Following a loss, the need to gather together and mourn is a deeply human practice present in all cultures. The two most common service types following a passing are a Funeral service or a Cremation memorial service. Funeral and Cremation services offer different opportunities to honor our loved one and to comfort the community of mourners. The selection of a funeral versus a cremation is a deeply personal choice that should be made taking into account both the individual’s wishes and those of the closest loved ones.