Why Choose Cremation Services In The Winter?

There are many things to consider when planning a loved one's funeral. One of them is the weather. While in most cases you cannot plan your loved one's death, you can plan their funeral. If a loved one is dying and you cannot bury him or her because the winter and the earth are frozen and hard, then you should consider another option. The cremation services in Whiteland, IN can be the best way to say goodbye to your loved one.

Frozen ground 

One of the main reasons you can't bury your loved one in winter is because the ground is cold and icy. This makes digging graves impossible and your loved one may have to stay at the funeral home for a while as you have to wait for the ground to thaw before you can continue the service. You can instead have a cremation ceremony and then postpone the memorial service. If you want to bury your loved one, you can bury their ashes when the ground is warmed up and digging is possible.

Travel problems 

Winter weather can cause many problems with travels for those who live out of town and would need to make plans to attend the services. There will likely be family and friends who want to attend the funeral but cannot due to the weather. You may not be able to drive or feel safe on wintry roads. Instead of asking them to travel in the winter, you can just cremate the body and postpone the funeral service until another time. That way, your loved ones can plan their trip in the safest weather so they can get the closure they need and be there to pay their respects. 

Outside temperature 

When attending a funeral, you will often have to stand outside while the body is on the ground. In some cases, the full service takes place outside the home, which can be painful in winter. Your darling deserves something, so don't rush and make your family and friends comfortable during the service. The cremation of the body enables a respectful handling of your loved one and still makes it possible to for you to plan a complete service at another time so everyone can attend. 

If you're planning a funeral for a loved one and want it to be special and traditional but don't know how the winter weather will affect it, you may need to have some other options in mind. Instead of the traditional funeral, you might need to have cremation services in Whiteland, IN. The tips above can help you plan the cremation and make sure it is respectful and special. Contact Indiana Funeral Care if you plan to bury or cremate a loved one and need some help making your plans. We're here to help with any concerns and to work with you to ensure that your funeral plans go just how you want them.