How to Bury an Urn
When a loved one is cremated, the ashes are typically stored in an urn. Dealing with the remains is one of many difficult decisions the bereaved face in the aftermath of a loved one's passing. If you choose not to display or store it, knowing the specifics of how to bury an urn are essential to stay in compliance with local ordinances.
First: Select an appropriate urn
The type of burial urn you select largely depends on the location where you choose to bury it. For burial in a formal and permanent setting, such as a mausoleum, graveyard or memorial garden, permanent urns are the most appropriate choice; for burials at home, biodegradable urns are more practical.
Second: Make burial arrangements
If you wish to inter the crematory remains in a formal setting, contact the establishment to make necessary arrangements. Speak to a funeral home director if you need recommendations. If you plan to bury the urn on your family estate, you need to find any laws regarding home burials that exist in your locality. You may very well have to comply with certain rules dealing with zoning, burial depth and soil coverage. Your funeral director can assist you in finding this information.
Third: Perform the burial
In the case of a commercial plot or memorial garden, you can transfer the remains to the chosen establishment once you make the required arrangements. Otherwise, dig to the required depth as specified by law in your area, then deposit and cover the urn.