When our client, whom we’ll call Martha, lost her husband after many years of marriage, she faced one of the hardest decisions of her life: how to say goodbye. She wanted something intimate, respectful, and above all, something that reflected who he was—a simple man who loved nature. That’s why she chose cremation.
What is cremation?
Cremation is a process that transforms a loved one’s body into ashes through controlled heat. While it may sound technical, this act carries deep symbolism: returning to our origins, transcending the physical, and allowing love and memories to remain unbound.
For years, many people associated cremation with emotional distance or the absence of ritual. But today, it has become a profoundly meaningful way to say farewell—one that adapts to the values, beliefs, and lifestyles of each family.
Why are more people choosing it?
Our clients appreciate not having to worry about maintaining a grave. Instead, they choose to honor their loved one by planting a Golden Dewdrop bush or carrying a keepsake with a small portion of their ashes.
Every day, more people choose cremation for various reasons:
- Environmental sustainability: Some options, like our eco-friendly cremation package, allow farewells to be acts of love for nature.
- Flexibility: It’s easier to transport ashes for a home ceremony or to send them to their place of origin.
- Affordable cost: It avoids many of the expenses associated with traditional burials.
- Personalized remembrance: It allows families to keep ashes in keepsakes, create intimate rituals, or even offer virtual broadcasts for distant loved ones.
The 4 cremation packages offered by Vida Eterna
At Vida Eterna, every farewell is crafted with heart. We know there isn’t just one way to say goodbye, which is why we offer four packages tailored to different needs and sensibilities:
ECO Package
Imagine a farewell that is also an act of life. This package includes biodegradable urns and the planting of a Golden Dewdrop bush as a natural tribute to your loved one. Additionally, for every cremation, we make a donation to Fudebiol, an organization that protects the water sources at the Las Quebradas Biological Center in Pérez Zeledón. It’s perfect for those seeking a farewell that respects the planet.
BASIC Package
A sober and practical option that includes local transfers within the Southern Zone, a conventional urn, home delivery of the ashes, and a digital obituary so family and friends can share condolences from anywhere in the world. Ideal for those who value practicality without sacrificing human warmth.
PLUS Package
For those who want to offer a more personalized tribute. This package includes a luxury urn, four individual keepsakes (so different people can keep a portion of the ashes), and a digital condolences book. As always, ashes are delivered to the residence with the utmost care and respect.
PREMIUM Package
The most complete and memorable farewell. In addition to everything included in the PLUS package, this service offers a farewell ceremony in Spanish or a ritual in English, with the option of online streaming. It’s the perfect alternative for multicultural families or those with loved ones abroad who wish to share this moment despite the distance.
Contact us if you would like a quote for our funeral plans and cremation packages. We’ll be happy to assist you.
