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Definitions

Traditional Burial: This type of service is when arrangements are made to have a visitation and funeral ceremony, followed by burial at the cemetery.

Direct Burial: This service is when arrangements are made to inter the deceased in a cemetery without having any ceremony or visitation.

Traditional Cremation: While very similar to traditional burial, the difference is that following the funeral, the deceased is taken to the crematory instead of the procession going to the cemetery.

Direct Cremation: Direct cremation is selected when no ceremony or visitation is desired. It is most often the least expensive option offered.

Memorial Service: This is a service without the body present. A visitation, burial or cremation may or may not have preceded the memorial service.

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Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service, 104 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260 United States Phone: (860) 928-7723
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