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Losing a loved one is always difficult, but there are a number of ways to honor their life. If they’ve chosen to be cremated, there are many respectful ways you can use their ashes. If you are feeling lost on what to do with a loved one’s ashes or trying to plan what you want to be done with your own after a cremation, here are a few ideas.

4 Meaningful Ways to Preserve Your Loved One’s Memory After a Cremation

1. Scatter Them in a Meaningful Place

Scattering ashes in a place that held special meaning to the deceased is a beautiful way to honor their memory. An ocean, lake, mountain, forest, or wherever your loved one enjoyed spending time are great choices to scatter ashes. However, do some research to find out if you need to get special permission for that area before scattering. 

2. Plant a Tree 

cremationTry mixing the ashes with nutrient-rich soil and have a tree planted with them. This is a lovely way to represent the circle of life and shows how new life can spring after death. 

3. Create Jewelry

Did your loved one have an affinity for jewelry? If your loved one chose cremation, there are companies that will make their ashes into a beautiful piece of jewelry or stained glass so that you can wear or display a memory of them for years to come. 

4. Build a Reef

Perhaps your deceased relative loved the ocean or was passionate about the environment. If so, there’s a creative option available aside from scattering the ashes in the ocean. You can have your loved one’s ashes built into a concrete reef that helps encourage a healthy oceanic ecosystem and provide shelter for fish and other life. 

 

Finding a meaningful way to preserve the ashes of a loved one is an important process, and it starts with selecting the right cremation service. At Fossum Funeral Home in Onalaska, WI, they have licensed directors and friendly staff to help you with planning a funeral during a difficult time. For more information on their services, including cremation, memorials, and grief assistance, visit their website or call (608) 783-9777 today. 

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