<p>While most people are more knowledgeable about the traditions of burial, more and more people are turning to cremation. Read on for what is so appealing.<br /><br /> Cremation is a body disposition method in which the deceased&rsquo;s body is burned until all that is leftover is ashes. While it may initially seem harsher than the<a href="/services/traditional-services"> traditions of a burial service</a>, there are many upsides and benefits that accompany a cremation. Here, we will break down just why this type of disposition method is so appealing to so many people. If you are on the fence between burial and cremation, we hope this will help clear some things up for you! Our <a href="/hidden-pages/memorializing-suffolk-va">funeral homes in Suffolk, VA</a> are always open and willing to help all who walk through our doors! Feel free to contact us as well with any questions or concerns you may have. <br /><br /> <strong>Affordable Body Disposition Option</strong><br /> Out of all of the body disposition options at our disposal, cremation is by far one of the most affordable, which people love! When people choose cremation, they are effectively eliminating the expensive costs of other add-ons that are typical of other disposition options. For example, for <a href="/about/our-blog/post?postId=e3275751-4850-4d04-9606-c8cceffcd5cb">traditional burials</a>, there are the required costs of the service itself, the burial plot, embalmment, a casket, or coffin, and much more. However, when we choose cremation all that is typically required to pay for is the cremation itself&mdash;which has been known to cost under $1,000&mdash;and an urn. If you or your family are on a budget and are struggling to figure out how you will be able to afford the costs that come along with the death of a loved one, then cremation may be an option that you might want to seriously take into consideration. <br /><br /> <strong>Memorial Service for Later </strong><br /> When we have our loved one cremated, we are not only easing the financial burden on ourselves, but we are also easing the stress that comes along with planning a memorial service. When we choose cremation over burial, we are eliminating the time constraint that many families find themselves in due to the impending decomposition of a body. After a loved one is cremated, we are left with their ashes and without a time constraint. Due to the ample amount of time on your hands, you can utilize it by carefully planning out a thoughtful and meaningful service for your loved one in the future. Again, the memorial service can be either a few weeks, months, or even years after the loved ones&rsquo; death! Be sure to get the input of family and friends of the deceased as well. This will ensure that everyone feels as though they had a meaningful role in honoring the deceased after their death. Additionally, be sure to have everyone submit any pictures or videos of the deceased as this can later be utilized to make a PowerPoint slide show or video to be viewed at the service. <br /><br /> <strong>Versatility</strong><br /> There is a lot of versatility that comes along with having a loved one cremated. After the deceased has been cremated, the family will then be left with ashes. Unlike a traditional burial plot in which family and friends must travel in order to visit the deceased, ashes or cremains make it so you can carry the deceased with you wherever you go. Additionally, family and friends can easily split the ashes so that everyone leaves with a piece of the deceased. <br /><br /> If you are looking for funeral homes in Suffolk, VA give us a call today!</p>