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Misconceptions About Cremation Services
For many families, offering their loved one cremation can be a good option, but the decision can be tough with all of the myths out there about cremation.
Deciding on the funerary arrangements you want for your loved one means taking time to learn about all of the options that you have. This can be complicated, however, because of the misconceptions that are out there about cremation services. If you want to be sure that you can offer your loved one the exact kind of options they would have wanted, there are some things that providers of cremation services in New Iberia, LA want you to remember.
One common misconception people have about cremation services is that they do not offer many options. That is not true. People tend to think that cremation only means direct cremation, but there are other options, too. You can go for a full cremation, which has many added services. For a loved one who was worried about the environment, you want to consider a bio cremation. A bio cremation is done with water and not with flames, so you can expect less carbon to be released into the air. There is no need to feel like you are being limited in your choices when you opt for cremation.
Another misconception you may come across is that it is impossible to know if the remains you get are your loved one’s. That is also not true. Because cremation cannot be undone, providers have very strict protocols they follow to ensure that everything is done correctly. You will have lots of paperwork to fill out and there are many procedures the cremations provider will do. If you are still nervous about this, you can ask to be present as the cremation takes place.
You may also hear that if you cremate a loved one, you will not be able to offer them the service that they would have wanted. That is not true. You can give your loved one a funeral with the casket present before you have the cremation done or you can choose to have a memorial with the urn present once the cremation is finished. That can allow you to give your loved one exactly the kind of options they would have wanted. You do not need to feel like there are limits to what you can give your loved one.
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virtual funeral services provide a place for people to grieve and remember their loved ones in a safe and comfortable setting. These services can be done in person or online and are becoming increasingly popular. If you are considering cremation, be sure to ask lots of questions and get all the information you can to make the best decision for you and your family.
Choosing a cemetery for inurnment is not always an easy decision. If you are considering cremation, you may feel like you do not need to choose a cemetery at all. That is another misconception. You will still need to find a final resting place for your loved one's remains. Whether you choose a traditional cemetery or something more unique, such as scattering the ashes in a special place, you will still need to make arrangements for the urn.
These are some common misconceptions that you may come across about cremation services. You do not want to make a decision based on myths, so do take the time to reach out to experts and see what they say. Ask lots of questions to be sure that you know exactly what you can expect from cremation services. Having as much information as possible can help. You can learn more about how to choose the services you want for a loved one by reaching out to a New Iberia, LA cremation services provider like us at Pellerin Funeral Homes. We have years of experience and we can ensure that your loved one gets the exact services you want. Give us a call right now or visit us at one of our locations today to learn more.
Jim is originally from Orange, Texas and attended Northwestern State University while on a golf scholarship. Jim graduated in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
After graduation, he returned to Texas, where he started a family and worked for an industrial transportation warehouse.
In 2002, Jim received a degree in Applied Sciences from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Sciences and returned to Natchitoches. He has been professionally employed as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer since obtaining this degree.
Jim joined the staff at Blanchard-St. Denis in March 2008 and became General Manager in 2017. Jim’s level of care for the families he serves is shown everyday by his strong work ethic and his compassion for others at one of the most difficult times in their life.
He is married to Laura Flores and together they are owners of a local restaurant. In his spare time, Jim enjoys spending time with his family and occasionally playing golf with his son, Joe.
Dawn Slaughter has been a resident of Natchitoches since 1994. She moved to Natchitoches from Bossier City to attend Northwestern State University, but South Louisiana will always be “home”. Her dad spent 23 years in the Air Force, during which time she was fortunate enough to live abroad for 3 years and traveled to several countries. She met her husband Jason, at NSU. They have three beautiful daughters, Madison, Morgan, and Mikayla. In 2011, she graduated from Northwestern.
She was a stay-at-home mom for many years. Her husband has subcontracted for cemetery service for the funeral home for over 20 years. She began working at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home in November of 2018 as the office administrator and received her funeral director’s license in July of 2019. Dawn takes pride in helping the families of Natchitoches during some of their most difficult times, and helping them prepare their final arrangements to lessen the grief for their families.
Dawn is very active in her church, teaching her little third graders in Sunday School and singing in the choir at Christmas time. She is a member of the Les Amies Service Organization and enjoys volunteering in the community. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking and quilting. She is her daughter’s biggest fan in all of their pursuits.
Hunter was raised in Many, Louisiana, he graduated from Negreet High School in 2013. He then obtained an associate degree in applied sciences from Dallas institute of Funeral Service to practice Funeral Directing and Embalming.
In December of 2022, Hunter joined the staff of Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Through Hunter’s 10 years of service in the funeral industry he learned how much he loves helping families through the toughest time of their life. Hunter takes pride in treating each family he cares for like his own.
Hunter has two children, Anniston Kate and Lawson. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, hunting, watching any kind of sport, but most of all spending time his children and family.
Tommy started his career with Blanchard St. Denis working part-time. He joined our funeral home full-time in 2011 after retiring from the United States Postal Service with 37 years of service.
Tommy is a lifelong resident of Natchitoches where he graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1970. He furthered his education by receiving an associate degree from Northwestern State University.
He is married to Lisa McClellan. They have 4 children between them and are fondly known as Pepaw and Nana to 8 wonderful grandchildren. Tommy loves the game of golf and plays every chance he gets. He is also a wonderful cook and enjoys doing so for his family.
Tommy is passionate about caring for and seeing the needs of others. He takes pride in helping the people in his community during one of the most difficult times in their life.
Steve was born in Natchitoches and raised in Montgomery. When he graduated from high school, he attended NSU and studied mechanical arts.
He began his career with Gifford Hill and Company, a major construction supply company. While working full-time Steve attended the Shreveport Beauty Academy at night and received his license for makeup and hair styling. After 30 years he retired from Gifford Hill as Regional Manager for the Southwest region.
Steve began working for Blanchard St. Denis in 2012. His new endeavor with our firm gave him the opportunity to work in funeral service, a field he had always wanted to be a part of. Steve loves working side by side with the team at Blanchard St. Denis and helping families after the loss of a loved one.
Steve is married to Phyllis Kinkle Stroud, they have 3 wonderful daughters and 6 beautiful grandchildren.
Anthony lives in Natchitoches. He was born and reared on Cane River and went to school at St. Joseph Elementary and St. Matthew High School in Melrose.
He is married to Janet and they have 2 sons, 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Anthony retired in 2006 from L&L Automotive which he co-owned with his brother. He then opened Anthony’s Auto, selling used cars. He also helps Janet with her catering business, Tatae’s. Anthony joined the team at Blanchard St. Denis in 2020.
Anthony Loves traveling with Janet, spending time with family and talking about cars with his sons and grandsons.
