Niche Plaques
Funeral Home Niche Plaques & Scrolls for Urn Niches and MausoleumsCremation has certainly seen a rise in popularity, as more and more families turn to this practice as a form of disposition for their loved one. The process itself offers valuable alternatives to traditional methods, such as burial. First off, the cremation process is often a great deal less expensive than the preparations necessary for traditional burials. Moreover, families who select cremation are not faced with the daunting task of obtaining a casket, although some may still opt for a service where the casket would be viewed as part of the ceremony. This also goes to show the versatility that cremation offers, as the individual to be cremated can either be cremated and have their urn displayed, or be part of a more traditional service where there is a wake and open-casket funeral. The cremation urns also require less room, if the urn is to be interred, than a casket will. However, just like caskets can be placed in a mausoleum, there is also the alternative of above ground burial, in the form of columbarium’s; and for those who select to have the urn placed in such a structure, a niche plaque can certainly be of great interest. Just like the headstones or grave markers mark the final area of rest of a loved one, niche plaques offer the same personalization for those whose remains are placed in a columbarium. While many cemeteries will offer a plaque to cover the niche of a loved one, and may even offer to have the plaque personalized with a small engraving, the niche plaques offer a more distinctive way to create that final remembrance. These plaques are made of cast bronze, the very same material utilized to create the markers that are to be placed directly on the ground. They feature a variety of options to help create a highly-personalized memorial tribute to the dearly departed. There is a wonderful variety of designs, as well as bronze colors and even font options. They can be personalized with the name and dates of the deceased, or two sets of information, for those that have a companion niche. Some even feature additional options for a more distinguished effect. For example, one of our most popular plaques features an exquisite ceramic portrait that is incorporated with the design. There is even a plaque that can hold a selection of photos, which would be cast into the surface of the bronze. These are just a couple examples of the wonderful selection of bronze niche plaques available. Columbariums offer families a way to create a permanent final resting place for their loved one. Many often believe that when they have the individual cremated, the ashes must be taken and kept in the home, or otherwise, scattered. While that option is viable with cremation, it is certainly not necessary. One of the benefits of the columbariums is that they offer not only protection for the cremated remains, but the surviving friends and family members a place to go and pay their respects to the departed, or even simply sit to reminisce of happier memories shared with them. The niche plaque can help turn an ordinary niche into a wonderful and appropriate final tribute that celebrates a life well lived. |
