We recently lost someone

A drawing by Juliette Aristides entitled "Grief"

It is hard to find yourself here. Surrounded by uncomfortable decisions and words you don’t use.

You are strong enough to get this far, so some experienced advice: Give yourself time and space. Choices will be made, but nothing should be irreversible. There are options to simply keep ashes at home or to place them in a niche of a columbarium. You want to find options that preserve the possibility of later forming a family legacy and gathering place.

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The FAQs,  folders,  articles and pages shown may be helpful:

  Can I Keep Ashes at Home

Many people keep ashes at home, sometimes for months, sometimes for years. For some families, the urn brings comfort and closeness. For others, it eventually raises difficult questions about safety, permanence, visitation, and what future generations will do. There is no single right answer. This guide is meant to help you thoughtfully explore the decision.

  Choosing the Final Resting Place for Ashes

Choosing a final resting place for ashes can feel overwhelming. This guide explains the options available at Walker Chapel in Northern Virginia, the role of a columbarium, how families plan ahead, and the questions most people ask before making a decision.

  Honoring a Loved One After Cremation

Honoring a loved one after cremation is intensely personal. There are so many options and so many people giving heartfelt advice; it can be hard to decide. There are considerations for each option, and the best advice may be not to select an irreversible option, should you later be of a different mind.

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