When it comes time to plan a cremation service for a loved one and you decide that it’s the best option for your family member or friend, you also have to think about what you will cremate with the body. Do you have anything special that you want to add? Do you think your loved one would have wanted certain things included in their services? Keep these tips in mind when choosing the best things to add to a cremation for your loved one and while planning cremation services in West Ashley, SC. 

Clothing 

Clothing seems like a common thing to add to the cremation and it’s very much acceptable to choose to cremate your deceased loved one with clothing on. That makes perfect sense and many people choose to dress their loved one before they are cremated. If you are wondering if your loved one would like to wear clothing, it could be something you ask them while they are living so they can give you an honest answer. Some people may even choose to include this information in their funeral or cremation plans. If they are able to make their own arrangements before they pass away, you can ask them to specify their preferences about clothing. You can even have them choose the clothing they like best.

Jewelry 

Some people have jewelry that they wear often and if your loved one had a special piece that they always had on, you may want to include it with the body for cremation services. If you have something special for your loved one to have with them when they are cremated, this can be added too. While you may not be able to add too much to the cremation, you can put the jewelry that you know they would want on their body. Keep in mind the jewelry will be melted down in the cremation and become part of the ashes so you won’t get it back after the cremation is complete. 

Photos 

You can always choose to add photos to the cremation. This is a nice way to add something meaningful that is special to you or that meant something to the deceased. If you have family members that are hoping to help you plan the cremation services, you can allow them to help by asking them to add photos and putting them in the cremation casket. Be sure to make copies and not use your only copies of the photo. You should speak with the crematory owner to find out if it is okay to do so before you make these plans. 



Do you want to plan cremation services in West Ashley, SC? If so, you may also be thinking about what things you can add to the cremation with your loved one’s body. While you may not be able to add a lot of things, if you have something special that you want to add, you may be able to do so. Keep the above tips in mind when making your plans. You can also reach out to the Palmetto Cremation Society. Call us today for help.