Ashes Scattering on Lake Michigan Services
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One is different for everyone, and if you’re trying to decide what to do with ashes after cremation, our ashes scattering on Lake Michigan services may help with the grieving process.
The scenic backdrop of Chicago’s skyline on one side, the serenity of the horizon on the other, and the sky bridging offer a remarkably peaceful setting for Lake Michigan to scatter the ashes of your Loved One.
Elegant & Peaceful – Our attended or unattended ash scattering ceremonies on Lake Michigan from the deck of a yacht are elegant ways to celebrate the life of your dearly departed with a peaceful farewell.
Affordable Alternative – Our ash-scattering ceremonies are a fraction of the cost of most funerals, burials, and after-ceremony luncheons.
Attended Ash Scattering Ceremonies – Attended ash scattering ceremonies provide a private setting for up to 45 attendees to celebrate the life of a Loved One in any manner that will bring comfort and peace.
Unattended Ash Scattering Ceremonies – With our Captain reading your fond farewell message, your Loved One’s ashes are gently scattered on Lake Michigan, and a framed certificate with the day, time, and coordinates will be mailed to you.
Video recording of ceremony available.
Ashes can be delivered or picked up for unattended ceremonies.
Private Ashes Scattering on Lake Michigan
Unlike traditional wakes, services, and after-the-funeral gatherings, where you may share space with strangers, Adeline’s Sea Moose provides 68 feet of privacy, comfort, and convenience to offer respect, lay to rest, and celebrate your Loved One. Also, our Captain’s and Family Memorial scattering of ashes on Lake Michigan services can cost much less than traditional funeral services, and we feel the experience would certainly offer much more.
Family & Friends Memorials
For families wishing to plan their own scattering of their Loved One’s ashes on the Lake Michigan memorial voyage, Chicago Private Yacht Rentals provides Adeline’s Sea Moose and her crew to serve you and up to 39 guests.
Our always respectful and attentive staff will help you plan every detail of this special memorial, including food and beverages, and will work closely with you to ensure your maritime memorial occasion meets your desires and is memorable for all.
Captain Ceremonies
For families who can not attend a scattering of their Loved One’s ashes on Lake Michigan service, an Adeline’s Sea Moose captain will bring the cremated remains on the tranquil lake voyage for you and perform a dignified and documented Lake Michigan scattering of ashes, with that documentation provided to you.
While Captain Ceremonies does not allow family or guests to accompany the vessel, specific requests, such as dates or times, special prayers, or simple ceremonies, are often available.
We welcome answering your questions and being of service.
For unattended Captain Neptune Burial at Sea, you can bring your Loved One’s remains or have them delivered, with a signature required, to Chicago Private Yacht Rentals 4751 West Touhy Avenue, Suite 101, Lincolnwood, IL 60712. When possible, Chicago Private Yacht Rentals will pick up the remains.
What you should know about charter boats ashes scattering on Lake Michigan.
Federal law allows charter boats ashes scattering on Lake Michigan if they comply with specific conditions, including the use of decomposable flowers and wreaths, certain notification requirements, ensuring that ashes are scattered at least three (3) nautical miles from shore, and others.
You can take comfort in knowing that Adeline’s Sea Moose captains and crew comply with all laws governing charter boats for scattering ashes on Lake Michigan and are qualified to provide specialized scattering ashes on Lake Michigan services with dignity and reverence.
Exceeding the expectations of typical charter boats for scattering ashes, Adeline’s Sea Moose is a 68-foot luxury Chris Craft yacht that offers personal comfort, plenty of private space, and accommodating amenities.