Water Cremation Services
Gentle and Eco-Friendly Water Resomation Option
At Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, we are proud to offer water cremation, also known as flameless cremation, or aquamation. This process, scientifically referred to as alkaline hydrolysis, provides a gentle and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional flame cremation. By using water instead of flame, water cremation honors your loved one with dignity while minimizing environmental impact
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The Resomation Process
Why Choose Water Cremation?
Water cremation, also called green cremation, employs a combination of water, heat, and alkali to return the body to its natural elements. This process offers several significant benefits:
- Eco-Friendly: Water cremation dramatically reduces the carbon footprint and energy consumption compared to traditional flame-based methods.
- Gentle Process: This method is a respectful and natural alternative, utilizing water rather than flame to gently break down the body.
- Minimal Emissions: Produces no harmful emissions, ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable environment.
Cremation Tribute Packages:
Personalized Cremation Tribute
- Body Present for Visitation and Service with Cremation to Follow
- Provides family and friends with the opportunity for a “traditional” visitation and funeral service with your loved ones’ body present for the services before their cremation takes place.
Memorial Cremation Tribute
- Memorial Service with Urn Present
- This is a good option for families who want their loved ones’ cremation to take place prior to a Memorial Service.
- A private family viewing prior to the cremation is available with this option.
Simple Goodbye Cremation Tribute: Time of Gathering with Urn Present
- Provides families an opportunity to acknowledge the passing of their loved one while keeping things simple.
- This includes a Time of Gathering at the funeral home (like an open house).
- There is no formal service, but you still have a chance to greet family and friends.
Farewell Cremation Tribute
- Graveside Service with Urn Present
- A simple service offering for families who do not want a full funeral service or time of gathering, but still would like to come together at the cemetery for burial.
Final Salute Cremation Tribute
- Military Honors and Graveside Service with Urn Present
- This offering is for families who want to keep things simple, but also want to acknowledge the dedicated and faithful service of our veterans.
- We will help coordinate veteran burial benefits, military honors, and burial at a Veterans Cemetery.
Why Choose Us?
At Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, we take pride in being a trusted, family-owned business serving the communities of Shakopee, Jordan, Prior Lake, and beyond. With deep roots in Scott County, MN, our experienced and compassionate staff is dedicated to offering a personal and warm experience to every family we serve. We understand the importance of creating meaningful moments during life's most challenging times, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
Our comprehensive services include:
- Personalized Support: Compassionate guidance through every step, from pre-planning to cremation and burial options.
- 24/7 Availability: Immediate assistance at any time or in-person visits at your convenience, with extensive resources available online.
- Modern and Comfortable Facilities: All of our funeral homes have been designed to create comfortable surroundings where families can gather and honor their loved ones with dignity and peace.
- In-House Services: Ballard-Sunder Funerals & Cremations is the only full-service funeral home in Minnesota to offer families the choice between traditional (flame) cremation or water resomation process.
- Memorial Options: A wide selection of eco-friendly urns and personalized memorial services to create meaningful tributes.
Contact Us
Learn more about our water cremation services and how we can assist you in honoring your loved one in an environmentally conscious manner. Call us at (952) 492-2818 for additional information.
Permanent Memorialization
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can we have a traditional visitation and funeral service before water cremation?
Yes, absolutely. At Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, we offer a Personalized Cremation Tribute package that allows for a traditional visitation and funeral service with your loved one's body present before the water cremation takes place. This provides an opportunity for family and friends to gather, honor, and say goodbye in a familiar and meaningful setting.
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What happens to the remains after the water cremation process?
After the water cremation process, the cremains are carefully processed into a fine powder, similar to the ashes from traditional flame cremation. These remains are then placed in an urn of your choice and returned to your family. We offer a wide selection of eco-friendly urns to help you create a personalized and meaningful tribute.
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Is water cremation an environmentally friendly option compared to traditional cremation?
Yes, water cremation is a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional flame-based cremation. The process uses significantly less energy, produces no harmful emissions, and greatly reduces the carbon footprint. By utilizing water, heat, and alkali, it gently returns the body to its natural elements without releasing pollutants into the environment, making it a sustainable choice for honoring your loved one.
