Selecting a Casket for Your Loved One

Talking to funeral directors from funeral homes in Boonville, CA. about your loved one’s services, you will find you will need to make a lot of decisions. One such decision is the selection of the casket you wish your loved one to be buried in. With this most likely being the first time you have had to make such a purchase, it can be overwhelming. Here are some of the most important things to consider when making this important selection. 

Select the Correct Size 

If you were not aware that caskets were available in various sizes for adults, you are not alone. Most people are surprised to discover that caskets actually come in several sizes. While most are found in the standard size of 84 inches long, 28 inches wide, and 23 inches high your loved one may need a different size. 

This is especially true if they were taller or larger than the average adult. In this case, they would need to have an oversized casket. Luckily these sizes are offered in almost every style and design of casket so you will still have more than enough options to choose from. 

An important thing to note here is that these oversized caskets do tend to come in at a higher price point than their standard counterparts. This is important when working on a budget. 

Think About What Your Loved One Would Like 

As you begin to look at casket designs, you may find yourself being pulled to designs and types that you like. However, these may not be the same styles your loved one would have liked. It is important during this process that you take time to pause and really ask yourself if this is something your loved one would have liked. 

Make it Personal 

Making your loved one’s casket unique and personal to them is a touching way to honor them. With so many ways to customize a casket, you will have several options available from. Just some of the elements that can be customized include: 

• choosing the interior lining color 
  
• having a design on the inside lid 
  
• decorating the entire exterior of the casket with a pattern or image 
  
• adding extra embellishments such as decorative edges 
  
• adding extra features such as special keepsake compartments 

Keep Your Budget in Mind 

Although you want to provide your loved one with the very best casket available, you need to make sure it is going to fit in your overall budget. You want to feel good about your purchase when you look back and are thinking more logically rather than emotionally. 

Final Thoughts 

Selecting the right casket for your loved one is not an easy task. It can be tough to decide anything when you are experiencing a loss and grief. The pain you feel will make it much more difficult to think clearly. One tip to help is to make sure you are not doing this alone. Having another family member or close friend accompany you can make a world of difference. 

And of course, as directors of funeral homes in Boonville, CA. we are going to be here with you as well to help guide you along and answer any questions you may have to ensure you make the best choice.