An urn is a personal choice. Some families keep it at home, some place it in a cemetery niche or urn garden, and some choose burial or scattering. The right urn depends on what you plan to do, and our directors are glad to help you decide.
How to choose
Four Questions to Ask
What will you do with it?
An urn kept at home can be purely decorative. An urn for burial or a niche may have to meet the cemetery’s requirements, so ask the cemetery first.
What size do you need?
As a general guide, an urn needs about one cubic inch of space for every pound of the person’s body weight. We can confirm the right size for you.
What material fits?
Urns come in wood, metal, ceramic, stone and biodegradable materials. Choose the one that fits the person and the final resting place.
Do you want to share?
Small keepsake urns and keepsake jewelry hold a small portion of the remains, so several family members can each keep a piece.
See Your Options in Person
Call us at (740) 264-0563 and our directors will walk you through the urns and keepsakes available, with no pressure. If you are still deciding on arrangements, start with our cremation services page, or read about scattering ashes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right urn size?
As a general guide, plan on about one cubic inch of urn capacity for each pound of the person’s body weight. Our directors can help you confirm the right size.
Do cemeteries have rules about urns?
Often, yes. Some cemeteries require an outer container or limit the size of an urn. Check with the cemetery before you buy, and ask us if you would like help.
What is a keepsake urn?
A keepsake urn holds a small portion of cremated remains. Families often choose them so that each person can keep a piece of the memory.
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