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Are you aware of the different lasting memorials outside a cemetery? Are you afraid that a non-traditional memorial will lose the historical significance cemeteries once provided? Today’s memorial options seem limited only by the imagination.

Lasting memorials were once restricted to cemeteries, where future generations could visit the final resting places of their loved ones lost. How does one visit the lasting memorial of someone who isn’t buried in a cemetery?

If you want to know more about lasting memorials outside a cemetery, then listen to this episode of Forever in their Hearts, where host Erik Reynolds talks with Valerie Martell, Director of Operations for Martin Brothers Funeral Services about the various options available.

Modern technology allows memorials ranging from cryonics and scientific donation to works of art and mummification. This interview explains non-traditional memorial options in Vancouver, British Columbia.

The Significance of Cemeteries

Valerie kicks the episode off by talking about the significance of cemeteries as permanent memorials for people who have been buried before us.

Next Valerie explains that cemeteries are everywhere, no matter where you go across North America. If there were no cemeteries, we would really lose out on a piece of history.

Valerie then details some of the things she looks forward to when visiting a cemetery.

If you know what each type of memorial offers, then it will be easier to make decisions when pre-planning funeral wishes for yourself or a loved one.

Cemetery Traditions and Cremated Remains

Valerie goes on to discuss how being cremated affects cemetery traditions. She also answers other questions including:

- How can I include cremated remains in a traditional burial?
- What happens to cemetery remains after a long period of time?
- How many cremated remains are allowed in a single cemetery plot?
- What are some other ways to make a lasting memorial in a cemetery?

Now ask yourself these two questions: Do I want to be memorialized in a cemetery? Do I have all the information regarding alternatives? If you answered “No” to either or both questions, then listen to the podcast now and contact Martin Brothers for more information and questions.

Other Ways to Have a Lasting Memorial

Then Valerie explains some of the lasting memorials outside a cemetery right here in the Greater Vancouver area of British Columbia.

Valerie also talks about some intangible ways that you can make a lasting memorial for a loved one lost.

Although burying cremated remains on your property might seem like a good idea, during the podcast you’ll hear some of the pitfalls that go hand-in-hand with this sentimental idea.

The podcast wraps up with Valerie sharing her final thoughts about lasting memorials outside a cemetery setting.

Are Lasting Memorials Outside a Cemetery Right for You?

Do you want to know more about options for lasting memorials? Do you need to know about preplanning your own final wishes? After the podcast, please leave your comments in the space below. We look forward to discussing them with you.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services has more than 100 years of experience in providing thoughtful, dedicated services to families dealing with loss. If you are ready to take care of funeral pre-arrangements, have additional questions about their services, or are dealing with a loss, please contact them at their Vancouver office.

Martin Brothers Funeral Services

Vancouver: Funeral Services Centre
3398 Dunbar Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6S 2C1

Telephone Number: 778.330.7799
Toll Free Number: 1.800.382.2901
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