Southern California Scattering of Ashes at Sea
and Burial at Sea Services
Serving Southern California and Newport Beach for over 20 years
BURIAL AT SEA
Serving Newport Beach, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange County for over 20 years providing families and relatives with burial at sea services. Thousands of families and relatives have selected Davey's Locker for scattering of ashes at sea and burial at sea services. Burial At Sea also known as scattering of cremated remains has been the best option for interment for many families and loved ones. There are numerous reasons for selecting burial at sea or scattering of ashes at sea, including love of the sea, wishes of the deceased, nautical background or experiences, conservation of land space, environmentally friendly interment, spiritual associations with the ocean and its life chain, affordability, and uniqueness.
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The different services
offered by Davey's Locker include:
Within each type of service, we can tailor the wishes of family, relatives,
and friends to their specific wishes. With over 20 years of helping
those dealing with loss, we take special care to ensure that all details
are handled to the highest possible level. Many of us here at Davey's
Locker have dealt with loss of family members, friends, and loved
ones. We understand the challenges that can come with such a loss.
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Unattended Ash Scattering Services
Unattended burial at sea services offer a dignified scattering option
for family and loved ones who are unable to be present. The ashes
are taken to a pre selected location where they are released. The
location of the scattering is marked with longitude and latitude coordinates
which allows for revisiting the location. Pre selected locations are
available including beautiful costal backdrops and island locations.
Our unattended burial at sea services option gives family and loved
ones that can not be physically present for the service, a means to
provide a peaceful interment. The unattended burial at sea services
are also our most economical option. Cremated remains also known as
Cremains are received and handled in a professional and respectful
manor. Arrangements for transport can be made at the United States
Postal Service.
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Shore Viewing
Viewing from shore burial at sea services enables family, and loved ones to witness the scattering services from land whether a beach, surrounding hills, or from one of our several piers. One of our vessels will depart Newport Harbor and reach a pre selected location. At this point the ashes are released. Those observing from shore witness the scattering. Upon completion of the scattering of the ashes, the longitude and latitude coordinates are noted and provided to the attendees.
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Family Attended Ash Scattering Services
Family attended burial at sea services offers family and loved ones the option to view the scattering services on one of our several vessels. Our vessels can accommodate up to 125 passengers. All of our vessels have indoor and outdoor seating, full wash room services, and have amenities for food and beverages. The size of our ships coupled with the protected waters that surround Newport Harbor provide ocean conditions that are comparable to an inland lake, for those that are concerned with motion sickness and challenging ocean environments, this can be quite comforting. With our family attended burial at sea service, the entire ship is reserved for only your group. Your reserved vessel departs from Newport Harbor and travels roughly 15 minutes to the harbor entrance. From Newport Harbor's entrance to the selected location can vary from a few minutes to an hour or more depending on the distance to the selected location. Location options include Laguna Beach with beautiful coves and dramatic
cliffs, Newport Beach and Huntington Beach with vast white sand beaches, or even Catalina Island. Once your vessel reaches the destination the scattering is performed. Once the burial at sea service is complete you can return to Newport Harbor or elect to stay out for an extended period of time either traveling the coastline or just cruising through the open ocean. Scattering services performed vary in both cost and duration based on your wishes. A standard burial at sea service lasts approximately 1 ½ hours but we can customize trip lengths to accommodate almost any wish.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
How are the cremains (ashes) dispersed into the ocean?
The cremains are transferred from the urn (container) you bring them
in, to a wicker basket lined with biodegradable paper. The basket
is lowered by the Captain, with voluntary assistance from family members,
into the ocean. Family and friends can participate in "lowering the
cremains to the deep" by assisting in letting go of the rope.
Are services available on weekends?
We provide burial at sea services on both weekdays and weekends. Services
can be customized to accommodate almost any time request.
Can you accommodate special requests for scattering?
Yes, we are very flexible and do our best to fulfill all requests.
Do I have to make a reservation?
Yes. Although we can arrange scattering of ashes service within a
day reservations made a week or more prior to the selected date enables
us to provide the high degree of service that we pride ourselves on.
Can we set an appointment for the scattering of ashes service?
Yes. Appointments are usually made to gather attendees at the landing
for subsequent departure. Usually arriving 15 minutes before scheduled
departure is sufficient. We require that all attendees fill out a
coast guard manifest (passenger list) prior to departure. This process
usually takes a few minutes. The manifest can be completed beforehand
as well and dropped off in our office prior to departure.
Do you have restrooms on board?
Yes. We have both ladies and gentlemen washrooms.
For families on a tight budget, what do you offer?
Our unattended ash scattering service is the most economical option
with the total cost of $250.
How can I contact a veteran's organization to provide color
guard, taps, salute, etc., for a veteran's burial at sea?
We have the name and phone number to contact for the military honor
guard provided by the V.F.W. (Veterans of Foreign Wars). There is
no charge for this service by the honor guard; however, a donation
to cover their personal expenses is appropriate.
How long has Davey's Locker been providing ash scattering at
sea and burial at sea services?
We have been scattering ashes at sea for over 20 years. Davey's Locker
has provided ash scattering services to thousands of families. All
of our vessels are Coast Guard Certified.
How far do we go offshore?
Distance varies based on the selected location. In many cases ash
scattering services are a few hundred yards to ½ mile from shore.
How fast do the boats go?
Approximately 12 knots (13 miles per hour).
How is payment made and when?
Payment can be made by personal check, money order, cashier's check,
or by credit card (all major cards accepted). A deposit of 50% will
be rendered at booking. The balance can be paid anytime prior to the
vessels departure. Payments made by credit card can be done so over
the phone. If you are mailing a payment, please make checks and money
orders payable to Davey's Locker. Payments can be mailed to:
Davey's Locker
400 Main St
Newport Beach, CA. 92661
How large are the vessels, and how many passengers can attend?
We have 4 vessels that are from 50 to 90 feet in length that can accommodate
between 30 to 120 passengers. Larger vessels can be arranged upon
request.
How long is the burial at sea service?
A standard service is approximately 1 to 1 ½ hours. Additional hours
and other locals such as Catalina Island require additional travel time.
How will I know when and where the unattended scattering took
place?
We will perform an unattended ash scattering service no more than
14 days after receipt. Typically we will perform the service within
the week. After the service is preformed you will receive a memorial
certificate indicating the date of the scattering service. The memorial
certificate will also contain the latitude and longitude of where
the ashes were scattered.
How will I know where dispersal took place?
We will provide you the exact Longitude and latitude coordinates where
the cremains were released. You can "revisit" the exact site if you
wish. We offer a revisit service for $650.
Is sending the cremains by US Postal Service a proven and reliable
method?
Yes, it's been proven to be the best, fastest, and most reliable method.
Some other delivery providers will not accept cremains due to liability
restrictions.
Is the cruise safe for children?
Yes, railings around the boat and a large enclosed area offer both
safety and comfort. In over 20 years, we have never had an incident
with any of our burial at sea services.
Is there room to walk around the boat?
Yes. The outside areas as well as enclosed areas are very spacious.
Our large vessels offer ample room for all passengers attending.
What about providing flowers & wreaths?
Family and friends can bring flowers or wreaths for tossing into the
ocean immediately after the cremains are lowered. All flower ties
or floral arrangement material must be made of biodegradable materials
if being placed in the ocean. Flower services are available through
Davey's Locker.
What are the locations available for scattering at sea?
We provide a complete selection of locations from sandy beaches to
rocky cliffs. Locations that are farther from Newport Harbor are available
but may require additional travel time. Please ask us for different
options.
How would I best contact you?
For immediate service call our direct number at (949)-673-1435.
Feel free to email us at Norris@daveyslocker.com.
Our direct mail address is: 400 Main St. Newport Beach, CA. 92661
What kind of documents do you need to scatter the cremains?
The Authorization for Scattering Cremains form can be downloaded from
our site and sent with the cremains when you send them to us for disposition.
What kind of official documents do you need to scatter ashes?
We need a death certificate from the County Health Department from
the county of death, and a burial permit from the County Vital Statistics
Office at the place of disposition, Orange County California.
What type of clothing/shoes/hat/glasses should we wear?
You are free to wear whatever clothing you feel comfortable in. We
recommend matching your clothing with the current weather conditions.
Feel free to give us a call if you are unsure of the current weather
conditions.
CONTACT US AT (949) 673
- 1435
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