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What happens during the cremation process?

The casket or container is placed in the cremation chamber, where the temperature is raised to approximately 1400 degrees to 1800 degrees Fahrenheit. After approximately, 2 to 2 1/2 hours, all organic matter is consumed by heat or evaporation. The residue which is left is bone fragments, known as cremated remains. The cremated remains are...  Continue Reading.

How can I help a child deal with the death of a loved one?

Children grieve just as adults do. Any child old enough to form a relationship will experience some form of grief when a relationship is severed. Adults may not view a child behavior as grief as it is often demonstrated in behavioral patterns which we misunderstand and do not appear to us to be grief such...  Continue Reading.

Why should I prearrange my Cremation?

When you plan ahead, you will be able to compare the many options available. You will be able to compare the services, the products and the prices among different companies. You will have the opportunity to make an informed decision about your arrangements, and the form of memorial you prefer. You will be able to...  Continue Reading.
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The cost of cremation and the degree of service vary widely across Pennsylvania. We are NOT a high priced funeral home. We ARE a fully licensed cremation service provider and focus on the needs of the families we serve. In addition, we own our private crematory so that your loved one never ...  Continue Reading.

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