Choosing cremation over traditional burial or entombment is a trend that is becoming more popular in the United States every year. Although the rate of cremation in Kentucky is relatively low compared to other states with only 11.11% of deceased people being cremated in 2004.

For almost a century, the traditional funeral services has consisted of families honoring and memorializing the life of a loved one with a visitation at a funeral home, followed by religious-based memorial service at a funeral home chapel or religious sanctuary, then a graveside service.

Did you know that there are approximately 200 separate activities that must be conducted and coordinated within 48 hours of a death? With advance planning, most of the difficult decisions can be made before the time of need – sparing loved ones from struggling to make correct choices at a time when their emotions can make it difficult.