Understanding the Cremation Process
Have you ever wondered what happens during the cremation of a body? If so, then this is the blog post for you! Whether you're planning a cremation for yourself or a loved one, it's important to understand the process from start to finish. This blog post walks you through the steps of cremation and the different stages involved. Keep reading to find out more!
The Preparation Process
Before a body can be cremated, certain steps need to be taken in order to prepare it. This includes removing any pacemakers or other medical devices that may have been implanted into the deceased person's body. It also includes cleaning and dressing the body in preparation for the actual cremation. Once these steps are finished, the body is placed in a container — such as an eco-friendly cardboard container or wooden coffin — and is ready for transport.
The Cremation
Once all of the necessary preparations have been made, it's time for the actual cremation process to begin. The container holding the deceased person's body is placed inside an industrial-sized oven at very high temperatures. This intense heat breaks down all organic material and reduces it to ashes. Depending on how large or small the person is, this process can take a number of hours.
The End Result
Once all of the organic material has been broken down and reduced to ashes, those ashes are collected from within the oven and placed into an urn or other vessel if desired. From there, they can be kept by family members or scattered somewhere meaningful if that was requested by the deceased before their passing. And with that, all of the steps necessary for a proper cremation have been completed.
Summary
Understanding how cremations work can help put your mind at ease when faced with such an emotional process as saying goodbye to someone close to you. There are many steps involved in preparing a body for its final resting place — from removing medical devices to placing it into an oven — but knowing what each step entails can alleviate some of your worries along this difficult journey. Hopefully, this guide has provided some clarity when considering cremation as an option for yourself or a loved one's final arrangements. If you have any further questions, speak to a local funeral service today. A funeral director will be happy to provide more information about the cremation process.
