Hamel-Lydon proudly offers many options for the ashes of a loved one. Whether you are looking to pick up the ashes at our location, get them in the mail, have personal delivery, or scatter them through a meaningful service, we have all you need to know on how to do so. Our team wants to ensure this process is meaningful yet easy for you and your family. Losing someone special can be challenging, and there are plenty more things you have to worry about taking care of. Let us handle giving you the ashes so you can focus on one less thing during a difficult time. Learn more about the options for ashes we provide and some meaningful ways to interment the ashes.

Pickup Ashes At Funeral Home

Families can pick up a loved one's ashes right at our funeral home location if it is convenient for them. This option is at no extra charge and can be scheduled by appointment only. Our team is more than happy to wait for a time that is convenient for you and your family, but we will only hold the ashes for up to 30 days after the cremation process. Learn more about picking up your ashes at Hamel-Lydon, or contact our team today for more information. 

Have Ashes Delivered To Your Home

Our team offers two types of ashes delivery services. We can help by having your ashes delivered by mail or by a personal team member. Learn more below, and contact us to get started.

Ashes Delivered By Mail

For ashes delivered by mail, our team will perform the cremation process, and later, once ready, send the ashes out by mail. This is a great option for busy families who cannot pick up the ashes at our funeral home or do not want them sent directly to a cemetery or spreading service. Our team uses signature-required delivery and high-speed tracking, so you never have to worry about where the ashes are. Learn more about this option and whether or not it's right for your family. 

 Ashes Delivered By Our Personal Team Member

For a more personalized option, one of our team members will hand deliver the ashes to your home. When you find a convenient time for your delivery, our professional team member will arrive at your home and exchange the ashes for you and your family. Cost is depending on the availability and distance of the service. Learn more, or contact our team today!

Have Ashes Sent Right To Cemetary

Our team will send the ashes to the cemetery for convenience. If you plan on having a meaningful burial or service of the ashes, our team will save you a trip. We will send the ashes to the cemetery of your choice and make it easier for you on the day of. One of our team members will personally deliver the ashes at the cemetery location and at the time requested by your family. 

Scatter Ashes At Sea

Hamel-Lydon partners with New England Burials at Sea, located in Boston, to spread a loved one's ashes. From Maine to Miami, this company beautifully scatters your loved one's ashes in a calming and peaceful oceanside location they would love. Their team members will create a heart-touching service where small and large groups can attend and be a part of this meaningful service for a loved one. Learn more about New England Burials at Sea with Hamel-Lydon.

Other Ways To Interment Ashes Of A Loved One

Whether spreading at sea or keeping them at home, there are plenty of other ways to scatter a loved one's ashes. Below are just some of the common ways families can interment ashes in a meaningful and unique way.

- Put into jewelry

- Put into tattoo ink

- Place in a vinyl

- Spread at their favorite location

- Add them to fireworks

- Turn them into coral reef

Learn more about the top ways to spread ashes, or contact our team today!

Hamel-Lydon Offers Affordable Options For Ashes in Quincy, MA

For more information on our affordable cremation services and ashes options, contact our team today. At Hamel-Lydon, we are always looking to help families in need with the most caring and affordable services for a loved one. Whether you want to find out what is legal for spreading ashes in your community or are looking for inspiration on unique ways to honor a loved one, our team is more than happy to help. Give us a call today at 617-472-5888.