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.
Compassionate & Comforting – Chicago Private Yacht Rentals staff and the Adeline’s Sea Moose crew are, respectively, dedicated to providing a compassionate service and comforting atmosphere.
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.
Licensed – Adeline’s Sea Moose is a Coast Guard–certified private yacht on Lake Michigan licensed to perform both attended and unattended ash‑scattering ceremonies.
Video recording of Loved One’s ashes scattering on Lake Michigan available.
Ashes can be delivered or picked up for unattended ceremonies.
Family & Friends Attended Memorials
For families and friends who wish to join together in the scattering of their loved one’s ashes on a Lake Michigan memorial voyage, the Chicago Private Yacht Rentals team is here to guide you with care and sensitivity. Aboard Adeline’s Sea Moose, our experienced crew provides a comfortable, private setting for you and up to 45 guests to honor a life in a meaningful and peaceful way.
Our always respectful and attentive staff will assist you in planning every detail of this special memorial— from food and beverage selections to thoughtful onboard arrangements—ensuring the experience reflects your wishes. We work closely with you throughout the process your loved one’s memorial is not only seamless, but truly memorable for all who gather to pay tribute.
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 ashes scattering on Lake Michigan 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 303, Lincolnwood, IL 60712. When possible, Chicago Private Yacht Rentals will pick up the remains.