When you choose cremation, you can still honor your loved one with the funeral you want. Our cremation services provide families with peace of mind and allow for more time and flexibility to plan a meaningful ceremony.
Cremation can take place before or after funeral or memorial services but is not meant to replace them. We encourage families to hold a public or private gathering along with cremation. Coming together with family, friends, and community to share in loss and to provide comfort and support to one another is profoundly healing and allows people the chance to have closure and to pay their respects.
Below are some of the services we provide along with cremation. Read about what you can expect when you choose cremation here.
Traditional Funeral
Families may still have a traditional service when they choose cremation, including a public viewing, funeral, and procession. The body is present at the funeral service and cremation takes place afterward. A funeral director will help you plan services that include personal touches tailored to your family's preferences and your loved one's personality.
Graveside Services & Burial
A loved one's cremated remains can be buried in a traditional gravesite alone or with a loved one. Burial can be accompanied by a graveside service or after other services have taken place.
Scattering Ceremony
Spreading the cremated remains of a loved one in a private or public ceremony can be a beautiful way to say goodbye. Whether in a place that is special to your loved one and their family, or in a beautiful scattering garden at one of Massachusetts's cemeteries, we can help plan a unique and personal occasion.
Keepsakes
Keeping the remains of a loved one close after they've passed has comforted people and helped them feel connected for centuries. We offer a wide selection of urns, jewelry, and other mementos to choose from.
Healthy Grieving Talk
A special event with Nancy Sorbo, Grief Coach and Certified Grief Educator
The pain of loss can feel overwhelming, but there are healthy ways to cope with grief and support your healing. This free informational talk explores what grief is and offers helpful tips to navigate the grief journey. There will be a limited portion of the program reserved for participant questions and answers.
May 10, 2023
2pm–3pm
Mashpee location:
74 Algonquin Ave
Mashpee, MA 02649
Registration is required.
Please call Chapman Funerals & Cremations at 508-428-5704 or email nsorbo@chapmanfuneral.com
Additional Cremation Resources
Considering a Burial or Cremation? Why not both?
Burying cremated remains gives families a place to say goodbye together.
Why Choose Cremation?
For the first time, more Americans are choosing cremation than burial.
Traditions in Our Community: Cremation
Cremation services have always been a sacred ritual.
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How To Plan An Ash Scattering Ceremony
Having an ash scattering ceremony brings comfort to those mourning their loss.
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The Importance of a Gathering
A funeral or memorial service offers a powerful sense of closure.
Cremation And Visiting Hours
When you hold visiting hours before cremation, you give your family and friends a chance to gather and give condolences.
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What to Expect When You Choose Cremation
If you are unsure of whether you'd prefer cremation for yourself, learning more about the process can be helpful in making a decision.
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