It is recommended that the family find a place to memorialize the remains because it gives not only the current family and friends, but future generations a place to which they may visit and commemorate that individual. There are several choices for memorialization of cremated remains. The family can select from a variety of urns for permanent containment. The urn may then be placed in a columbium within a mausoleum, be buried in a regular lot or in an urn garden, or scattered in a scattering garden. Each of these choices allows for a memorial plaque with the name and dates of birth and death of the cremated person.
Some religious faiths object to cremation, while others virtually require it.
If a person is concerned that cremation may or may not fit into their religious beliefs, it is best to contact a member of the clergy to make a determination. The Commonwealth of Kentucky does not have stipulations regarding where remains can be scattered. Cemeteries are required by law to have a designated location, usually a scattering garden, for the purpose of scattering remains. It is advised that if the family wants to scatter the remains in a public place that they first get approval from the local governmental official who regulates that county or state. In addition, because some individuals are offended by the cremation process, it also is recommended that when scattering in public places that it is done in a secluded area.