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The loss of a loved one is always an extremely difficult and painful time in anyone’s life. Empower yourself with the information and knowledge to lighten your load. MABEBA FUNERAL PARLOUR has decades worth of knowledge and expertise to help you and your family whenever the need may arise.
Coffins or a Casket?
A coffin is a tapered, six-sided container with a lid that is designed to fit the human body. It is usually made of wood, but can also be made of other materials such as metal or fiberglass.
A casket is a rectangular container that is also used to bury the deceased. It is typically made of wood, metal or other materials and can have a split-lid design that allows the lid to open so that the body can be viewed.
A dome casket is a type of casket that features a dome-shaped lid. The dome shape of the lid provides extra space for personalization with a photograph or artwork, and also can be used to showcase elaborate carvings or designs.
In summary, the main difference between these three types of containers is the shape and design. Coffin is tapered and six-sided, a casket is rectangular and lid can be opened, and dome casket is a casket with a dome-shaped lid.
Memorial Tombstones
Memorial tombstones, also known as headstones or gravestones, are markers placed at the head of a grave to commemorate and honor the person who is buried there. They are used to identify and remember the deceased, and provide a permanent record of their life and death.
Memorial tombstones typically include the person’s name, birth and death dates, and a brief epitaph or message. Some may also include a symbol or image that is significant to the person or their family.
Many people choose to include a religious symbol or message on a tombstone, such as a cross or an angel, to reflect the person’s faith. Some tombstones also include an image of the person or an image that represents them, like a hobby or profession.
Our memorial tombstones can be made of a variety of materials, including granite and marble. Some are simple and understated, while others are more elaborate and detailed.
In addition to providing a permanent record of the person’s life, memorial tombstones can also serve as a place for loved ones to visit and pay their respects, and may serve as a focal point for family gatherings and memorial services.
Crematorium Plaques
A crematorium wall of remembrance is a specific type of wall of remembrance found at a crematorium. It is a place where the ashes of the deceased are interred and commemorated. The wall of remembrance typically contains small niches or compartments, called columbaria, where urns containing the ashes can be placed. Each niche will have a small plaque with the name of the person and the dates of birth and death.
Crematorium wall of remembrance can also be found as a garden of remembrance, an outdoor space where the ashes are interred in a lawn or landscaped area, it can also include a path for visitors to walk and reflect.
These walls or gardens of remembrance serve as a lasting tribute to the deceased and a place for loved ones to visit and pay their respects. They can also be a source of comfort for those who have lost a loved one, as it provides a tangible and permanent memorial for the person.
Some crematoriums also offer the option of scattering the ashes in a designated area of the crematorium grounds, usually in a natural environment or a garden, this can also be a way for family and friends to remember their loved ones.
Monumental or Berm Grave?
A monumental section is an area of a cemetery where the graves are marked with large, upright headstones or monuments. These headstones or monuments can be made of various materials such as granite, marble, bronze or glass and can be custom-designed to include personal messages, images, and symbols. This type of section is typically found in older cemeteries and is often reserved for more prominent individuals or families.
A berm section, on the other hand, is an area of a cemetery where the graves are marked with flat markers that are flush with the ground or headstones with grass planted where the body is buried. These markers are typically made of bronze or granite and are engraved with the person’s name and dates of birth and death. This type of section is often found in newer cemeteries and is typically less expensive than a monumental section.
Another difference is that monumental section usually has more space between grave plots, allowing for larger monuments and landscaping, meanwhile, berm section usually has smaller plots and the markers are flush with the ground.
In summary, monumental sections are characterized by larger, upright headstones or monuments, and are typically found in older cemeteries, while berm sections are characterized by smaller, flat markers that are flush with the ground, and are typically found in newer cemeteries.
