Tag Archives: Cremation

Laid to Rest in the Bay

San Francisco Bay Popular for Scattering Cremation Remains
Posted on July 27, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Every month, the remains of hundreds of people are laid to rest in the San Francisco Bay. With the popularity of cremation pulling ahead of burial as a means for disposition of remains, the scattering of cremains (cremated remains) is becoming … Continue reading →

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At SevenPonds, White is the New Black

Iphones, the “black screen of death,” and the future
Posted on July 25, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

One morning last week, as I was getting out of bed and the day’s agenda began whirling through my mind — I managed to drop my iPhone into a tumbler of water. I immediately dried it off and saw with … Continue reading →

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Nadine Jarvis Challenges Traditional Approach to Cremation

The artist's thought-provoking approach to the grieving process through the application of cremation remains
Posted on July 17, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Nadine Jarvis has turned the concept of the cremation vessel on its head with her Rest in Pieces, Birdfeeder, and pencil box projects. All of the projects utilize cremation ashes in unique and thought-provoking ways, and they are aimed at … Continue reading →

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Why Traditional Coffins are Going Under

My Cameo Visit to Aurora Casket Co.
Posted on July 4, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

As we begin spreading the word about SevenPonds, it’s only natural we take a trip to Michigan (given that our business is named after the Seven Ponds lakes located there). We hit the Detroit area circuit just a week ago … Continue reading →

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Baumschulenweg Crematorium

Architecture of crematorium incorporates healing, peace into space.
Posted on June 15, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Designed by renowned architects Axel Schultes and Charlotte Frank and completed in 1999, the Baumschulenweg Crematorium in Berlin, Germany remains one of the most outstanding contemporary buildings in the city. Although bearing the title “crematorium”, the tranquil space offers far … Continue reading →

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What are your End-of-life Options?

The eight most common misconceptions about death and dying
Posted on May 23, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

Many years ago, I was at the New York City Gift Show and I happened to mention my knowledge of the end-of-life industry to a woman at a booth. Her eyes widened and a look of grave concern overtook her … Continue reading →

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