November 2024 - Crémation Montréal

How to choose a funeral urn: Crématorium Montréal’s complete guide

Whether for ourselves or for a deceased loved one, choosing a funeral urn is a decision as important as it is intimate. Whether you are taking a preventive approach or have recently experienced a loss, the choice of urn is a symbolic gesture that must reflect the personality and values of the person it will host.

At Crématorium Montréal, we believe that each individual is unique and deserves a tribute worthy of their life. We offer a wide range of funeral urns, from traditional models to personalized creations. This guide will help you choose the right urn for you or your loved one, whether biodegradable, traditional or personalized.

Criteria to consider when choosing a funeral urn

The choice of funeral urn is based on several practical and aesthetic criteria. The first aspect to consider is the destination of the ashes: will they be kept at home, placed in a columbarium or scattered in nature? This choice will influence not only the material of the urn, but also its shape, size and style.

There is a wide variety of funeral urns available these days, in a wide range of materials such as wood, metal, ceramic, stone, porcelain, or even biodegradable materials like sand or recycled cardboard. You can also opt for personalized urns, which can reflect symbols dear to the departed, such as engravings or artistic representations.

Choosing funeral urn material: options and considerations

Material is one of the most important choices when selecting a funeral urn. Each material has its own particular characteristics. Here are the main materials used to design funeral urns:

Marble or ceramic urn

These materials are ideal for those looking for an elegant, durable urn. Marble or ceramic are preferred for placement in a columbarium or memorial, as their durability makes them highly resistant to the test of time.

Bronze or alabaster urn

These noble materials give the urn a special shine and brilliance. They are perfect for a prestigious, timeless tribute that will honor the memory of the deceased through time.

Biodegradable urn

For those who prefer an environmentally-friendly choice, biodegradable urns are available. Made from materials such as cardboard, sand or wood, they decompose slowly in nature, sometimes even allowing a tree to grow.

Glass or resin urn

These modern materials allow for even greater personalization. Glass or resin urns allow you to add designs or engravings, making them entirely unique.

At Crématorium Montréal, we offer a wide selection of urns in each of these materials. Our advisors can help you make the best choice to suit your preferences and budget.

What size urn should I choose for the ashes of the deceased?

The size of the urn should correspond to the volume of ashes. For an adult, a 3-liter urn is generally sufficient.

It is also important to consider the urn’s destination. For example, an urn to be kept at home may be chosen for its decorative aspect, while an urn to be placed in a columbarium will need to respect specific dimensions to fit the niche. Crématorium Montréal offers a range of urns to suit all needs, while respecting the standards of columbariums and other resting places.

Destination of the urn: house, columbarium or scattering of ashes?

The final destination of the ashes plays a crucial role in the choice of funeral urn. If the urn is to be displayed in a columbarium in Montreal, an urn that is both aesthetically pleasing and sturdy will be required. Metal or ceramic urns are often preferred for their sturdiness and ability to withstand the test of time.

If you wish to keep the urn at home, you can choose a more decorative urn that will blend harmoniously with your interior. Numerous models are available in a variety of styles, from classic to modern.

If you prefer to scatter the ashes in nature or at sea, biodegradable urns are an option to consider. These urns decompose naturally in the environment, allowing for a respectful and lasting integration of ashes.

The funerary urn, a unique memorial symbol

The funeral urn is much more than a simple receptacle. It plays an important role in commemoration, and is a powerful symbol of the deceased’s love, memory and legacy. The choice of urn should therefore reflect the personality and values of the loved one. For example, a biodegradable urn in which a tree can grow is an excellent way to perpetuate the cycle of life, or to represent a person’s eco-responsible values.

Personalized urns, whether with engravings, symbolic motifs or special inscriptions, can tell a touching story that will be passed on from generation to generation.

Crématorium Montréal: cremation services and funeral urns

Choosing a funeral urn is an intimate and deeply meaningful gesture. At Crématorium Montréal, we offer you the guidance you need to make an informed and respectful choice. Whether you’re looking for a traditional, personalized or biodegradable urn, we have the option to suit your needs.

Crématorium Montréal is committed to providing respectful and professional funeral services. In addition to cremation, we offer funeral pre-arrangements, as well as locations in our columbarium or in a cemetery to accommodate funeral urns.

Our family care advisors are available to guide you in choosing the ideal urn, taking into account your wishes and preferences. We are dedicated to offering a wide range of urns and funeral services tailored to meet the needs of each family, with personalized options to pay tribute to your loved one in a unique way.

Contact our team today to learn more about our funeral urns and cremation services in Montreal. We look forward to assisting you.

Funeral prearrangements: mind your own business!

Danielle has always been a very structured person. As a child, her toys were always neatly arranged and her stuffed animals neatly arranged from smallest to largest on her shelves. Now in adulthood, every sphere of her life is meticulously organized.

From her pension fund to her summer vacations and the plowing of her driveway, nothing is just “left to chance”. For Danielle, planning for the future is essential to living fully in the present moment. Whatever unforeseen circumstances may arise, she already knows how to deal with them… except in the event of her death.

Still, Danielle already has a clear idea of how she wants her departure to be orchestrated. For her, cremation is non-negotiable. She wants her ashes to be placed in a biodegradable urn, then buried on the land of the family cottage. Danielle would like an apple tree to be planted there, so that her children and grandchildren can harvest the fruit after she’s gone.

Danielle loves a good wine; in fact, she brought back a few great bottles from her last trip to France, which she keeps safely stored. She likes to think that, when the time comes, her loved ones will be able to toast to her memory and recall the good times they spent with her over a fine meal.

She would like her daughter Joelle to act as executor of her will. Danielle has already discussed this with her and is confident that Joelle will carry out the task in the right spirit. However, despite the verbal agreement between her and her daughter, this wish has not been formalized.

Why does Danielle, who is so in control of her life, neglect to plan what comes next?

Your funeral prearrangements are your business

It’s only natural to be put off by anything to do with mortality and, in particular, our own demise. Nevertheless, death is a part of life, and it’s essential to plan for it in the same way as all the others. You wouldn’t leave it to other people to buy your house, sign your employment contract or plan your retirement. The same goes for your funeral prearrangements.

Funeral prearrangements determine how your body, your possessions and your last moments with family and friends will be managed after your departure. It’s in your best interest to take charge of them, so that they reflect the person you are today.

By planning your funeral prearrangements, you will be able to define how your departure will be commemorated by your loved ones. This includes technical aspects such as the method of disposal of the body, the burial site and the commemoration ceremony. You can also express your wishes regarding the ritual or spiritual elements of this event.

Since your prearrangements will influence how your last farewell will unfold, it’s a good idea to involve your loved ones in the planning process. This way, you can share your expectations with them, while giving them the opportunity to discuss how they wish to honor your memory.

Your funeral prearrangements are your own business. Take control!

The benefits of making your own funeral prearrangements

When preparing your funeral prearrangements, our consultant will discuss a number of important elements with you, including the method of disposal of the body and the burial site, services and goods, commemorative rituals and final wishes.

Your discussions with him or her will help structure your thoughts and ensure that all necessary aspects are considered when handling your prearrangements.

By planning your prearrangements with a professional from Crématorium Montréal, you benefit from our expertise while enjoying a great deal of flexibility in terms of personalizing your services.

In doing so, you also spare your loved ones an additional burden following your departure. Dealing with the death of a loved one is a difficult ordeal, both emotionally and logistically. By taking care of this planning now, you’re freeing them to concentrate on what’s important when the time comes.

Plan your funeral prearrangements with Crématorium Montréal

Crématorium Montréal offers funeral and cremation services in the greater Montreal area. With our expertise in planning funeral prearrangements and organizing cremation celebrations of life, we are able to assist bereaved families with their specific needs.

We are committed to providing the support you need to plan your grand departure or to celebrate the memory of your loved ones, taking into account your needs and budget, without ever sacrificing the quality of the service we offer.