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CREMATION: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is Cremation? Cremation is defined as a method of disposition that serves as an alternative to traditional burial or entombment in a casket.  The loved one is placed in a casket or other state-mandated container – often referred to as an alternative container – and is placed in the cremation […]

DEATH NOTIFICATION CHECKLIST – WHO TO NOTIFY and WHEN When a family member or friend has died, it is important to notify various government agencies, banks, creditors and credit reporting agencies of the death. To reduce the risk of identity theft, these notifications should be made promptly after the death. To expedite notification, you should […]

TRAVELING INTERNATIONALLY WITH CREMATED REMAINS With so many advances in technology and travel, families are more spread out than ever before.  It’s common for families to want to take the ashes of their loved ones back to their country of origin.  This can be problematic if you don’t have the proper documentation and Consulate approvals.  […]

WHAT IS TRAVEL PROTECTION? When planning a vacation, attending a wedding, or traveling for business, we rarely think of the possibility that we might pass away hundreds or thousands of miles away from home.  Wise travelers often purchase travel and repatriation plans for this very reason. Preplanning your cremation with Beachwood Society affords you the […]

WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE ARRANGEMENT CONFERENCE       When a loved one passes away, families are often at a loss as to what to do first.  The Beachwood Society is committed to ensuring that the families we serve make informed decisions and are educated on the various facets of this process.       Often, the director will make […]

SCATTERING ASHES AT SEA It’s no surprise that many coastal residents love the ocean.  Often, when a loved one passes, the family chooses to scatter their ashes at sea.  This is a meaningful moment for families and, with the proper knowledge, it is relatively easy to do. Scattering of ashes must take place three nautical […]

FLORIDA DEATH CERTIFICATES Death certificates (also called “certified death certificates”) are legal documents that record and verify a person’s death.  These documents are the only official record that a death has occurred.  You may be aware that Florida offers two types of death certificates: the long form, which lists a person’s cause of death, as […]

THE BEACHWOOD SOCIETY HAS FORGED UNIQUE, NEW PARTNERSHIPS FOR MEMORIALIZATION The Beachwood Society is always looking for innovative, meaningful ways of memorializing our loved ones.  Times are changing, and that includes how families approach cremation.  While more traditional options still exist, cremation isn’t all about heavy marble urns anymore.  Families want personalized, tangible keepsakes that […]

At The Beachwood Society, we believe in celebrating life with dignity. We know that deciding to pre-plan cremation is deeply personal. That’s why our knowledgeable and caring team offers a compassionate approach to planning direct cremation at our Naples-based Crematorium. We strive to make the process simple and respectful for you and your loved ones […]