Can you mix 2 peoples ashes together?

You can commingle (mix) two different people’s ashes together in a single Bios Urn ® as long as the total quantity is under 2.5 liters. If you plan to split the ashes between different family members and only use a portion in the Bios Urn ®, they could therefore fit in a single tree urn.

Can human ashes be different colors?

Yes, cremated ashes range in color from light gray or pasty white to dark gray or gray-brown. If you receive cremains outside of this normal range, you might want to ask your cremation service why that is. Aside from their color, cremated ashes also vary in other aspects, including their weight and coarseness.

Can you put two urns on plot?

You can bury more than one urn in a plot. If you do not intend to do so, some people place urns containing the ashes of the deceased in memorials called columbariums.

What is a companion urn?

Companion urns are urns sized to accommodate the ashes of two individuals. Companion urns are a poetic way to honor the special relationship between life partners. They remain together forever, eternally.

Is there DNA in cremated remains?

How is DNA preserved in cremated remains? The actual ashes are thus useless as they will not contain DNA. It is the bones and teeth that could potentially hold some DNA viable for analysis. However, after the cremation, the bones and teeth left behind are turned into a find powder (a process known as pulverization).

Is it illegal to spread ashes?

When it comes to the question of whether or not it is illegal to scatter ashes, there are very few official laws in place. While you should always request permission before scattering ashes on private property, there are no laws about where or how ashes should be scattered on public property.

Can you bury cremated remains with another person?

Interring Cremated Ashes on Private Property In many cases, a personal burial is desired by the family to keep the ashes close-by on their private property. The services of a funeral director are not required for the arrangements, however at the time of the burial, the family can certainly have a ceremony.

Can I bury ashes in a family grave?

You can bury ashes within an existing family grave, as long as you have the rights to do so, and have got permission from the cemetery. The same is true if you’d like to scatter the ashes on a family grave – some cemeteries won’t allow this.

Where to bury cremated remains in Washington State?

People’s Memorial Association, a Washington state nonprofit for funeral education and advocacy, also lists on its website general guidelines. “In Washington state, you can scatter or bury your cremated remains on your own property, or on someone else’s property with their permission,” said Kathy Long, the group’s executive director.

Is it legal to scattering ashes over water?

So as part of your planning, check local and state laws and familiarize yourself with any federal laws that may apply to an over-water scattering. In most states, ashes can be scattered over land on private property with the permission of the owner or on public lands with permission of the governing agency.

Do you need a permit to scatter ashes on Mount Rainier?

“Though the manual isn’t specific to ‘scattering ashes,’ the agency recognizes the deliberate ceremonial placement of human remains as establishing a final resting place or burial ground and, therefore, could restrict access or actions on the land.” For Mount Rainier National Park, a permit is required to scatter human ashes.

How often can you spread ashes in Mount Spokane?

Generally, if guidelines are followed, it’s fine in many places. Steve Christensen, Mount Spokane State Park manager and ranger, gets the request for scattering of ashes at least two or three times a year. “People are allowed to spread ashes as long as they get permission from the land owners or permission from the park manager,” Christensen said.