How popular is cremation?
The national average of cremation has risen from 6% in 1973 to over 28% in 2002, and is predicted to reach close to 35% by 2010, and close to 43% by 2025*. This change is reflected in all aspects of the news media, popular books, ecology seminars, legislative enactments, sermons, and other expressions of growing interest in simple and dignified disposition at an economical cost. Indeed, the Neptune Societys solid growth is the ultimate reflection of this trend. *Source: Cremation Association of North America, 2002 Annual Report. 15. Can I purchase a plan for someone other than myself? Yes, in most states a Durable Power of Attorney may allow you to purchase for someone other than yourself and may allow one spouse to purchase for the other. 16. What happens to the funds I pay in advance for the simple cremation plan? The Neptune Society maintains state-regulated trust funds on an individual state basis.
The national average of cremation has risen from 6% in 1973 to over 28% in 2002, and is predicted to reach close to 35% by 2010, and close to 43% by 2025*. This change is reflected in all aspects of the news media, popular books, ecology seminars, legislative enactments, sermons, and other expressions of growing interest in simple and dignified disposition at an economical cost. Indeed, the Neptune Societys solid growth is the ultimate reflection of this trend. *Source: Cremation Association of North America, 2002 Annual Report.
