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Considering Cremation ?
As the popularity of cremation continues to increase , I feel it is essential to discuss people ’ s top concerns with cremation . These are five topics that people often ask about when talking about cremation , with explanations of our way of assuring families that all aspects of services are handled professionally .
# 1 Concern : The dignified and secure care of your loved one .
Your loved one will remain in our care , at our funeral home , until we have secured all permits and authorizations . Then we personally drive the decedent to the crematory at a scheduled time . Identity is confirmed through every step of the process . This is our way of ensuring that your loved one is always cared for in a dignified and secure manner . The same way we would expect a member of our family to be cared for .
# 2 Concern : Paying more than you need to .
For years , funeral home pricing was often a mystery to families . At our home you can expect transparent , up-front pricing . You will know exactly what costs to expect when you choose us to care for your loved one , and there will be no surprises in the up-front quoted price and the final price you pay . We provide all of our pricing on the website . This way , you will always know the cost of any service at our funeral home .
# 3 Concern : Having a ceremony that feels right .
Our facility does not feel like a traditional funeral home . When we opened in 2007 , we took great care to avoid the dark and dreary look many funeral homes have . You will find that our place looks and feels different when you walk inside . With bright , open spaces and contemporary decor , our space can be made into the perfect setting to celebrate the life of your loved one — the way you want it to be celebrated ! We also provide up-todate technology with video screens and livestreaming . We also focus on good sound quality with the ability for amplified live music or recorded .
# 4 Concern : Deciding what to do with the cremated remains .
After the funeral , the most common question we get asked is , “ What do I do with the urn ?” It is a very valid question . When we meet , we will explore options about what to do next to honor the life of your loved one . We will plant the seeds to help you devise a plan for a perfect final resting place . People often worry that their urn will not be cared for and will just be left in a closet for future generations to worry about .
# 5 Concern : Making sure my wishes are followed .
Making sure your final wishes are followed through is very important . Like with most events in life , communication is critical . It is important to communicate those wishes to your family or whoever will be in charge . Part of that communication process is also having everything in writing at the funeral home . When you plan your cremation in advance , we can have all of your wishes written , and you can authorize your cremation . Furthermore , a Statement of Contrary Intent can be signed stating that your plans cannot be changed unless you change them before passing . The act of preplanning makes everything very simple for your family . It alleviates the concern that your wishes may not be followed .
At Sperling Funeral Home , we are experts in cremation care . We address these concerns for families and assure them that the services they want will be taken care of professionally . If you have any questions about the above concerns or others , please feel free to reach out for answers .
If you have questions about us or our services , please feel free to call or find us on Facebook . You can also learn more about our family and services by visiting : sperlingfuneral . com
700 Blazier Dr . • Wexford , PA 15090 Jarett D . Sperling , Supervisor 724.933.9200
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