Can you put 2 peoples ashes in one urn?

The urns are also called “couples urns” or “duo urns” and are generally made to hold the cremated ashes of two people. We are most often unprepared for the sudden loss of a loved-one. Companion urns are a good choice for two people who wish to remain together after death.

Is there such a thing as a double urn?

A companion urn is a cremation urn that holds the cremated ashes of more than one person. The urns are also called “couples urns” and are designed to hold the cremated remains of spouses, parents, or even a parent and child.

Can two people’s ashes be mixed together?

Commingling a couple’s remains means that the two individual’s cremated remains (also commonly called ashes or cremains) are mixed, or “mingled” together in an urn, most often a companion urn.

How big of an urn do you need for two people?

Companion Urn Size A companion urn is just what it sounds like – a single urn designed to hold the ashes of two people. This means that the inside should have approximately double the amount of a standard urn. Thus, these urns typically hold about 400 cubic inches of cremated remains.

Can two cremated remains be buried together?

Yes. Depending upon the cemetery’s policy, you may be able to have the cremated remains buried on top of the casketed remains of your spouse, or utilize the space provided next to him/her. Many cemeteries allow for multiple cremated remains to be interred in a single grave space.

What is a double urn?

Double urns (also referred as companion urns) are urns intended to contain the ashes of two people.

Do cremation urns come in different sizes?

The Cremation Association of North America (CANA) has determined that the size of a standard urn is 200 cubic inches, but slightly smaller or larger urns are available and range from 175 to 300 cubic inches. Generally, cremations are one cubic inch for each pound of body weight.

What size is a companion urn?

380 cubic inches to 500 cubic inches
Companion urns are designed to hold the remains of up to two adult individuals. The volume for these urns is typically 380 cubic inches to 500 cubic inches. Companion urns are commonly used for couples that make the decision to be together after passing.

Should ashes be split?

The rule of thumb to follow in this case is this: if a religion allows cremation, it it almost always indifferent to how the ashes are handled. Dividing them among several urns is just as acceptable as storing them in a single container or scattering them over one or more spots.

What does the Bible say about splitting ashes?

According to the Bible, cremating and scattering the ashes of a loved one is neither right nor wrong. Choosing to cremate and scatter ultimately comes down to the wishes of the deceased or the personal preference of those burying a relative.