Traditional Burial Vs Cremation Essay
Given the choice between a traditional burial and cremation, more and more Americans are opting for the latter. The factors contributing to this increase range from greater religious acceptance and cost considerations to claustrophobia and environmental concerns. In the following entry, Hooper, Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home & Cremation Services explore several significant aspects of cremation to determine whether the option is right for you or a loved one.
Why the Rise in Cremation Rates?
Cost Savings
Cremation typically runs around 50% less than a traditional casket burial. With cremation there is no need for a cemetery plot, headstone, or embalming. A cremation urn is also far less expensive than a burial casket.
Secular Shift
Traditional
Why the Rise in Cremation Rates?
Cost Savings
Cremation typically runs around 50% less than a traditional casket burial. With cremation there is no need for a cemetery plot, headstone, or embalming. A cremation urn is also far less expensive than a burial casket.
Secular Shift
Traditional