More people are choosing cremation, yet cremation has a long tradition and today remains largely unchanged.
Cremation is a process performed in a respectful and dignified manner and the deceased can be memorialized in many ways. A funeral or memorial service with cremation may be exactly the same as a funeral service followed by traditional burial if you choose. For peace of mind, your loved one will never leave the care and custody of Roper & Sons as all cremations are done at our O Street campus.
Perhaps no other moment in the funeral process is as powerful as the final resting place of your loved one. For survivors, it is a time when they must let go of the person who died and look ahead to a changed life. Choosing the kind of final disposition that is most meaningful and most appropriate for the deceased is important. We can help you decide what will work best for you.
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When planning a funeral, one of the many decisions you will make is where your loved one’s final resting place will be. Depending on whether you choose a cemetery, your home, your garden, or some other location, you will need to choose an appropriate protective container.
Before Planning a Cremation consider
- Family rituals or traditions
- Vacations and holidays
- Important friends, colleagues, and teachers
- Mentor/mentee relationships
- Work or career
- Organizations and volunteer projects
- Hobbies, pastimes, or special passions
- Special pets
- Interests and areas of skill
- Spirituality and religion
- Milestones, family heritage, and relationships
- The extended family and other special friends
From our Clients
As a Trustee, I am sometimes called upon to assist with end-of-life planning for a client. Roper & Sons has been a wonderful partner – their staff go above and beyond to ensure the details of the plan are carried out with great sensitivity and care.
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Memorial Services
A Memorial Service or Celebration of Life service is just that. A celebration and remembrance of your loved one. It’s a creative and meaningful memorial service that can feel more like an event or a party – it can be traditional or non-traditional while also being personal and festive.
Cremation Services
Cremation is a process performed in a respectful and dignified manner and the deceased can be memorialized in many ways. A funeral or memorial service with cremation may be exactly the same as a funeral service followed by traditional burial if you choose.
Grief Support
At Roper & Sons Funeral Home, we understand that a funeral or memorial service for your loved one is a positive first step in the grieving process. Family members and friends get a chance to say their goodbyes and, at the same time, they get to share strong feelings with one another.