As urban spaces dwindle and environmental concerns rise, Filipinos are increasingly seeking alternatives to traditional burials. Cremation has emerged as a popular and respectful option in the Philippines, offering a space-efficient alternative. At Dearly Departed, we provide options that honor tradition while meeting contemporary needs. Among these, bone cremation stands out as an ideal choice for families wishing to memorialize loved ones even years after burial. It enables families to bring their departed loved ones closer to home, preserving their memory with dignity and adapting to the evolving landscape of memorialization in the country. In this blog, we’ll walk you through what bone cremation is, its cultural relevance in the Philippines, and why it might be the perfect way to remember your loved ones.
What is Bone Cremation
Bone cremation, also known as bone processing, is a specialized service designed for families seeking a more intimate way to memorialize their loved ones, even years after burial. This process involves exhuming the remains, cremating them, and reducing the bone fragments to a fine powder called cremains. The cremains can then be returned to the family for interment or memorialization.
Beyond being a practical option, bone cremation offers a deeply personal way to honor the memory of those who have passed. It allows you to keep your loved ones close in a manner that harmonizes with modern needs and traditional values.
Why is it Gaining Popularity? The growing popularity of bone cremation in the Philippines can be attributed to several factors:
Space Efficiency: With cemetery plots becoming increasingly scarce, bone cremation allows families to honor their loved ones without requiring extensive land use.
Environmental Responsibility: Traditional burials often involve embalming and the use of non-biodegradable materials. Bone cremation offers an eco-friendly alternative that minimizes environmental impact.
Cultural Sensitivity: While the Philippines is deeply rooted in Catholic traditions, the Catholic Church now permits cremation, provided it is conducted with reverence. Bone cremation aligns with these religious guidelines, offering a modern solution that respects cultural values.
Personal Connection: Bone cremation enables families to keep their loved ones close, whether through an urn at home, a place in a columbarium, or a custom keepsake. This option fosters a personal connection that traditional burial may not always provide.
The Bone Cremation Process at Dearly Departed: A Step-by-Step Guide
At Dearly Departed, we handle the bone cremation process with the utmost care and respect, ensuring your loved one’s dignity is preserved at every stage.
Exhumation and Preparation: The process begins with the respectful exhumation of your loved one’s remains. These remains are then placed in our state-of-the-art cremation chamber, where they are reduced to bone fragments through high-temperature cremation.
Cooling: Once the cremation is complete, the bone fragments are allowed to cool safely, preparing them for the next step with care and reverence.
Bone Processing: The cooled fragments are then refined in our cremulator—a machine that gently processes the bones into a fine, sand-like powder. These cremains are then returned to you in an urn or other keepsake of your choice.
Final Resting Place: Whether you choose to keep the urn at home, place it in a columbarium, or create a unique memorial, our team is here to support you in making a decision that honors your family’s wishes.
Essential Documents for Bone Cremation
To proceed with bone cremation, certain documents are required. Our team at Dearly Departed is here to guide you through the necessary steps:
Immediate Documents:
Exhumation permit
Travel permit for remains (from the origin to our facility in Guiguinto, Bulacan)
Death Certificate
ID of the representative
Follow-Up Documents:
Cremation permit (issued by the Municipality of Guiguinto after cremation)
Travel permit for cremated remains (from Guiguinto, Bulacan to your chosen final resting place)
Honoring Tradition While Meeting Modern Needs
In a country where traditions are held dear, Dearly Departed ensures that our services align with your family’s cultural and religious beliefs. While traditional burials have long been the norm in the Philippines, particularly among the Catholic community, the growing acceptance of cremation reflects the changing needs of society
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The Catholic Church permits cremation, provided it is done with respect, and at Dearly Departed, we uphold these values in every service we provide. Our crematorium is designed to offer a peaceful, sacred environment where families can gather, pray, and honor their loved ones, seamlessly blending tradition with the demands of contemporary life.
Why Choose Bone Cremation at Dearly Departed?
Bone cremation offers a respectful and meaningful way to honor your loved ones while addressing the practicalities of modern life. At Dearly Departed Crematorium, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional services tailored to your unique needs.
Given the challenges of limited urban space and growing environmental concerns, our bone cremation services offer a practical solution.
Space-Saving: For families with restricted burial space, bone cremation provides a dignified and efficient way to memorialize loved ones, maximizing space in urban settings.
Cost-Effective: More affordable than traditional burials, bone cremation is a practical option, especially in densely populated areas. At Dearly Departed, we offer clear pricing and full support throughout the process.
Environmental Considerations: With a lower environmental impact than traditional burial methods, bone cremation is an eco-friendly choice that respects both your loved ones and the planet.
Personalized Memorialization: Whether you prefer to keep the urn at home, place it in a columbarium, or create a unique keepsake, our personalized services at Dearly Departed ensure that your family’s wishes are honored.
Cultural and Religious Respect: We are committed to upholding your family’s traditions, ensuring every step of the bone cremation process is conducted with the highest respect for your beliefs.
Take the Next Step with Dearly Departed: A Special Offer Just for You
Exclusive Offer: 20% Off Bone Cremation Services
For a limited time, we are offering 20% off bone cremation services at Dearly Departed. Book your service by September 26, 2024, to take advantage of this special offer. It's a unique opportunity to honor your loved ones with the dignity they deserve, while also making a practical choice for your family.
At Dearly Departed, we are here to help you commemorate your loved ones in a way that balances tradition with the demands of modern life. Bone cremation is a thoughtful, respectful, and meaningful way to keep your loved ones close while preserving the cultural values that matter most to you.
Contact Us Today! Let Dearly Departed assist you in creating a lasting tribute that truly reflects the love and respect your loved ones deserve. Reach out now and let us help you commemorate their memory with the honor and dignity they deserve.
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