Selecting the right burial option is an important part of planning a respectful and meaningful funeral. One common question families often ask is, “Why choose a casket instead of a coffin?” While both serve the same purpose providing a final resting place for a loved one there are some important...

When a loved one is cremated, the coffin they are placed in is cremated along with them. The entire coffin is placed inside the cremation chamber, where it is exposed to extremely high temperatures reaching up to 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit. The cremation process typically takes about 90 minutes, during which...

Picking out a box for a loved one who has died is a very emotional and symbolic process. When making this choice, it's not just about cost and benefit. A person's personal, cultural, and religious views can be seen in the coffin they choose. Funeral Homes Dayton, Ohio, will explore...