Is it OK to spread ashes in different places?

People are permitted to scatter in California where no local prohibition exists and with written permission of the governing agency or property owner (if it’s not property you own). In addition, the ashes, once scattered, must not be distinguishable to the public.

What are the rules for spreading ashes?

There are dos and don’ts of how to scatter. “The state has no laws against keeping cremated remains at a church or religious structure.” In California, you’re allowed to place cremated remains in a columbarium or mausoleum. You’re also able to bury them on cemetery grounds or scatter them in a cemetery garden.

Who has the right to someone’s ashes?

The legal custody of the remains of a deceased person goes to the person named in the will. Or, if the decedent did not specify a custodian of their remains, most courts tend to honor the wishes of the decedent.

Where can you not scatter ashes?

Auckland’s regional parks, the Auckland Botanic Gardens in Manurewa and Parnell Rose Gardens have prohibited the scattering of ashes in their parks and gardens. Ash scattering is also discouraged in local parks and on sports fields, where visitors picnic, exercise and relax.

Do I need permission to scatter ashes?

Many people now prefer to scatter the ashes of their loved one in a location that meant something to them. While there are no national laws restricting the scattering of ashes of the deceased over land, you would need the permission of landowners if you’re considering scattering them on private land.

What does the Bible say about scattering ashes?

According to the Bible, God will take care of every deceased person, regardless of their burial circumstances. If you decide to cremate and scatter ashes, nothing in the Bible prohibits you from doing so. It’s a matter of personal preference. » MORE: Turn you’re loved one’s story into an online memorial.

How long do cremation ashes last?

Cremains in the Ground In some settings, cremains are buried in the ground without either an urn or a tomb. The process for degrading is relatively short. Biodegradable urns speed the process but still may take up to twenty years to degrade. Once the biodegrade happens, the body will unite with the soil quickly.

Can you sue for someone’s ashes?

If your parents were still married when your father died, your mother is legally entitled to his ashes and she can sue to recover them if she wishes. Your family may need to engage an estate litigation lawyer to sue her for what is yours.

How can I get my mom’s ashes back?

Get legal to get on this for your mom. Mom should pay for this out of her income too. I’ll suggest a couple of things be added to the attorneys request for return of ashes: get an estimate or two for the cost of a full cremation and vault or mausoleum for mom – this won’t be cheap either.

Are my dad’s ashes being held hostage by his mother?

Yes, that is exactly what it seems like that my dad’s ashes are being held hostage. My brother offered to take them to his place as my mother was so distraught that she really didn’t feel comfortable having the urn at her house. She also stated, that because us siblings paid for the service, she did not feel like she had a choice.

What happens if ashes are not returned for burial?

In the attorneys letters to your siblings, it indicates that they will be billed and held responsible for all this IF ashes not returned and available for veterans cemetary burial. Funeral & burial even w/cremation could run 4K add mauseleom or vault, could take it to 10K