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How many people use cremation today in Victoria?There are approximately 30,000 deaths each year in Victoria and nearly 12,000 cremations take place. The overall average for Victoria is 40% but in areas where cremation facilities are readily available, the rate approaches 75%. So far, over 330,000 cremations have occurred at The Necropolis Springvale. What happens to the coffin or casket after the service?Once the coffin or casket is removed from view, the name plate is carefully checked against the cremation authorisation documents. The coffin or casket is then identified with a second marker in the form of a label verifying the name of the deceased. Is the coffin or casket cremated with the body?Yes. What happens to precious and other metals whilst in the cremator?Once exposed to high temperatures, they follow a natural process of fusing with any other surrounding materials. They are irretrievable. Can relatives witness the cremation?Yes. People may attend the committal of the coffin or casket into the cremator. A special viewing room is provided at The Necropolis. Please inform the funeral director at the time of booking the funeral so we may carry out your request. Do I get the correct cremated remains?Yes. Each coffin or casket is clearly identified with two separate name markers upon its arrival at the crematorium. At The Necropolis, The Necropolis label is transferred onto the outside of the cremator itself as soon as the coffin or casket is placed inside. This label stays with the individual cremated remains until they are placed in their respective container, which is also clearly identified with a third marker. In addition, each cremator is designed to accept only one coffin or casket. This ensures all cremated remains are kept separate throughout the entire cremation process. Can I keep the cremated remains if I want to?In most instances disposal of the cremated remains is the responsibility of the person who signed the authority to cremate. The person who has signed this authority may arrange a memorial, collect or scatter the remains. How can I ensure that I am cremated when I die?To best protect your wishes, clear instructions in writing should be given to the person who will be responsible for organising your funeral when you die. These instructions are not binding in law, so you should ensure that the person you instruct is someone who will carry our your wishes. The final decision rests with your executors. It may be of benefit to note your wishes in as many forms as possible. This would include your will and if possible, prepaying the cremation and ensuring the deed is easily available to your executor. |
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