Green Burial Services
Green Burial Home & All Natural Services
Natural burial, sometimes called green burial, has been the traditional method of burial throughout most of human history. It is the most natural way to return to the earth; providing a way to care for the dead with dignity and honor while also minimizing the impact on the environment.
Green burial practices include natural interment of the body using biodegradable burial containers, preserving cremated remains in eco-friendly urns, and scattering remains. Green burial allows for a funeral to take place without the use of toxic and non-biodegradable materials/chemicals. Green burials will take place on restored and protected land that accommodates green burial practices, which contributes to protecting our natural areas and habitats. For deeper learning: greenburialcouncil.org
Our Green Burial Experience
Sagel Bloomfield is an experienced team of funeral care professionals who specialize in tailoring the funeral experience to the needs and desires of families. As a result of our dedication to serving the Jewish community, our facilities and staff are well-equipped for funeral practices without the use of embalming.
We offer a selection of high quality, biodegradable, and eco-friendly caskets and shrouds that are made of natural materials, through environmentally sustainable methods, that break down more easily in the earth.
We are honored to be among the first funeral homes in Maryland that meet the criteria for providing green funeral service by the Green Burial Council; the national certifying body for green burial standards.
Green Burial Options & Information
A Green Burial, also known as Natural Burial, is defined as a disposition in which the deceased's body is returned to the earth naturally. It is often looked at as the body being recycled into a new life without the use of any metal caskets, concrete vaults, and embalming chemicals.
We proudly offer Green Burials in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia. Green burial is not a new idea, it has been carried on for thousands of years until the late 19th century. Green Burial is an alternative burial solution that is environmentally friendly, assists in conserving and sustaining Earth.
Our mission is to offer an alternative burial solution such as Green Burials & Green Funerals that assist in using less energy and create less waste than conventional burials. Each green burial supports this mission in preserving and restoring our sacred Earth.
We offer...
- Green Burial Council certified shrouds.
- Green Burial Council certified caskets.
- Assistance with coordinating and setup with Natural Burial Grounds.
- Formaldehyde-free embalming.
- Green Funerals
- Green Cremation Services
The Sagel Bloomfield Green Burial Package
Graveside only $6,500
Prepaid Location Arranged by Family $6,850
Sagel Bloomfield Rental Location $7,500
The selection of a casket or a shroud with a carrier is required when selecting a Green Burial Package
This Green Burial package includes:
- Basic services of Funeral Directors and staff
- Removal from place of death in Maryland within 25 miles
- 1 staff person from 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Hearse - Local (within 25 miles)
- Refrigeration of deceased (no embalming)
- Sanitary Care, preparation, and dressing in clothing (supplied by family) or shroud (available for purchase)
- Assistance with placing death notices in newspapers
- Out-of-local area burials available for additional transportation and staff fees
- Private identification or photograph identification available
- Filing and obtaining certified copies of death certificates
- 25 Standard pre-printed acknowledgement cards and Guest Register Book
Cash advance items: Death certificates, clergy, and newspaper notice fees will go on the funeral home contract. Cemetery fees are the reponsibility of the family to pay directly to the cemetery.
Green Cemeteries in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia
When choosing a green cemetery, it's important to remember that each one may have unique features and policies. Research and visits are crucial to ensure your choice aligns with your vision of a green burial.
- Understand cemetery regulations: Different cemeteries have varying regulations for green burials. Familiarize yourself with their requirements for burial containers, grave markers, and landscaping to ensure they align with your preferences.
- Evaluate burial options and services: Inquire about the cemetery's burial options, such as biodegradable caskets, shrouds, or burial pods. Ask about their use of native plants, conservation efforts, and ecological balance maintenance. Consider additional eco-friendly services like memorialization options and grave markers.
Maryland Green Cemeteries
The Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park
14321 Comus Rd.
Clarksburg, MD 20871
https://www.gardenofremembrance.org/
Serenity Ridge Natural Burial Cemetery and Arboretum
2406 Ridge Road
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
Washington D.C. Green Cemeteries
Virginia Green Cemeteries
Duck Run Natural Cemetery
1886 Windswept Lane
Penn Laird, VA 22846
https://duckruncemetery.com/