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How do you plan a closed cremation?

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My father's final wish was to have a closed cremation. How do you plan a closed cremation?

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Monday, June 06, 2022

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A closed cremation involves no funeral service and no viewing of the deceased. A closed cremation includes:
You organize a doctor to complete any paperwork
Your loved one is collected from their place of death
You book the cremation
Their body is transported to a crematorium
The cremation is carried out
You settle any cremation fees
The ashes are safely returned to you

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