Is sending the cremains by US Postal Service a proven and reliable method?
Yes, it’s been proven to be the best, fastest, and most reliable method. The USPS will ship cremains as long as these instructions are followed. The container/urn of ashes must be placed into leak proof packaging (plastic bag), boxed, and sealed (taped). This box must be placed into a secondary shipping box and sealed. Make sure to place packing material (bubble wrap, foam, paper, etc.) into the shipping box to reduce internal movement. The package must be sent USPS Registered Mail. It is also very important to declare the contents by writing “Cremated Remains” on the addressed side of the shipping box. Some other delivery providers will not accept cremains due to liability restrictions.
