Cremation is becoming more and more popular, and there are many reasons why. If you aren’t familiar with the process, you may think that cremation precludes a funeral or visitation. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. When you’re in need of cremation services near Holly Hill, SC, be sure to ask about what kind of packages they offer when it comes to visitation, memorial services, and celebrations of life. 

The most basic cremation package would be direct cremation, without any kind of service before or after. It includes transportation of your loved one to the crematory, as well as basic services from funeral home staff. This will be your most inexpensive option, and you have the choice to organize your own celebration of life or memorial service without using the facilities of the funeral home. For a slightly higher price, you can get direct cremation with a memorial service at the funeral home. This service can take place with or without your loved one’s remains present, and can provide a way for family and friends to gather and remember the departed. You can gather keepsakes, photos, videos, and music that represent your loved one, and come together to share memories of their life. 

Some people have unique circumstances or interests in life that may make them a good candidate for some more customized services. One example of this is the Final Ride Cremation Plan. This provides the cremation and includes a container to hold your loved one’s ashes. It also includes the professional services of the funeral director, and a one-of-a-kind “Final Ride” in the Harley Hearse, to a local memorial service, cemetery, or home. If your loved one was a police officer, fire-fighter, or fallen soldier, you will appreciate the six-foot windows on either side of the coach that display your loved one’s flag-draped casket. 

Some people want to include a visitation and a traditional funeral or memorial service prior to cremation. This is possible in packages that either allow for a visitation one day followed by the funeral the next, or for both to be completed in the same day. These packages will include transport, embalming, dressing and casketing, as well as facilities in which to hold the services. Visitation is an important event for many people, and it is an opportunity for family members and friends to say their final goodbyes to their loved one. It’s also a way for family and friends to gather and reminisce, sharing memories of their dearly departed. In both cases (same-day or two-day services), cremation services will follow after the visitation and funeral have concluded. 

These are some of the options offered when it comes to cremation services near Holly Hill, SC. Avinger Funeral Home has been a trusted source of memorial and funeral services for many years in our community, and we can help guide you through the process of choosing a package that is right for your family. Our dedicated funeral staff will treat you and your loved ones with respect, dignity, and care throughout the entire process. Please let us know if you’d like to make arrangements, or if you are in immediate need.