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Cremation Services

Our Cremation Services

Dignified cremation options with personalized memorial services.

Cremation is an increasingly common choice for families, offering flexibility in how you choose to honor and remember your loved one. At Brooklyn Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we provide dignified cremation services with the same level of care and attention to detail as our traditional funeral services. Our compassionate staff will guide you through the options available to create a meaningful tribute that reflects the unique life of your loved one.

Cremation Options

We offer several cremation options to meet your family's needs and preferences.

Traditional Cremation

Traditional Cremation

A traditional cremation service includes a viewing or visitation period with the body present in a casket, followed by a funeral service before the cremation takes place. This option allows family and friends to gather, pay their respects, and participate in a formal farewell before cremation.

Components typically include:

  • Preparation of the body for viewing
  • Rental casket or cremation casket option
  • Visitation/viewing period
  • Funeral service at our chapel or your place of worship
  • Cremation following the service
  • Selection of an urn for the cremated remains
Direct Cremation

Direct Cremation

Direct cremation is our simplest option, where cremation takes place shortly after death without a viewing or service beforehand. This option is often chosen for its simplicity and affordability, or when planning a memorial service at a later date.

Components typically include:

  • Transportation of the deceased to our facility
  • Necessary documentation and permits
  • Basic container for cremation
  • The cremation process
  • Return of cremated remains in a simple container
  • Option to upgrade to a decorative urn
Memorial Service with Cremation

Memorial Service with Cremation

This option includes cremation followed by a memorial service where the cremated remains may be present in an urn. A memorial service can be held days, weeks, or even months after the cremation, allowing time for family members to travel and for more extensive planning.

Components typically include:

  • Cremation process
  • Selection of an urn for the memorial service
  • Memorial service at our chapel or another location
  • Memorial items such as a register book, memorial cards, etc.
  • Various options for personalizing the service
  • Assistance with final disposition of cremated remains

Cremation Urns

We offer a wide selection of urns to honor and remember your loved one.

Metal Urns

Metal Urns

Our metal urns are crafted from materials such as brass, bronze, copper, and stainless steel. They offer durability and come in a variety of designs, from traditional to contemporary styles.

Starting at $150

Wood Urns

Wood Urns

Our wooden urns are handcrafted from various hardwoods, including oak, maple, cherry, and walnut. Each urn features unique grain patterns and can be personalized with engravings or inlays.

Starting at $200

Keepsake Urns

Keepsake Urns

Keepsake urns are smaller versions of full-sized urns, designed to hold a small portion of cremated remains. These allow multiple family members to each keep a memorial of their loved one.

Starting at $75

Biodegradable Urns

Biodegradable Urns

Our biodegradable urns are made from eco-friendly materials that naturally break down when buried or placed in water. These are ideal for scattering ceremonies or green burials.

Starting at $125

Specialty Urns

Specialty Urns

Our specialty urns include themed designs that reflect hobbies, interests, or professions. These personalized urns can be a meaningful way to celebrate the unique life of your loved one.

Starting at $250

Cremation Jewelry

Cremation Jewelry

Cremation jewelry allows you to keep a small amount of cremated remains close to your heart. Options include pendants, bracelets, and rings in various metals and designs.

Starting at $95

We offer many more urn options than what is shown here. Our funeral directors will help you select an urn that appropriately honors your loved one and meets your needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about cremation services.

The actual cremation process typically takes 2-3 hours, depending on various factors. However, the time from death to when you receive the cremated remains is usually 7-10 days. This timeline includes obtaining necessary permits and authorizations, scheduling the cremation, the cooling period after cremation, and processing the cremated remains.

Yes, many families choose to witness the beginning of the cremation process as a way of saying a final goodbye. We can arrange for a small group of family members to be present at the crematory for a brief viewing before the cremation begins. Please let us know in advance if you would like to arrange for a witnessed cremation.

We recommend that all jewelry be removed before cremation, as it will either be destroyed or not be recognizable afterward. You can request that jewelry remain with your loved one, but it cannot be recovered after cremation. Medical devices such as pacemakers must be removed prior to cremation for safety reasons. Prosthetics and other medical devices are typically removed and disposed of properly unless the family requests otherwise.

There are many options for cremated remains, including:
  • Keeping them in an urn at home
  • Burying them in a cemetery plot or cremation garden
  • Placing them in a columbarium niche
  • Scattering them in a meaningful location (following local regulations)
  • Dividing them among family members in keepsake urns
  • Creating memorial jewelry or other keepsakes containing a small portion of the remains
  • Incorporating them into an artificial reef or tree planting
Our staff can discuss these options with you and help you make arrangements that align with your wishes.

Religious views on cremation vary widely. Many Protestant denominations, Buddhism, and Hinduism accept cremation. The Catholic Church now permits cremation, though it prefers that the cremated remains be buried or entombed rather than scattered or kept at home. Orthodox Judaism and Islam traditionally prohibit cremation. If you have religious concerns, we recommend consulting with your religious leader for guidance specific to your faith tradition.

Need Assistance with Cremation Services?

Our compassionate team is available to answer your questions and guide you through the cremation process.

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