Ash Scattering Services

Families often find themselves to be caretakers of a loved one's ashes. What began as an emotional need to keep a deceased family member close, sometimes leads to indecision and low-level anxiety. Should something be done with their cremated remains? And if so, what's the right thing to do? You really have four choices: retain possession of them, inter them in a local cemetery, learn how to scatter ashes on your own; or hire one of many ash scattering services available to area residents.

But, how can you know which is the best service for your needs? As we are the leading cremation services provider in the region, you can trust any one of our recommended ash scattering services to reduce any anxiety or concern you may be feeling. Call us at (705)586-2449 to learn more about how we can assist you in scattering the ashes of a loved one.

What are Ash Scattering Services?

Basically, an ash scattering service is a state- and federally-regulated company offering professional scattering of cremated remains. For a fee, an ash scattering service (following strict Environmental Protection Agency guidelines) will distribute your loved one's ashes in the location of your choice. While there really is no governing agency actively overseeing ash scattering, there are some basics you should know about scattering ashes:

• Public parks require that you obtain a scattering permit.
• Scattering ashes in inland waters is governed by the Clean Water Act.  You will need to obtain a permit from the state agency involved in the care of inland water ways.
• Ash scattering at sea must be done at a location which is a minimum of three nautical miles from the coastline.
• Any flowers or wreaths used in the ash scattering ceremony held at sea must decompose. No plastic flowers or other non-decomposable items can be left behind.
• For scattering done at sea, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires that you notify the regional office in writing within 30 days after the event.

Turn to Us

You can easily see how important it is to hire an ash scattering service which is not only committed to professional yet compassionate care; but is also pledged to follow existing federal, state, and local environmental guidelines when scattering ashes on behalf of the families they serve. When considering ash scattering, you should know that each of the services we recommend can be trusted to care for your loved one's cremated remains. Call us today at (705)586-2449 to speak with us about our recommendations for reputable ash scattering services.
 

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