Viewing the body during the visitation can be an important ingredient of grief therapy. Denial is a natural part of the grieving process, and psychologists know that viewing the body can be beneficial in helping survivors face the reality of death, an important first step in overcoming grief. The body will be cremated in the same enclosure in which it arrives at the crematory. This enclosure can be a simple unlined rigid container or it can be a traditional casket. Cremation Urns Cremated remains are usually placed in a permanent receptacle, called an urn, before being committed to a final resting place.
Cremation urns are available in a variety of sizes, styles and materials.
While cast bronze, hardwood and cultured marble are popular construction materials, you will want to consider where the urn will eventually be placed before making your final choice. It serves a basic human need to remember and be remembered. It provides us and future generations with a focal point for remembering our loved ones. Columbarium Niche A recessed compartment in a columbarium, called a niche, is a popular choice for permanent placement of the cremation urn. The niche may have a transparent front made of glass, or an opaque front faced with bronze, marble or granite.