Is a Direct Burial the Right Choice?

With all of the funerary options that are out there, it can be important to know about the different benefits that each option offers and what you can expect form them. One option that not many people consider is direct burial. Direct burial can be the right choice for many families, so there are some things that directors of funeral homes in Biloxi, MS want you to know.

Direct burial is a type of burial that is done quickly after the death and that does not use embalming services. This kind of burial is generally done without having a service beforehand. It can be the best choice for people who want a quick burial, so it may be something you want to consider if you do not want something that takes too long.

Direct burial is an option that is especially important for people who are working with a limited budget. Since you do not have to pay for embalming fees and you do not have to have a service beforehand, you are saving money on what you have to spend. Direct burial also allows you to focus on grieving and not on having to plan an elaborate service for your loved one. This does not mean that you cannot have a service later, but you do not have to stress about doing so before the burial takes place.

It can help to know a bit about the process of this kind of burial. The process starts with the body being taken to the funeral home. There, it is prepared and dressed but not embalmed. You can choose to have a quick viewing at the funeral home with family and close friends if you like, but you do not have to do so if you do not want to. You will have to fill out paperwork and take care of other administrative tasks and then the body will be placed in the casket and taken to the location of burial. If you would like, you can have a small ceremony before the burial. Many people choose to have a reception or something similar.

If you would like to plan a burial for a loved one but are worried about the expense of it and about the stress that can come from planning it, you can choose a direct burial. It lets you offer your loved one a burial without putting all of this stress on yourself or your family. A direct burial will also be more affordable than another option. You can learn more about this or any other option by reaching out to a Biloxi, MS funeral home like us at Riemann Family Funeral Homes. We are here to help you with all of the decisions you need to make after the death of a loved one so do reach out to us. Give us a call right now or visit us today at one of our locations to speak with an expert.