Frequently Asked Questions (faq)
Cremation - Overview Of Services
Many people overlook the importance of cemetery property for those who choose cremation, but permanent placement, or "final disposition," of cremated remains is an important part of final arrangements. Just consider:
- A permanent site gives loved ones a physical place for visitation and reflection
- The ceremony accompanying the placement of an urn in a cremation space or the scattering of cremated remains in a scattering garden provides family and friends with closure after the loss of a loved one
- When cremated remains of a loved one are kept with relatives, they can easily become misplaced or discarded through the years, as future generations may not feel a connection to the deceased
- A permanent placement provides future generations with a location to visit when researching heritage
If you have considered keeping the cremated remains of your
loved one at home, it is important to think about your long-term
needs. Consider what will ultimately happen to any cremated
remains at home, and where you would like their final resting
place to be.
A dedicated place within the Lakefield Cemetery ensures that the
site chosen will not be developed for some other use in the
future, and that a record of the life lived will be preserved
for future generations.
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Cremated remains may be interred in a family plot where a burial has previously taken place. Permission must be obtained from the current Interment Rights Holder and any type of memorialization is limited by the markers already on the plot.
Burial rights may also be purchased for an adult grave space to be used for cremated remains. The number of cremations allowed in an adult grave is limited to six, as well as the sizes and types of memorials.
Single and Double Cremation Plots
In-ground cremation plots for one or two urns are available with a variety of memorialization options. Each plot has enough room to place a 12"x12" flat marker.
An area between the Columbarium and the Lectern has been designated for interring cremains. Each plot can accommodate up to four urns, with enough room to place a flat marker up to 14"x36".
Many families have told us that they prefer above ground niches because they are more visible and can cost less than an upright monument. Landscaped with garden features and surrounded by mature maple trees, we are pleased to offer these areas as a quiet place for reflection.
The face of each columbarium has four rows of niches. The
niches are sealed with polished granite which highlights the
bronze marker that is used for memorialization. Up to two urns
can be placed into each niche. An optional bronze vase holder,
with removable vase, can also be purchased to place a small
floral bouquet.
Maple Glen Columbarium Niches
This five structure columbarium feature will be developed over time. The foundations are in place and the center 96 niche columbarium is now completed. This center columbarium was constructed with half of the niches being regular sized for standard sized urns, and half being oversize niches for larger urns. Each niche is designed to hold up to two urns, and is individually sealed in polished granite which highlights the bronze marker used for memorialization.
Garden Of Memories Scattering Garden
Cremated remains may be scattered in this beautifully landscaped garden. If requested, an urn can be provided for the scattering and keepsakes are also available at the Cemetery Office. A bronze plaque can be placed on the lectern for memorialization.
The area around the Water Feature Garden has a limited number of in-ground cremation lots for one or two urns. The feature granite boulders are from the Belmont Rose Quarry in Havelock.
The following information is designed to help guide your preplanning arrangements. Prices may change without notice, so please contact the Lakefield Cemetery for current prices. Prices include 13% HST.
