The Rite of Christian Funerals offers a particular Committal rite with readings, psalms and prayers at the graveside or crypt. It is tradition of Roman Catholics that the remains of our beloved dead be buried in sacred ground. There they can be honored and remembered. Family members are welcome to choose special readings or songs of farewell with the presider. National Flags and military rites are encouraged according to current liturgical custom.

 The Catholic Church now permits cremation when it is the expressed desire of deceased. Ashes as well need to be honored with burial in a cemetery or placed in a mausoleum, and should not be scattered. The Diocese of Rochester permits cremains being brought into the Church for funerals.