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    If you are planning cremation services in Muhlenberg Township, PA and you want to be able to keep your loved one’s ashes, you have a lot of different options for how you will seal or keep them. The most popular option is to keep them in an urn. Urns are made specifically for holding the ashes of a loved one. Here are some reasons why you may want to choose an urn to hold your loved one’s ashes.

    Affordable

    Urns are very affordable so you can easily find something that fits your budget to hold the ashes of your loved one. You can find urns that costs at little as $20 or some that cost several thousands. It’s up to you how much you want to spend on the urn or what your budget is. You can also compare the prices of different designs of urns to find out which ones are the best option for you. Keep in mind the more elaborate the urn, the more you can expect to spend on it.

    Customizable

    One of the reasons so many people choose to have an urn to hold the ashes after the cremation is because they want to be able to make the urn special and personalized. Urns are easy to customize. You can paint them, buy them in different shapes and styles, and even add photos of your loved one or family and engravings. Depending on the type of urn you choose, you may be able to customize it yourself or you may choose to have it done by the company you order it from. Some materials are easier to work with than others and if you are creative you may enjoy customizing the urn yourself.

    Quick

    If your loved one passed away suddenly and you need to have their body cremated quickly, you will also want to have an urn ready to hold the ashes. Some other vessels can take some time tocremation services in Muhlenberg Township, PA order and may not arrive in time to hold the ashes as soon as the body is cremated. Getting your urn quickly can make it possible to have your memorial service after the cremation if you choose to have one. It can also be nice if you are having family coming to celebrate the life of the deceased and want to be able to let them pay their respects.

    If you have recently lost a loved one and you want to be able to have an urn to hold the cremated ashes, you will want to consider all of the points above. An urn can be a great option if you are planning to keep the ashes in your home, display them, or just want to keep them safe. If you are ready to start planning cremation services in Muhlenberg Township, PA be sure to reach out to Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home, Inc.. We are happy to help with all your funeral planning needs.

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