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Aquamation Services with Endswell Funeral Home

A Modern Funeral Home Is Transparent

Endswell offers a simple and affordable aquamation package that includes:

Trainsportation

Family Visitation

Aquamation

Bamboo or Wood Urn

All paperwork and governmental reporting

3 Death Certificates

Delivery of the Urn

24/7 Support

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Everything is included in our aquamation service and there are no hidden fees. We disclose our prices on our website and we never include any hidden fees. We also offer 24/7, concierge services, and handle every aspect of the process.

Transparent Pricing

No Hidden Fees

Concierge Care

No Obligation Arrangements

24/7 Support

Endswell handles all aspects of the process and our team is available 24/7.

We work with you directly and we do not outsource our calls to a call service. Endswell is family-owned; and our owners, Veronica and Hunter Beattie, work full time at our funeral home.

Endswell is trusted by local hospices, hospitals, social workers, and nurses. We encourage you to read our reviews as well as the reviews of other funeral homes.

Our team serves as an advocate for you and your family, working closely with your caregivers, and we are here to assist with anything you might need.

As a family-owned and operated business, we put our heart and soul into the work we do and the people we help.

Please contact us if you have any questions about end-of-life planning, our services, or the next steps to make arrangements with Endswell.

A Gentle, Sustainable Goodbye

At Endswell, we understand that saying goodbye to a loved one is one of the most personal moments in life. That’s why we offer aquamation, a gentle and eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation.

As one of the few providers of aquamation in North Carolina, Endswell is committed to offering a service that not only honors your loved one’s memory but also reflects a deep respect for the environment.

Our aquamation process, also known as water cremation, allows for a dignified farewell that minimizes environmental impact. With significantly less energy consumption and no harmful emissions, aquamation offers families a sustainable way to honor their loved one.

A Thoughtful Approach to Final Arrangements

The process of choosing how to say farewell can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to balance tradition, cost, and environmental concerns.

Families are seeking options that honor their loved one’s wishes while also caring for the planet. Aquamation offers a simple and natural solution that provides the same respect and closure as traditional cremation.

Aquamation is not only gentle on the environment but also provides peace of mind to families who are looking for a modern and sustainable approach to funeral care.

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The Aquamation Process: Respectful and Eco-Friendly

Aquamation is a water-based process that uses a solution of water and alkaline to gently break down the body, mimicking the natural decomposition that occurs in the earth.

In contrast to traditional cremation, which uses high temperatures and produces greenhouse gases, aquamation requires only a tiny fraction of the energy and releases no harmful emissions.

Step by step, the process ensures that your loved one is treated with the utmost respect:

Step 1:

Transportation

We safely transport your loved one to our aquamation facility.

Step 2:

Preparation

Necessary paperwork is completed, and the body is placed into the aquamation chamber.

Step 3:

Aquamation

A gentle flow of water and alkaline transforms the body, returning it to its natural elements.

Step 4:

Finalizing

After 3-5 hours, the process is complete, and the bone remains are carefully collected.

Step 5:

Returning the Urn

The remains, in the form of bone dust, are returned to you in an eco-friendly urn. Or you may explore our urn gallery for a one-of-a-kind creation.

Why Choose Aquamation Services in North Carolina?

When you choose aquamation, you’re choosing a compassionate, respectful process that honors both your loved one and the environment. It’s a choice that reflects care, not only for the memory of those we’ve lost but for the world they leave behind.

Simple & Gentle

Aquamation offers a peaceful alternative to fire cremation. The process is non-invasive, using water and alkaline instead of high heat, ensuring a more natural transformation.

Environmentally Friendly

With aquamation, there are no harmful emissions, and it consumes just 10% of the energy required for flame cremation. It’s one of the most environmentally sustainable end-of-life options available today.

No Cross-Contamination

The aquamation machine is thoroughly cleaned between each use, ensuring that the remains you receive are pure and belong solely to your loved one.

Honoring Life

At Endswell, we treat every family with the compassion and respect they deserve. Aquamation is one of the ways we help you create a final tribute that truly reflects the dignity and individuality of your loved one.

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Endswell Urn Gallery and Reliquarium: A Unique Tribute to Your Loved One

At Endswell, we know that every life is special, and saying goodbye should be just as unique.

That’s why we’ve created the first urn gallery dedicated to one-of-a-kind pieces, offering families a personal way to honor their loved ones with beauty and care.

Our Urn Gallery and Reliquarium, showcases over 200 urns and relics, each crafted by local North Carolina artisans. From the rolling mountains to the coastal shores, each piece is a reflection of the diverse talent in our community.

With urns made from metal, wood, ceramic, felt, and glass, you’ll find a range of styles and sizes to fit your family’s wishes. And we are always adding new designs, ensuring that your loved one’s memory is honored in a special and meaningful way.

At Endswell Funeral Home, art and remembrance come together to create a lasting tribute to a life lived fully.

Endswell Funeral Home News

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Make the Right Choice for Your Loved One and the Planet

At Endswell, we’re proud to offer aquamation as a modern, sustainable option for families who want to honor their loved ones in a way that reflects their values.

Endswell offers a comprehensive aquamation package for $3,500, which includes transportation, paperwork, aquamation, and the return of the remains in an eco-friendly urn.

To learn more about aquamation and how it can provide a meaningful and eco-friendly farewell, start the conversation with us today at 919-907-9777 or reach out online.

Let us guide you through this important decision with care and compassion.

“Hunter and the Endswell team made my mother’s passing so much less complicated and painful than I’d been led to believe it would be. Hunter communicated everything clearly and respectfully while being genuinely warm and kind. The whole process allowed me to be present with her during her last days knowing that she would be carefully and respectfully taken care of. Hunter brought me her ashes in person and I felt nothing but warmth and care.
Endswell made the transition as easy as possible. Thank you.”

– Evie Watts

“Hunter met my mom and I at the drop of a hat as we were facing end-of-life decision-making moments with my beloved father. He was kind, informative, tender and we felt in awe of his vision and this important venture of Endswell. When dad passed away, Hunter observed our desire to sit vigil with him over the evening, and arranged the family-owned transport folks to come right at 7 am upon our request. Everything and everyone was so gentle and so loving and we felt like we (and dad) had received the utmost care.”

– Christine Ashley

“I am thrilled with the exceptionally compassionate service provided by Endswell founder, Hunter Beatte, and I’m so thankful that he answered the call to open an aquamation facility here in the Triangle. Aquamation is gentler process, a more ecologically sustainable practice, and a more affordable option. The Endswell facility is a peaceful and beautiful, and Hunter’s kind nature brings a much-needed touch to all those who are navigating end of life transitioning.”

– Kim Jordan

“Compassion. Understanding. Kindness. Flexibility. Details matter to him. “Being here now” at its most present describes Hunter Beattie and Aquamation services. He is the most compassionate and professional of anyone I have met in the industry, and was of great assistance during an unexpected complication upon the passing of my 99 year old parent. What a blessing that he found this calling.”

– Tofu Dave

“I highly recommend Endswell Aquamation as an environmentally friendly alternative to burial or cremation. Hunter was extremely accommodating and patient in supporting me through all the details of final arrangements, documentation and memorial resources. He takes care of all the things I didn’t have the clarity to manage after my father’s death.”

– Jean Masse

“In the wake of the sudden and worst loss of my family’s lives, I will be forever grateful that we were referred to Endswell aquamation. Hunter with Endswell took such amazing care of Ian, and us. He was incredibly responsive, informative, communicative, and met all our requests as a family, even hand-delivering Ian’s urn to us with care on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend. I cannot say enough about the service provided. When your world comes crashing down without warning, I cannot express what those services meant and alleviated for us. Thank you, Hunter, for your professionalism and compassion.”

– Kathleen Wilson

“Multiple friends recommended Endswell to us and it was clear from my first interaction with Hunter that he and Endswell were the perfect fit. He was calm, clear, compassionate and a great communicator. The services offered were just what we needed without any pressure. Endlessly grateful for Hunter and Endswell.”

– Ennis Baker

“We were so pleased with the services and support our family received from Endswell. Hunter is kind and compassionate and handled the remains of our father with great care. The urns curated in the gallery are beautiful works of art and the perfect vessels to hold the remains of a loved one. I would highly recommend Endswell.”

– Kari Fine

“I cannot express how grateful I am to Hunter and Endswell Aquamation for the patient, sympathetic, and graceful handling of my husband’s arrangements. Living out of state, there were some complications that had to be handled and Hunter took care of everything. It was a relief knowing my loved one was being cared for as he wished. In a time of stress and grief, Hunter was a constant calming presence that allowed me and my family to concentrate on each other.”

– Jodi Virgilio

“My husband decided on water cremation because it’s so much better for the environment than flame cremation or traditional burial. Just before he died, I contacted Endswell Water Cremation and met owner Hunter Beattie. Throughout the process, Hunter anticipated our needs and made the entire experience easier. He remained compassionate and kind, even as our family made changes. Not only was his service exceptional, but his urn gallery is something to behold. It’s filled with urns of pottery, glass, wood, wool and other materials, some of which can even decorate the wall, all made by local artisans. In short, I am very pleased with Endswell Water Cremation and recommend them without reservation.”

– Lee Pickett