Questions & Answers about cremation services with Greenwood, Mount Olivet and Arlington Funeral Homes

How long has your crematory been in business?

Who owns the company?

What are the benefits of being owned by a not-for-profit organization?

Do you offer a variety of cremation plans?

I’ve heard that many so-called “Cremation Societies” are actually for-profit companies. Is this true?

Do you try to steer families away from Traditional Funeral Services or include them as one of the many options that a family should consider?

Questions & Answers about Cremation

What is the definition of cremation?

What should the remains be stored in?

Where should remains be kept?

Should there be a funeral?

Is there a waiting period for cremation?

Can cremation take place after a funeral?

Can an urn be brought into church?

What is memorialization for a cremation?

What happens during the cremation process?

How hot does the cremator get?

How long does it take to cremate a body?

Are cremations done individually?

Is the body exposed to an open flame during the cremation process?

Is any other preparation required prior to cremation?

Is it true that the bones are crushed after cremation? I've heard you don't get ashes back -- what do you get?

Why is refrigeration of the remains necessary?

Is embalming necessary for cremation?

Is a casket required?

Are there special cremation caskets?

Can a casket be rented instead of purchased when choosing cremation?

Can I bring my own urn?

Can I watch the cremation?

Is cremation a substitution for a funeral?

Do I have to make different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation?

Can we have the service before or after the cremation?

What can be done with the cremated remains?

What is memorialization for a cremation?

What is a columbarium?

If I'm going to be cremated, why would I want my remains to be placed in a columbarium, interred or scattered at the cemetery? Why shouldn't I just have them scattered in the sea or in some other place of my choosing?

Why is having a place to visit so important?

If I am cremated, can I be buried with my spouse, even if he or she was in a casket?

Can I take the cremated remains home?

How big of a price difference is there with cremation, compared to standard ground burial?

Do all religions permit cremation?