Caskets
A receptacle of wood, metal or plastic into which the dead human body is placed for burial. Sometimes referred to as "coffin" or "burial case". Whether you are preplanning for yourself or choosing for a loved one, a casket selection is a very personal decision and an expression of your feelings. A casket that reflects the personality and taste of your loved one can be your final tribute to their life.

Burial Vault
A well-designed burial vault plays an important role at the cemetery, as the final resting place for the casket. The strength and beauty of the vault adds permanence and dignity to the graveside ceremony. A vault is basically a plastic liner is coated with a patented epoxy adhesive. That plastic liner is then placed in a steel form. Together, the plastic liner and the steel form the shape of a burial vault. Then concrete is poured into the form and allowed to set overnight. The steel form is then stripped away and the vault is moved to a storage area for an aging period during which the concrete will reach it's full strength.

Cremation Urns
Cremation Urns provide the vessel in which to memorialize a loved one. While a cremation urn serves to safeguard the cremated remains, it should also reflect the personality of the deceased individual. As you will learn, cremation urns are made from a variety of natural and man-made materials. They can be simple and quite inexpensive or intricate and as costly as a one-of-a kind sculpture. Before a cremation urn is selected, some thought should be given to the final placement of the urn. If the urn is to be kept at home, them something more decorative might make sense. If it to be buried in a cemetery, then an urn crafted out of something durable would work nicely. The presence of the urn at the memorial service might also impact the selection as well.

Cremation Caskets
Cremation caskets and containers are available in a wide variety of styles and prices and can be categorized in four different groups: Traditional Wood Caskets, Wood Cremation Caskets, Hardboard Caskets and Fiberboard Containers. Though each container has its unique features, you will want to consider the type of service that is planned before making any decisions. For example, when a traditional ceremony has been scheduled, many families prefer the design and ornamentation of a traditional or cremation casket. However, if a memorial service (without the body present) is planned, you may opt for a hardboard or fiberboard container. Alternative containers are also available; however, they offer no interiors and are often constructed of cardboard. These are suitable when no viewing or service has been scheduled. Click on a selection to the left to find specific information about the container that interests you.