Burial or cremation?
Do you know if Courtney preferred a burial or cremation? If you are not sure, see if anything is mentioned in the will. If not, it is up to the executor and family to decide. Here are some important things to consider:
If you want to calculate and plan for funeral expenses, here is an excellent online calculator that can help you with estimating costs and budgeting.
| Burial | Cremation |
|---|---|
| A burial with a service typically costs around $8,000. | A cremation with a service typically costs around $6,000. |
| Caskets range anywhere from $900 to $3000. | Urns range anywhere from $90 to $300. |
| One can save money by opting for a , which costs around $5,000. | One can save money by opting for a , which costs around $2,000. |
| There are environmentally friendly options available like having a and foregoing . | There is more memorialization flexibility, whether you scatter the ashes, bury them, or keep them close in a special place. |
Pay close attention to embalming charges. It's not uncommon for funerals to overcharge for embalming services.
If you want to calculate and plan for funeral expenses, here is an excellent online calculator that can help you with estimating costs and budgeting.