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Cremation FAQ
what is cremation? is embalming required prior
Cremation is the process of reduc- to cremation?
ing the human body to bone frag- No. In fact it is against the law for a
ments using high heat and flame. funeral home to tell you otherwise.
Cremation is not the final disposition can the body be viewed with-
of the remains, nor is it a type of fu- out embalming?
neral service.
Yes, most funeral providers allow
what is a basic cremation? viewing the deceased prior to cre-
A basic cremation, also known as di- mation.
rect cremation would consist of just can the family witness the
the preparation and the cremation. cremation?
It would not involve any ceremonies Yes they can; some cremation pro-
or services. viders will allow family members to
is a casket needed for cre- be present when the body is placed
mation? in the cremation chamber. Some
religious groups even include this
No, a casket is not required, howev- as part of their funeral custom.
er provincial regulations require the
body to be in a container for cre- can a cremation urn be
mation. This may be constructed of brought into church?
wood or cardboard or a combination Nearly all Protestant Churches al-
of the two. You may also use a cas- low for the urn to be present during
ket that has been designed for cre- the memorial service. Most Catho-
mation or burial if you wish. The dif- lic Churches also allow the remains
ference is that a container normally to be present during the Memorial
will not have any lining inside where Mass. It is encouraged that cremat-
a casket designed for cremation will ed remains be a part of a funeral as
have a pillow, a bed and other lining it provides a focal point for the ser-
inside. vice.
