After Cremation Options

Services

Pre-Plan Your Ceremony Today

Pre-Plan Your Ceremony Today

Free consultation and guidance for an eco-friendly burial for yourself , a friend or a family member. Get the pros and cons of pre-planning Feel free to contact us, if you are curious or interested in knowing more about Eco-friendly burial alternatives in Jamaica.

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Cremation Keepsakes and Jewelry

Cremation Keepsakes and Jewelry

Solidified cremains- Smooth Touchstones Cremains are solidified into stones, the colour of the stones will vary from white to dark gray depending on the colour of the ashes received. Touchstones created by this process can be distributed to close family members, buried in a special place or mounted in a mural/art work in a memory garden.

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Casting Ceremony

Casting Ceremony

The dispersing of cremains into the air, is known as a casting ceremony. For some people the ceremony helps symbolize the freeing or letting go of their loved one's spirit. We have different types of ceremonies depending on the location and number of people involved.

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Planting Ceremony

Planting Ceremony

A tree planting ceremony is a time where family and friends can come together and reflect on the loved one who passed and plant new life, a living tree memorial, that will grow and endure in their honor.

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By-Proxy Cremains Scattering

By-Proxy Cremains Scattering

By-proxy cremation scattering, also known as proxy scattering or representative scattering, is a service where a person, usually a representative or a designated agent, scatters the cremated remains (ashes) of a deceased individual on their behalf.

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Storage of Cremains

Storage of Cremains

Take your time to grieve and heal. Ashes to Ashes Jamaica is here to support you. We can safely store your loved one's cremains until you're ready to hold a private ceremony, allowing you to honor their memory in your own way and at your own pace

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Ashes to Ashes Celebrant

Ashes to Ashes Celebrant

A funeral Celebrant is someone who hosts and officiates a memorial service. The funeral Celebrant helps with the planning and executing of a memorial/ scattering/ planting ceremony. Your celebrant will meet with your family to learn about your loved one, they will take that information and with the approval of the family members plan an event that honors and CELEBRATES life.

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ABOUT US

Beauty from Ashes

In 2014, my father's sudden passing confronted my family with the complexities of funeral planning. This experience highlighted the limited burial options available in Jamaica. Traditional burial, often involving church ceremonies and grave interment, is deeply ingrained in our culture. However, this reliance on traditional burial is straining land resources and prompting a need for alternative solutions.
The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) recognized this challenge in a 2019 article, encouraging Jamaicans to explore more eco-friendly options for honoring their loved ones. Cremation, a growing trend worldwide, is gaining traction in Jamaica. Cremated remains (cremains) offer a diverse range of possibilities. They can be scattered in meaningful locations, interred in columbariums, used to nurture trees, transformed into unique keepsakes like diamonds or jewelry, or even incorporated into artistic expressions.
For the past eight years, I have dedicated myself to researching and advocating for these alternative options. My vision for Jamaica includes a network of memory gardens, forests, and parks in every parish. These serene spaces would serve as living memorials, where trees and plants flourish in conjunction with the cremains of loved ones. Sculptures infused with cremains would further enhance these spaces, creating poignant reminders of past generations and the enduring cycle of life. I envision a future where families can visit these parks with their children, celebrating both the lives that have passed and the promise of new life to come.
This dream is an ongoing endeavor. Until this vision becomes a reality, Ashes to Ashes remains committed to providing eco-friendly burial options for everyone, helping families find beauty and meaning in the face of loss.

 

Team

Rochelle Hammond

Founder and Director

Ashes to Ashes is the brain child of Rochelle Hammond. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Rochelle is a scientist by profession, however she is an environmentalist at heart. The desire to have affordable and eco-friendly burial options in this beautiful island of Jamaica is what birthed the concept of Ashes to Ashes Memory Park. Let us together make Beauty from Ashes.

Danielle Hammond

Events Coordinator

Danielle is the queen of organizing every and anything. Blessed with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), she is able to visualize and exquisite tasks, which some people would deem impossible. Let us co-ordinate your casting/scattering ceremony. Beauty from Ashes.

Local Resin Artist

Creative Team

It takes a special team to work with cremains. The love of resin art and a great respect for life, wrapped up with the desire to create Beauty from ashes. The cremation keepsakes are created by our team members who appreciate and understand the nature of the pieces. As they symbolize a loved one.

Local Bamboo Artist

Creative Team

Our Bamboo urns are locally sourced and created by local bamboo artist. We are proud to collaborate with these talented bamboo artist and hope to continue creating Beauty from Ashes in the form of memory parks/forest.

Testimonials

     

 I would like to thank Ashes to Ashes Jamaica for executing a beautiful interment at sea ceremony for my beloved mother. Working with Rochelle and her team was the best decision for our family, your support and guidance were invaluable to us. Thank you for your kindness and attention to detail, everything was handled in a timely and professional manner not to mention the empathetic nature which provided great comfort. If you're looking for another option to celebrate your loved one who has transitioned, this is it! I hope I don't have to use this service anytime soon but if I had to I would do it all over again with Ashes to Ashes Jamaica! 

Kenisha DAguilar
At sea Scattering with eco friendly urn - Kingston , Jamaica
     

 " I thank you and appreciate your time and effort. It was beautiful" 

K. James
Planting Ceremony
     

 Rochelle and the Ashes to Ashes Jamaica Team, Thank you for your heartfelt condolences and for the extraordinary care you provided during Brouder’s Celebration of Life. The at-sea scattering and planting ceremony was truly beautiful, and it brought my family and me a sense of peace that words can hardly express. We are deeply grateful for the dignity, compassion, and respect shown throughout the entire process. Knowing that Brouder’s legacy is honored in such a meaningful way brings comfort to our hearts. I especially loved the stamp of approval from my husband—the sky was more beautiful than any rainbow I have ever seen, and the water shone brighter than any light I have known. I know my hubby was on that yacht with us, because God promised He would not let the waters overwhelm him or us. Your kindness and the beauty of Jamaica’s land and sea will forever be a part of his memory and our healing journey. With sincere appreciation, Nicole E. Pruitt & Family 

Nicole and Family
Scattering at sea and planting Ceremony - Montego Bay, Jamaica
  

The memory becomes a treasure

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Heart Keepsakes

$40
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Beach themed jewelry

$60
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No Ashes, No problem.

$50
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Fingerprint jewelry

$50

Scattering By Proxy

$150
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Cremation Rings

$60
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Planting of Cremains Ceremony

$400$300

Always with me Bracelets

$60

Scattering Ceremonies on privately owned land

$500

Forget me not Bracelets

$70

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F.A.Q

Do I need to use a funeral home for cremation services?

Yes, you will need a funeral home to collect the body and process the necessary documents to perform a cremation. Ashes to Ashes Jamaica is NOT a funeral home. However we do operate closely with Sam Isaacs Funeral Home and Crematorium.
We offer AFTER cremation services for families who are unsure or want something different and memorable for their loved ones cremains.

Do we do cremations?

No, we are not a crematorium. We offer AFTER CREMATION services. 

What services does Ashes to Ashes Jamaica offer after cremation?

We offer planting ceremonies, scattering at sea and cremation jewelry to help you honor your loved one in a meaningful way.

How does Scattering at Sea work?

We conduct Scattering at Sea ceremonies in accordance with environmental regulations, ensuring a peaceful farewell. Ashes can be scattered at sea or placed in eco friendly urns which dissolves and releases the  cremains into the water.

We currently do scattering at sea in Kingston, Ocho Rios and Montego Bay.

What is a Planting Ceremony?

A Planting Ceremony involves the mixing of ashes with the soil and planting a tree, symbolizing life and renewal. The plant is kept in a nursery for 6-12 months before being placed in a permanent location.

Where can the Planting Ceremony be held?

The planting ceremony can be held anywhere in Jamaica, convenient or sentimental to  the family.  As the plant will be cared for in a planter for 6-12 months before being relocated to a permanent location.

Can I customize the Planting Ceremony?

Yes, we can tailor the ceremony to your preferences. Contact us to discuss details

What types of cremation jewelry do you offer?

We offer a range of jewelry, including beach-themed, ocean-inspired, and custom designs to honor your loved one.

Can I customize cremation jewelry?

Yes, we offer customization options. Contact us to discuss your design ideas

How do I arrange after-cremation services with Ashes to Ashes Jamaica?

Contact us via phone, email, or our website to discuss arrangements and costs

Can I visit your facilities?

We operate closely with Sam Isaacs Funeral Home and Crematorium. We have cremation jewelry on display in their show room.

Do you assist with transit permits?

Yes, we can guide you through the process and assist with necessary documentation for the transit permit for ASHES ONLY.

What documentation is required for the transit permit for ASHES?

We'll provide a checklist of required documents. Typically, we'll need the death certificate and cremation authorization.

How do I drop off ashes / hair for cremation jewelry or keepsakes?

If you are located in Jamaica.
Kingston: We can arrange a pick up location.
Mandeville : TaraCourier Drop off counter in Fontana 
Ocho Rios : TaraCourier Drop off counter in Fontana 
Montego Bay: TaraCourier Drop off counter in Fontana 
Savanna La Mar: TaraCourier Drop off counter in Fontana 

All packages are to be labeled and sent to
Rochelle Hammond c/o Ashes to Ashes Jamaica
Contact number 8764270791
 Tara Courier at Fontana the Barbican Branch 

How do I arrange a fingerprint jewelry?

Fingerprint jewelry , will depend on the location and condition of the person. Reach out via our contact form, phone, or email, and we'll be happy to assist.

How do I get more information?

Reach out via our contact form, phone, or email, and we'll be happy to assist.

Contact

  • Kingston, Jamaica