There are many myths surrounding San Pablo funeral homes, many of which are harmful and dissuade families from getting the help they need during an already difficult time. Here are a few facts to set the record straight:
Myth: All Services Must Be Held at the Funeral Home.
Funeral homes are outfitted to provide a well-manicured and fully prepared backdrop for traditional funerals, visitations, religious services, memorials, celebrations of life, and much more. However, they are not the only place you can host these services. If you choose to have your loved one’s funeral at a nearby church, community center, or other location, you can, and the staff of your funeral home can travel there to help you host the event. You can use the funeral home for as many or as few of the services you host as you choose.
Myth: Cremation Limits Your Options
Many people worry that alternatives like cremation will limit their options for funeral services. While it is true that cremation can change some of the elements of a service, such as how the body is prepared and presented, it does not have to.
In some cases, families choose to have their loved one’s body prepared and presented for a wake or visitation in the traditional manner. After this gathering, the body can either remain present for the funeral service or may go on to the crematorium to be prepared. Either way, the services can be designed around your family’s choices, and traditions can be upheld, regardless of how your loved one is buried.
Myth: Embalming is Legally Required.
The law is often a parameter that limits expression and family choice, but that is not the case at many San Pablo funeral homes. While embalming is required for cases of hosting open-casket services or traveling long distances with a body, it is not a requirement for traditional burial. If you opt for a green burial, cremation, or other options that do not require displaying the body during a service, you can opt out of embalming and other preparations, saving your family money and time.
If you find yourself confused or needing assistance, reach out to the staff at St. Joseph Cemetery & Funeral Center. They have the resources to help you and a deep understanding of exactly what you are dealing with.