Cremation: Commonly Asked Questions
Washington’s cremation rate has continued to climb, and is now at about 80%. For an assortment of reasons, in our state cremation has become significantly more common than burial. On average, cremation costs around half the price of standard burial services. And cremation makes it easy for far-apart family members…...
Top Reasons that Cremation is More Common than Burial
In Washington state, the cremation rate is now above 75%. In recent decades, national cremation rates have steadily climbed, and the nationwide cremation rate is also expected to eclipse 75% within the next 15 years. At Funeral Alternatives of Snohomish County, our local funeral home provides expertise with arranging cremations.…...
What does a funeral director arrange as part of a military service?
When a member of the military passes on, there are certain traditions that should be followed as part of the service. At Funeral Alternatives, our local funeral directors have ample experience with planning military funerals that include all customary aspects. We also do our best to make sure that all…...
A Brief Look at Common Kinds of Funeral Services
Especially if your deceased loved one didn’t specify what kind of service they wanted, it can be challenging to determine the best option. This is where an experienced funeral director can be very helpful. At Funeral Alternatives, our local funeral directors can take your thoughts and budget into account, and…...
A Quick Look at Different Casket Options
Caskets can range greatly in appearances and costs. At Funeral Alternatives, our local funeral directors can help you figure out which kind of casket will be best for your desires and budget. Whether you’re planning to spend lavishly or are on a very tight budget, we’ll make sure you find…...
A Brief Overview of the Different Types of Urns
In recent years, cremation has become much more common. Compared to burial, there are several reasons to instead choose cremation. For one, cremation gives the opportunity for the remains to be shared by family members who live far apart. Also, cremation usually costs around 50% less than burial. And cremation…...
Helpful Advice for Creating & Giving a Funeral Speech
For many people, the prospect of giving a funeral speech can feel rather daunting. It’s already an emotionally-charged situation and you want to strike the right tone for the situation. But you don’t want to put too much pressure on yourself. In most cases, as long as you’re making…...
What services does a funeral director help with?
In the immediate aftermath of a loved one’s passing, grief can be downright debilitating—and understandably so. At such a time, it can be very helpful to have someone outside the family who can expertly handle all of the logistics related to the funeral. At Funeral Alternatives, our local funeral directors…...
Tips for Helping a Grieving Loved One
When a friend or family member loses someone who was very close to them, the devastation may not quickly fade, which is understandable. It’s also understandable that you want to help them move forward to a more functional state of being. But it’s always important to be respectful of your…...
FAQ: Cremation
In Washington state, cremation is now far more common than burial. There are many reasons for this shift toward higher cremation rates. One of the biggest reasons is that cremation is more affordable, typically costing about 50% less than burial. Also, cremation allows the service to be held at a…...
