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Cremation is a very old process, dating back as far as the Stone Age. For much of human history, Cremation was very common both in the East and West. In the early Christian era, Cremation declined in the West since early Christians preferred earth burial. Current interest in cremation was revived in the late 1800's. Cremation currently accounts for about one quarter of all final dispositions.

Cremation is simply a matter of preference and choice. People have various reasons for selecting cremation influenced by ethnic background or family tradition. The concept that Cremation is selected because of perceived lower funeral costs or lack of land for earth burial is totally inaccurate.

Family members have many choices when they choose the cremation option. They can elect to have a religious and/memorial service with or without a viewing. The remains may be buried in a family plot , placed within a mausoleum or scattered. Some families prefer to have their loved one memorialized in a garden especially designed for this purpose.

Many families prefer to place the cremated remains in an urn.  Kain-Murphy Funeral Home has a unique selection of urns displayed at the Funeral home. Pam or Gene are there to assist you with your selection.

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1910

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