes in an urn or spreading them somewhere. Many people prefer to spread their loved one’s ashes in a place that is special and means a lot to them. For many people, this place is a beach. If you are planning to spread a loved one’s ashes at the beach, there are a few things you should consider and keep in mind. Here are a few of those things.
You can’t just spread a loved one’s ashes anywhere you choose or on any beach. You need to make sure the beach you have in mind will permit it. You can check with the city or the owner of the beach to find out if you can spread the ashes there. Not all places allow this and if the location is a public beach, you may not be permitted to do so or you may have to apply for a permit and follow certain rules when spreading the ashes.
If you are having a simple cremation for a loved one and want to give them a memorial service when you spread the ashes, you will want to make sure there is plenty of room on the beach and that memorial services are permitted there. You also need to plan out the details of the service and make sure you let everyone who will be attending know what to expect. You can plan an elaborate service or you can keep it simple and just have your close family and friends there while you say a couple words.
Not everyone wants to have their ashes spread on the beach but may prefer them to still be in the water. If you want to make sure you spread the ashes on the water but need to get them in a deeper area, you will need to rent or borrow a boat. The boat will take you where you need to go and you can spread the ashes in the water. You can also choose to have a memorial service onboard the boat. Some charter companies offer specific services for memorials and other funeral services that can help you lay your loved one to rest properly.
If you are planning on having cremation services in West Reading, PA and you want to be able to give your loved one a proper goodbye, you may be thinking about where you will spread your loved one’s ashes. The beach is a popular option to consider. You can easily spread your loved one’s ashes on the beach of your choice. You can keep the above tips and suggestions in mind when making your plans. If you need help planning cremation services, be sure to reach out to Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home, Inc. We are happy to assist with your plans.