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  • How long does Cremation take?

    Depending on weight, cremation takes from two to three hours. 

  • What do the cremated remains look like?

    Cremated remains resemble coarse sand. They range in color from white to gray. The remains weigh between four and eight pounds.

  • What happens after cremation?

    At the end of the cremation process, what remains are bone fragments. These bone fragments are then processed to a consistent size and placed into a temporary or permanent urn.

  • What is Cremation?

    Cremation is simply a process of reducing the human body to particles and bone fragments using high heat and flame. It is not the final disposition of the remains, nor is it a type of funeral service.

  • What kind of container houses the cremated remains?

    Regulations only require a bag or box, but Cremation Society of Tennessee’s merchandise offers a variety of beautiful and affordable urns.

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