Green Burial

For some, this is a way to care for the earth. For others, it simply feels like a natural and meaningful choice.

At Waite Funeral Homes, we help families explore green burial services and eco-friendly funeral options that focus on simplicity, sustainability, and a return to the earth.

Green burial (also called natural burial) is a way of laying a loved one to rest using methods that reduce environmental impact and allow for a more natural return to the earth.

This may include:

• Burial without embalming fluids

• Use of biodegradable caskets, shrouds, or containers

• Avoiding concrete vaults or liners when permitted

• Choosing a natural or conservation burial setting, such as Foxfield Preserve

The focus is on simplicity, sustainability, and honoring the natural cycle of life.

For families who choose cremation, there are also ways to make more environmentally conscious decisions.



These may include:

• Selecting simple or biodegradable containers

• Reducing the use of materials and resources

• Choosing memorial options with a lower environmental impact

• Considering alkaline hydrolysis (sometimes called “water cremation”)

We can walk you through these options and help you understand what is available.

Green and eco-friendly options often appeal to families who value:

• Simplicity over formality

• A smaller environmental footprint

• A more natural, less structured approach



These choices are deeply personal, and there is no one “right” way to approach them.

Availability of green burial options can vary depending on local cemeteries and regulations.

We help families throughout Medina County and the surrounding communities:

• Understand what is possible locally

• Coordinate with cemeteries and nature preserves that offer natural burial options

• Explore meaningful ways to honor a life while respecting environmental values
  

Choosing a green burial or eco-friendly funeral option doesn’t have to be complicated. Even small decisions—like selecting natural materials or simplifying arrangements—can reflect your values in a meaningful way.

Whether you are exploring green burial, planning ahead, or learning about eco-friendly funeral options, we are here to answer your questions and help you make a decision that feels right.