Direct Cremation Carries Expectations

It’s hard to plan final services for a loved one, but you are going to want to provide for their needs if they pass on and you are left to cover those needs. There are plenty of cremation providers in Richland Hills, TX that offer options. Funeral homes often offer cremation services as well and when you choose services from those professionals, you can get other help with memorial services as well. There are also options, such as full or direct cremation. While full cremation carries certain expectations with it, so does direct cremation. Here are some of the things you might (and should!) expect to get from the direct cremation process. 

Transportation For Your Loved One 

One of the nice things about cremation packages, in general, is that when you choose one, you are going to give your loved one everything they have to have for the process. And that is the case even if you choose something basic and simple. The first thing your loved one needs is transportation from the place of their death to the funeral home’s facilities. Once you enlist their help, you don’t have to worry about that process. The professionals will arrange that and use their special equipment, vehicles, and expertise to make sure your loved one is moved with dignity. 

Proper Care In The Meantime 

While you are making decisions and getting things in order, you are going to want your loved one to be in good hands. That’s also something you get with the package. You can expect the funeral home professionals to give your loved one anything they need during that interim period. 

Paperwork Aid 

Paperwork is a necessary part of life and you might feel like it’s something you don’t want to deal with while you are grieving. However, certain things have to be done and filled out before you can move forward with direct cremation. But you can expect the professionals at the funeral home to help you with that paperwork process. You don’t have to worry about trying to figure things out on your own. They will prepare anything they can for you and help you obtain and complete anything else. 

Cremation Happens 

The cremation package will also get your loved one the cremation process. In fact, that’s the largest cost involved with the package you purchased. You will get that process, when paperwork is complete, without any further fees or costs. You can expect the process to be done within a few days of your loved one’s death. 

Remains Returned To The Family 

After cremation is done, your loved one will have their ashes placed in a container of some sort and they will then be returned to you. You can expect the cremation packages with Richland Hills, TX to include a simple container, but you can also buy an urn for them if you want something more unique and special. The professionals at Alpine Funeral Home are here to help you recognize the expectations you have to cover a loved one’s needs through direct cremation.