Whether it’s a wedding, birthday party, graduation, or service to honor a loved one, it’s important to have a budget. Planning a memorial service on a budget doesn’t have to be complicated. Our staff will happily work with you to plan the service your loved one deserves. While there are many costs to a funeral or memorial service, our team can discuss different payment options available.
In the meantime, here are 5 ideas for planning a memorial service on a budget.
1. Consider Cremation vs Burial
Cremation and burial each offer their own unique benefits. If you are trying to stick to a budget, cremation is the more affordable choice. With burial, you will need to purchase a casket, vault, cemetery plot, and marker. Meanwhile, a cremation service does not include any of these additional expenses. Instead, most families will only need to pay for an urn.
2. Consider Different Venues
If you plan a direct cremation or burial service, you can choose to hold a memorial service somewhere special. Some families will choose to have their loved one cremated and scatter the ashes. Prior to scattering, many families will gather in a place that was meaningful or significant to their loved one and hold a private memorial service.