service options
Cremation Options
We understand that every life is unique and every family’s needs are different. That’s why we are honored to offer our Opelika neighbors a versatile selection of cremation services designed to reflect your personal values.
Cremation Options
Cremation can be a thoughtful and respectful way to celebrate the life of someone special. When your loved one comes into our care, they are treated with the utmost attention and compassion. Because we operate our own crematory, your loved one remains with us throughout every step of the process, giving you peace of mind and ensuring consistent, dedicated care.
Direct Cremation
Direct cremation is a simplified service option that does not include a formal visitation or public viewing. Following the process, the cremated remains are placed in a commemorative urn or a vessel of the family’s choosing. This path is often selected by those who prefer to hold a memorial service at a later date, or to honor a loved one’s specific request for a private and straightforward farewell.
Cremation with a Memorial Service
For families who wish to skip a formal viewing but still desire a communal time of remembrance, this service offers a beautiful middle ground. Following the cremation, we coordinate a service where your loved one’s remains are present in a dignified vessel. By including personalized readings, music, and heartfelt tributes, we create a space for friends and family to gather, reflect, and begin their healing journey together.
Cremation & Graveside Service
Graveside services following cremation offer a meaningful way to honor your loved one with a final act of remembrance. This intimate gathering at the burial site of the urn provides a quiet moment for family and friends to reflect, share memories, and say goodbye in a peaceful setting. Whether simple or ceremonial, it’s a heartfelt way to bring closure and lay your loved one to rest with dignity.
Cremation Followed by a Celebration of Life
At Frederick-Dean, we believe every farewell should be as unique as the spirit it honors. Unlike a traditional service, a Celebration of Life is often a more personalized gathering that takes place after the cremation. Because these services are not bound by tradition, you have the flexibility to choose a setting and style that truly reflects your loved one’s personality. Whether held in a garden, a restaurant, or another cherished location, this service provides a heartfelt space for community support and shared remembrance.
Ash Scattering Services
Our staff is here to coordinate a personalized scattering tribute in a setting of your choice. We believe the most impactful ceremonies take place in locations that held deep personal significance to your loved one, and we can assist you in navigating the logistics to ensure a seamless experience.
It is also important to note that choosing cremation does not preclude the opportunity for a traditional viewing. For families who find comfort in a final goodbye, we offer professional preparation and embalming for a public or private visitation prior to the cremation process. Once the service concludes, we carefully oversee the cremation and return the remains to your family with the utmost care.
At Frederick-Dean Funeral Home, we prioritize providing the families of Opelika with versatile cremation options. Our mission is to ensure that every tribute is as meaningful as the life it celebrates. If you have questions regarding the cremation process or any of our commemorative services, we invite you to reach out to us. It is our privilege to serve you.
