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A "columbarium" is a structure containing numerous small compartments (often called "niches") designed to hold cremation urns and the ashes of the deceased . These structures can be found in various locations, including cemeteries, churches, and other religious institutions. The columbarium above is at the beautiful Holy Cross Church, in Wooloowin, Queensland. Columbariums offer a dignified above-ground alternative to scattering ashes or burying them within memorial garden settings. Columbariums vary in style and can be either indoors or outdoors, and often feature personalised memorialisation options such as engraved name plates, photos, or mementos placed within or near the niche.

Yes! In most cases, scattering a loved one's ashes is easy to do. However, there are a few things to remember before you set sail: In Queensland waters, scattering ashes at sea usually doesn't require a permit unless you wish to do so within a Commonwealth Marine Park . You can find more information about Commonwealth Marine Parks here . If you are scattering ashes whilst on a boat, it is best to get permission from the master of the vessel before doing so. You might want to consider purchasing a ' Scatter Tube ' and having your Funeral Director place the ashes inside it. This tube is made of cardboard and can make the scattering of the ashes easier. Most scatter tubes cost between $50-$80, depending on what you select. There are also eco-friendly dissolvable ashes containers which can be placed in the water - these will sink and dissolve naturally. Never throw a non-biodegradable (usually plastic) ashes container overboard as it will float. Be aware of the win...

 If someone you care about passes away in hospital, here is a rough guide to the steps that will happen from that point: Medical staff will confirm that your loved one has passed. You (family) will be notified . In some cases, you can visit your loved one immediately after they have passed to say farewell and express your love for them. After this, they will be taken to the hospital's mortuary area, where they will be kept until they are collected by the Funeral Director. The family make contact with a Funeral Director of their choosing, or one that had been previously arranged. We strongly recommend you ring a few Funeral Directors and compare their services, prices, and online reviews. If you choose our caring team at Evermore Funerals, here is what's next . . . We will collect some essential details from you: the name, date of birth, residential address, and current location of the deceased. We'll also ask for your contact details. We will text or email you an "...