Choosing cremation services in Muhlenberg Township, PA for a loved one is always a nice and affordable way to ensure they get the goodbye they deserve. You may be thinking about spreading your loved one’s ashes somewhere special. One option is to spread them at the beach. This is something many people do and it can be a nice way to pay tribute to the life of your loved one. If you are thinking about spreading a loved one’s ashes at the beach, be sure to keep some of these tips in mind that can help make the planning process easier for you and your family.
While you may have a favorite beach picked out, that doesn’t mean they will allow you to spread the ashes there. Some places do not give permission to dispose of human ashes and you will need to make sure you check before doing so. If you, do it without permission and get caught, you could be facing a large fine. You can check with the city where you plan to spread the ashes to get permission before you make your plans to do so there.
If you want to make sure you are spreading your loved one’s ashes far enough out to sea, you may want to rent a boat or charter one to take you out to deeper water where you will be able to spread your loved one’s ashes. You should check with the charter company to ensure that they allow you to bring a loved one’s ashes onboard and spread them. There are some companies that offer these services specifically. You will also need to decide if you are going to have a service on the boat while spreading the ashes.
You might want to make sure that your loved one’s remains stay on the beach instead of putting them in the water. You can do that by burying them in the sand. You will need to check to make sure you have permission to do so and you will want to choose the right spot for the ashes where they won’t be disturbed. You may choose to bury just the ashes or you can choose to keep them in the urn and bury the entire thing.
If you have decided that you will give your loved one cremation services in Muhlenberg Township, PA, you may also be trying to figure out what to do with their ashes once the services are over. If you decide that you will spread them at the beach, be sure to keep the above tips and suggestions in mind. If you need help making plans for cremation services, be sure to reach out to Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home, Inc. We are happy to help with all your funeral planning and cremation needs.