About 60% of Americans are now choosing cremation over a traditional burial, versus only around 20% in the mid-1990s.

When planning a funeral for a loved one, or for yourself, cremation may be presented as an alternative to burial. In terms of the expense involved, the average cremation cost can range from $1,500 ...

The median cost of a traditional funeral with burial and viewing is about $8,300, according to a 2023 report from the ...

How innovative cremation services are giving a new spin to the end of life A weather balloon from the company Mesoloft -- which carries cremation remains out into Earth's lower atmosphere.© Mesoloft ...

The average cost of a burial is $7,848 compared to cremation at $6,971. But how do you know you are getting your loved one’s ashes after cremation?

On National Grief Awareness Day, observed each year on the 30th August, Celebration of Life, a leading provider of pre paid direct cremation services, is highlighting how thoughtful funeral planning ...

With cremation on the rise, figuring out where and how to store, display or otherwise handle the ashes can be confusing, finds Bill Ervolino.

All that remains: From liquid cremation to mushroom suits, why more people are opting out of burial Cemeteries are overcrowded and damage the environment. Where's your body going to go now?

Q: What Can We Do With Cremation? A: Cremation is a choice that many families make for a variety of reasons, whether it's due to personal beliefs, cultural traditions, environmental concerns, or ...