Material for Funeral Urns

Learn about different types of materials that are used for funeral urns today and what you need to know in order to choose the right urn for a departed loved one or for yourself in the future. John Maher: Hi. I'm John Maher. I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston Cremation. Our topic is materials for funeral urns. Welcome, Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi John. What Are Funeral Urns Made Of? John: Victor, funeral urns...

What to Do When You Just Want a Simple Cremation

This podcast describes how to choose an affordable, simple cremation that is both cost effective and dignified, whether you’re planning for a departed loved one or pre-planning for yourself. John Maher: Hi I'm John Maher, I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston Cremation and our topic today is how to plan a simple cremation. Welcome Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi John. What is a Simple Cremation? John: Victor, what is a simple cremation? Is that...

How a Custom Urn Can Honor Your Loved One

Learn how creating a custom urn for your departed loved one can help to honor their memory and bring you comfort after their passing. John Maher: Hi. I'm John Maher. I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston Cremation. The topic is how to create a custom urn. Welcome, Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi, John. What is a Custom Urn? John: Victor, what is a custom urn? Victor: Custom urn is going to be something that's...

How Much Does Cremation Cost?

Find out what factors can play a role in cremation cost and how you can have an affordable cremation cost and a meaningful and memorial service for your loved one. John Maher: Hi, I'm John Maher. I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston Cremation and our topic is how much does cremation cost. Welcome Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi, John. Thanks for having me. What Plays a Role in Cremation Cost? John: Sure, so Victor...

How Long Does It Take to Cremate a Body?

Learn about the cremation process, including how long it takes to cremate a body and what you and your family can expect during and after a loved one’s cremation. John Maher: Hi, I'm John Maher. I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston cremation. Our topic today is, how long does it take to cremate a body? Welcome, Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi, John, thanks for having me. How Long Does It Take to Cremate a...

Do VA Death Benefits Cover Cremation:

Learn about VA death benefits and whether or not they’ll cover the cremation of a veteran who has passed away or for yourself if you are a veteran. John Maher: Hi I'm John Maher, I'm here today with Victor Buonfiglio of Boston Cremation and our topic is, do VA death benefits cover cremation? Welcome Victor. Victor Buonfiglio: Hi John. VA Death Benefits Explained John: Victor what are VA death benefits? Victor: Well, they're going to...

When to Schedule a Cremation Service after Death

After the death of a loved one, it can be difficult to know where to begin when arranging their memorial service. You’ll be faced with questions about both their religious and personal wishes, the cost of services, and where to hold them. But one aspect of planning that is often forgotten is scheduling. When should you have a memorial service? Holding a cremation service instead of a traditional burial service can make scheduling much easier...

What to Do with Cremation Ashes

When a loved one has been cremated, you must then make a decision about what you will do with the ashes. Will you display them in a cremation urn in a special place in your home? Will you scatter them in a place that was meaningful to your loved one during a memorial service? There are many options for what you can do with cremation ashes to memorialize your loved one in a way that...

What Music to Play at a Cremation Service

Music is very meaningful to people, no matter their tastes or preferences. Naturally, music is typically played at a funeral or cremation service either in the background as visitors arrive or as a special song that becomes part of the service. Selecting the music for a loved one’s cremation service may feel like an impossible task, but it can be a great way to personalize their service and provide comfort for family and friends. Playing...

What is Fingerprint Memorial Jewelry?

Most everyone knows that no two fingerprints are alike - each and every fingerprint is unique, occurring only once in history. Even identical twins who share the same DNA have completely unique fingerprints, with loops, swirls, whorls and arches all their own. Fingerprints form while the baby is still in the womb, and the tiny lines and ridges are completely formed a full three months before birth. Each ridge and swirl forms as a result...