The loss of a loved one is an ordeal that involves many stages and decisions, including how to dispose of the body. When choosing cremation, a number of elements need to be considered to ensure that the process runs as smoothly as possible.

Understanding each phase of the cremation process can help families get through this difficult time with greater serenity. This practical guide is designed to help you make informed choices and better navigate the world of funeral services, particularly those related to cremation.

In this article, we’ll guide you through the cremation process, detailing each step from funeral planning to final commemoration.

 

Planning: why choosing cremation?

More and more families are opting for cremation as a way of disposing of the body after a death. One of the main advantages of cremation is its cost, which is often lower than that of burial. It also offers greater flexibility, allowing loved ones to keep the ashes at home or in a piece of commemorative jewelry, to scatter them in a meaningful place or to place them in a columbarium.

Choosing cremation also makes it possible to personalize the commemoration process. Indeed, cremation offers great freedom in terms of celebration, tribute and commemoration of the departed.

 

Preparing for cremation: documents and prerequisites

Before proceeding with a cremation, it is essential to complete certain administrative procedures. The Crématorium Montréal team is here to guide you through this process, and to help you get through it with ease.

It’s essential to choose a crematorium you can trust, one that will provide you with personalized, respectful service. Crématorium Montréal offers full support to the families it accompanies, guiding them through the administrative formalities and providing them with expert advice.

 

Cremation process: how does it work?

Once all the administrative formalities have been completed, the body of the deceased is transported to the crematorium. It is taken care of by qualified professionals, who ensure that every step of the process complies with current standards and the family’s wishes.

The cremation process begins with exposure of the body to intense heat in a specially designed crematorium. The high temperature, which can reach between 800°C and 1000°C, reduces the body to ashes and bone fragments. Once cremation is complete, the ashes are carefully collected and processed. Any residual bone fragments are removed, and the ashes are placed in a funerary urn.

At Crématorium Montréal, we have a wide selection of funeral urns to suit every style and budget. We can help you choose a funeral urn that reflects your image. We can also guide you in selecting the urn that’s right for you, if you’re purchasing one for a deceased loved one.

 

Funeral Ceremony or Celebration of Life: a personalized tribute

Once the cremation has taken place, it’s time to think about the funeral ceremony or celebration of life. These rituals enable loved ones to honor the memory of their loved one, and come together to share memories.

Families can choose to organize a commemoration before or after cremation. Depending on the preferences and beliefs of the deceased and their loved ones, it can include speeches, songs, photos and videos, or anything else that celebrates the life of the one being honoured.

At Crématorium Montréal, we offer a wide range of funeral services that allow us to tailor the ceremony to each individual’s wishes, ensuring that each tribute is unique. We also provide a room specifically adapted for celebrations of life, to enable families to say goodbye to their loved one.

 

Delivery of ashes and post-cremation options

After cremation, the ashes are delivered to the family in an urn of their choice. Depending on preference, the ashes can be collected in person or sent by mail, always ensuring respect and dignity for the deceased.

Once in possession of the ashes, the family can choose to keep them in the urn, scatter them in a meaningful place, insert them in a piece of commemorative jewelry or place them in a columbarium, where the deceased’s loved ones can reunite.

 

Respectful support at every stage of the cremation process

At Crématorium Montréal, we ensure that the wishes of the deceased are respected, and that loved ones can say farewell in an environment that is both dignified and serene.

If you have any questions, or if you are ready to organize a cremation or celebration of life, please contact us. The Crématorium Montréal team is available to guide you through the entire process.

 

FAQ (frequently asked questions)

 

How long does the cremation process take?

The cremation process generally takes between 1 h 30 and 2 hrs. However, the delivery of the ashes may take a few extra days, due to the processing and administration of documents.

 

Is it possible to hold a ceremony before or after the cremation?

It is possible to organize a funeral ceremony before the cremation, with the casket present, or after the cremation, when the ashes are available. Crématorium Montréal offers personalized assistance to help you organize a tribute that reflects the image of your loved one.

 

What can be done with the ashes after cremation?

You have several options: keep the ashes in an urn at home, place them in a columbarium, insert them in a piece of commemorative jewelry, bury them in a cemetery or scatter them in a meaningful place, depending on the regulations in force.

 

How do I choose a funeral urn?

The choice of urn depends on the intended use of the ashes. There are urns suitable for home storage, columbarium, burial or scattering. Crématorium Montréal can advise you on the best choice to suit your preferences and the wishes of the deceased.