Short Guide to Keepsake Urns

July 25, 2022

Keepsake urns can make a wonderful choice for many families. Click here to learn more about these unique urns and if they are right for you and your family.

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When shopping for your loved one’s urn, you may come across something called a keepsake urn. These urns are very popular and many families choose them for a variety of reasons, However, if you are not familiar with them you may not know if they are the best choice for you and your family. To help you decide, providers of cremation services in Cache Valley, UT. share more about these unique urns. 


What is a Keepsake Urn? 


Keepsake urns are urns that are much smaller in size. Their purpose is to hold just a portion of your loved one’s ashes so that they can be divided among several people. With standard urns coming in at a size of 200 cubic inches, keepsake urns are much smaller with only 50 cubic inches of space. There are even smaller keepsake urns that just have one single cubic inch of space. 


What Are Keepsake Urns Made Of? 


Just like standard sized urns come in a variety of material, it is the same with keepsake urns. Therefore they can be found being made from materials such as glass, stone, metal, and wood. 


Where Do You Keep a Keepsake Urn? 


Most people typically keep their keepsake urn on display in their home. This could be on a bookshelf, mantle or other piece of furniture. It could be located in the living room, home office, bedroom, or any other room they see fit. 


Keepsake Urns You Can Wear 


For families who would like something a little different, they might consider cremation jewelry. These pieces of jewelry are essentially very small keepsake urns. Depending on the piece of jewelry, the ashes will be located in different areas. For example, in a cremation pendant, the pendant is empty and acts as pouch where ashes will be poured into. With other pieces, such as bracelets, there may be a tube or chamber as part of the design that is filled with ashes. 


Are Keepsake Urn Choices Limited? 


You may think that since these type of urns are smaller and maybe not as common as standard display urns, the choices for designs may be limited. However, today there are tons of styles, designs, and choices to choose from when it coms to keepsake urns. 


Special Considerations 


It is very important to take into consideration your loved one’s religious beliefs and well as thoughts when it comes to separating and diving the ashes. Some religions, while they accept cremation, believe that remains should not be separated. Before dividing your loved one’s ashes into keepsake urns, consider their beliefs. 


Final Thoughts 


Keepsake urns can be a wonderful option for many families. Since the ashes can be divided, it is a nice option to allow several family members to each have a special piece of their loved one. Just make sure the act of dividing the ashes doesn’t go against any religious or personal beliefs of your loved one. 


To learn more about keepsake urns as well as cremation services in Cache Valley, UT., give us a call or come by anytime. Our knowledgeable and compassionate staff is here to help answer any questions and concerns you may have.

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