Memorial Jewelry and Cremation Services

Losing a loved one is difficult since you aren’t able to have them physically close to you after they’re gone. Memorial jewelry, however, offers a fix to that problem. Read on to learn more about this unique remembrance tool ideal for after cremation services in Rock Island, IL. 

Most memorial jewelry is made with the same technique. Once a body is cremated, the family sends the remains to a jeweler. The remains, consisting of minerals like calcium phosphates, are combined with molten glass gold, silver, platinum or other materials using special encasement methods to mold the remains and the metals together. The goal is to display and protect the cremated remains in a stylish and unique way. 

Memorial jewelry can take many forms, from necklaces and rings to lockets, pendants and bracelets, but every single style is the same in that they are all special reminders of the deceased. However, since every person’s chemical makeup is slightly different, every piece of memorial jewelry will have a slightly different chemical reaction. These different reactions create different colors, shapes, and patterns. In other words, every piece of memorial jewelry will be just as unique as the person it’s made from. Families can also choose to include items like hair or dried flowers in the jewelry piece to make it even more special. 

If you’re considering memorial jewelry for your lost loved one, there are a few things you should keep in mind including the material. Though you can have memorial jewelry in almost any material, you should think about how and how often you’re going to wear it, as some materials are more durable than others. For example, if you’re making a ring that you’re only going to wear on special occasions, resin is fine. However, if you want to wear the ring on a daily basis, you need a stronger material like silver. 

You also need to keep in mind how the deceased would want to be memorialized. Think about his or her styles, preferences, and even interests for inspiration. How do you think you could best memorialize your lost loved one? Finally, think about style. You should choose memorial jewelry in a style that you will actually wear. If you don’t like big pendants, maybe choose a small bracelet or locket. Be sure that you choose a style that fits your comfort level or consider a piece that is simple and timeless for the coming generations. 

Memorial jewelry is just one of the many options you have to memorialize a lost loved one after a cremation. If memorial jewelry isn’t for you, you can always choose a more traditional method like a displaying the remains in a cremation urn, scattering them, burying them, or putting up a headstone. 

Want to learn more? Trimble Funeral Home & Crematory is here to help. We offer a wide range of Rock Island, IL cremation services, and would be happy to help you in any way we can. Please stop by and visit us or give us a call today to learn more about what we can do for you.