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Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Mausoleum Part 2

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As I continued to wander the sprawling corridors of this massive homage to the departed, the building's age and lack of maintenance became more apparent; the floors below street-level weren't only darker due to being half underground, but also because the lights didn't work in much of the building.

I assumed the lights had been turned off to save energy, but I found very few switches that worked. This only added to the desolate and melancholy aura that hung in the air. It's a unique feeling I haven't experienced anywhere else.

Even on a sunny summer afternoon, the darkness closes in quickly if you get too far from a window.

Due to being built into a hill above a wetland (water flowing downhill and all), the mausoleum is in a constant battle against water damage. The carpets hold a varying mix of scents, from mold and mildew to strong chemical cleaners to old floral perfume. The hall below smelled like fresh rain, however.

The lower levels hold some of the oldest crypts and urns, so it's not surprising that the areas less frequently visited are a lower priority on the repair and maintenance list. The sections on higher floors still have sellable spaces and regularly visiting families.

Although the chapel appears to be a separate building, you can access the chapel basement from the 3rd floor of the mausoleum. These urn rooms were much more intimate than the expansive halls I had just came from.

I notice the floor has been redone in this area somewhat recently. I wonder how long it has been since someone has come to visit these resting souls. I hope they appreciated my company.

Follow for Part 3, where we'll continue on to the deepest and darkest levels (it gets a little spooky)!

Find Part 3 here

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Roman ashes urn, Aquileia

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Embracing Memories: Personalizing Ashes Urns With Love

Find here Best quality Cremation Urns, Casket for Ashes, Cremation Jewellery, Funeral Urns, Pet Urns Products at affordable prices in UK

Every life leaves behind a tapestry of memories, woven with threads of love and laughter. As you honour your loved one's journey with an ashes urn, infusing it with personal touches can elevate it from a vessel to a cherished keepsake. Discover how customization transforms Ashes Caskets into enduring symbols of affection, preserving the essence of your bond for generations to come.

When faced with the loss of a loved one, the journey of grief often leads us to seek ways to honour and remember them. Cremation, with its rising popularity, offers families a unique opportunity to create a personalised tribute to their departed loved ones. Among the choices to be made, selecting an ashes urn stands as a pivotal decision, as it becomes a vessel that encapsulates the memories and emotions associated with the one who has passed.

The concept of personalization goes beyond mere aesthetics; it is an act of love and remembrance. Customising an ashes urn allows you to imbue it with elements that reflect the unique personality, interests, and experiences of your loved one. From engraved messages and meaningful symbols to incorporating their favourite colours or hobbies, the possibilities for personalization are endless.

One of the most common ways to personalise an ashes urn is through engraving. Whether it's a name, date of birth and passing, or a heartfelt message, engraving adds a personal touch that ensures the urn becomes a poignant reminder of the individual it honours.

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If you're planning a funeral, cremation may be the best option for you and your family.

The decision to cremate a loved one is often made so that you have more time to plan the memorial service, or so that you can spread their ashes somewhere meaningful to them. Whatever the reason for choosing cremation over traditional burial services, there are many pros and cons of each—and it's important to consider both before making any final decisions about how your loved one will be laid to rest.  

Cremation Costs Less Than A Traditional Funeral

You might be shocked to find out that cremation costs less than a traditional funeral. The average cost of a cremation is between £800  and £2,000, while the average cost of a traditional funeral is around £6,000. This can be attributed to the fact that you don't have to pay for embalming or burial costs with a cremation service.

Cremation vs Traditional Funeral: Which Is Better?

It's true—the average funeral costs more than double what an average cremation service does! While some people may choose not to spend as much money on their loved ones after they're gone because it's not really something they want as part of their lives anymore (and who can blame them?) others might feel like this isn't fair for all those involved in caring for someone else when they pass away--including family members who will likely need financial help during this difficult time in life."

Paperwork Can Be Simpler

If you're interested in cremation, the paperwork can be simpler than traditional funeral paperwork. The only person who needs to complete and file paperwork for a cremation is the provider who will do it for you. When someone dies, the funeral director or crematorium will typically handle all of this for you, but if you want to go at it solo, here's what needs to be done:

Obtain a death certificate from a doctor or coroner's office (or sometimes from another appropriate agency like law enforcement).

Contact your state's department of health and submit an application for an alternative disposition permit.

Complete and sign an authorization form authorising your chosen provider or family member to cremate your loved one's body on your behalf.

More Time To Plan A Memorial Service

One of the best things about switching to cremation is that you don’t have to choose between a memorial service and a funeral. In fact, either can be held at any time—it’s up to you.

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What to Tell Children About Cremation – How to Explain It

​Funerals and funerals are not just for adults. They are also for the children who have lost someone they loved or are going through a diffi

Funerals and funerals are not just for adults. They are also for the children who have lost someone they loved or are going through a difficult time in their life. It is important to explain what cremation is and how it works so that they can make educated decisions about what happens next. But how do you explain cremation to a child? What can parents tell kids about cremation?

Cremation is a common and important part of burial services in today's society, but there are a variety of misconceptions surrounding the practice. We're here to help you find the right funeral services for your needs, including cremation urns for ashes, memorial urns for scattering, and other cremation urn products, such as jewellery and wedding keepsakes.

Talk about cremation with the people you love. Urns UK provides everything you need to start the conversation in a caring, compassionate and informative way.

Here are some ideas:

First, explain what cremation is.

At first, it can be hard for children to understand what cremation is. They may assume that the body will be burned in an open flame or fire, or that it will be buried underground. The fact that the cremation process involves neither of these things can make it difficult for kids to grasp at first.

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10 Items You Can Put In Your Loved One’s Urn

Here are ten items you can put inside the adult urns to make it more special and personal.

As we honour the passing of our loved ones, we want every experience to be special, unique, and personal. Therefore, what mourners do is put personal items inside their departed loved one’s ashes urn. Others scatter the ashes and keep the personal items, while some keep the ashes and the personal items inside the urn. The choice is up to the family.

If one decides to add items inside a loved one’s urn, he must make sure that the urn is also big enough for all the things to fit inside.

Here are ten items you can put inside the adult urns to make it more special and personal.

1. Poems

There is no denying that poems are special. They are written from the heart of hearts of the poet, and every word is honest and pure. Putting a poem inside the urn of your loved one is a special gesture of love and appreciation. You can write your own poem or place your loved one’s favourite poem inside the urn. You can also put a poem that best describes your loved one.

2. Favourite t-shirt

One of the things that people remember us by is the way we dress. It’s ingrained in our identity. So including your loved one’s favourite shirt in the urn is a very personal gesture. You will constantly be reminded of your loved one through the shirt, especially if you decide to keep the urn inside your house, where you get to see the shirt anytime you desire.

3. Pages from favourite book

There’s a reason why we have our favourite books. Maybe we resonate with the book’s story or the author himself. So you can put in an urn the pages of your loved one’s favourite book. This is another way to make honouring their passing more personal.

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Wonderful Funeral And Keepsake Urns For Ashes Death is an inexorable part of our life by which none of us can escape. No matter who the person is, each one of us has to go through this resentful chapter once in a while in our lifetime.

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