Unlike burial, having cremation services in Cranbury, NJ, means you get an extra chance to say goodbye to your loved one’s remains.

Many people choose to scatter for the final disposition of ashes. An ash scattering ceremony can be as intimate or grand as the memorializing family elects.

If you need inspiration for what to say when scattering a loved one’s cremated remains, keep reading for some ideas.

A eulogy

Give a brief eulogy in your own words. A eulogy is your opportunity to pay tribute to your loved one and share memories of them.

Suppose you are unable to come up with something new yet wish to keep it personal. Read a letter/note you wrote the deceased in the past or a poem they have always liked.

You may also complement your eulogy with music that makes you think of them, your favorite quote of theirs, etc.

A prayer

If you’re having a religious service, including a prayer will add meaning to the ceremony. Is there something from the Bible, for example, that applies and has meaning for you?
If your loved one wasn’t particularly religious or of a different faith, you can still give thanks for their life. Reflect on the qualities and cherished values they passed on to others or would have loved to.

A poem

Many poems have been written about death, grief, loss, and related topics. What better way to share your feelings than with a piece that truly represents how you feel?

If you can’t find any apt enough, write one yourself about what it is like to lose them. Make it short and simple but powerful enough that people remember it long after the ceremony.

A song

Many memorial services have hymns as part of their program. If you are celebrating their life, you may choose something upbeat and cheerful as appropriate for your scattering ceremony.

For a more personal touch, you can sing a favorite song you shared with the deceased or have everyone present join in as a group.

A personal story

Have someone tell a personal story that the deceased would have liked. It can be a funny story they shared, a special moment they had while growing up, or something entirely unique to them.
That the funeral is over doesn’t mean the late person’s presence has disappeared completely. If you want everyone to know just how special this person was, this is a great way to do it.

Nothing

No rule says that a memorial service must have a specific element. If you want to mark the passing of a loved one quietly, that is your prerogative.

A moment of silence is quite the way to evoke reverence at a memorial. It is a time of silent reflection or prayer and a compelling way to collectively bring the deceased to mind.

There’s no limit to how personal you can make an ash scattering ceremony. In addition to these tips, you can call on us in Cranbury, NJ, for help creating distinctive cremation services for you or your loved one. Visit or call us today