Bringing death to life: Cremation jewellery and other everlasting tributes

There’s nothing guaranteed in this world, except for death and taxes, as the saying goes. We certainly aren’t going to leave this earth alive. And for the most part, we can’t control when or how we die. However, one thing we can control is how we wish to be remembered. These days, people are getting creative with their remembrance wishes, funeral services, and memorial tributes. And they’re doing it with ashes.

According to the Cremation Society of Great Britain, 75% of people choose cremation over a burial. By 2035, the cremation rate is projected to be 80% in the US. Not only is cremation less expensive than a burial, it gives families the option to plan memorials whenever and wherever they want. Plus, their loved one’s ashes can be scattered in Exeter and other places in the UK. They can be turned into a playable vinyl record, and even made into a diamond. There is even a company that turns cremated ashes into an amazing firework display for grieving families to celebrate the deceased’s life.

People want to do three things when deciding what to do with their loved one’s ashes: they want to honor them in a way that’s most fitting to them; they want to make a permanent tribute to them; and they want to gain closure after their death. Additionally, many people want to achieve these things in an original and inspiring way.

One way to utilize a loved one’s ashes in a meaningful way is cremation jewellery. It serves as more than just decoration — it’s an everlasting and personal tribute. According to Heart In Diamond, necklaces are generally the most common diamond memorial jewelry. Pendants with diamonds are especially popular. Necklaces come in all kinds of pendant shapes including crosses, nature, animals, and more. For those who aren’t looking to turn their loved one’s ashes into a jewel, there are other types of jewellery to wear. Miniature cremation urns that contain some ashes can be worn around the neck. The possibilities are literally endless, and the industry is getting even stronger, which means even more jewellery options down the road.

Those who wish to remember their loved ones in a special way have a multitude of choices, thanks to new innovations. For instance, Solace Reef in Dorset incorporates ashes into artificial reefs, allowing people to live on with the ocean. Ashes are put into sustainable “stones” and laid to rest on the bed of the sea. If you’d like to think that your loved one can explore the universe after death, get their ashes launched into space. Celestis is a company that launches cremated remains into space for the ultimate departure from this world.

Exeter funeral homes are trying to accommodate people’s needs as more are opting for cremation after death and the burial of remains. The funeral industry is trying their best to adapt to the changing demands. One way companies are attempting to do this is by making services more unique and meaningful rather than standardised. Traditional services have been replaced by casual and jovial get-togethers, complete with dancing and drinking. Some funeral homes have even gotten their liquor licenses and remodeled to include dance floors.

It helps to know that there are creative ways to pay tribute to loved ones after they die. Not only can these tributes honor their memory in the most personalized way, they can help us with grief. It hurts to lose someone. But we can take comfort in knowing that we can say goodbye in a unique way.