Memorials at Sea
Southport
Honoring Loved Ones with Dignity and Serenity
Scattering Ashes in Southport
Struggling to honor a loved one’s wishes for a dignified ash-scattering ceremony?
Our Memorial at Sea services provide a compassionate, worry-free way to honor your loved one. With flexible options for attended and unattended ceremonies, we ensure the process is both meaningful and respectful
Memorials at Sea Southport
5 More Minutes Charters, led by the experienced and compassionate Captain Darren, offers personalized Memorial at Sea Southport ceremonies off the coasts of Southport and Oak Island, NC. Families can choose from three unique options to honor their loved ones: attended, unattended, or partial ceremonies.
Each service is conducted with dignity and care, featuring the release of ashes in a biodegradable bamboo urn, accompanied by flowers and petals that gently drift on the ocean’s surface.
All ceremonies include photos, videos, a certificate of coordinates, and compliance with EPA guidelines. Captain Darren and 5 More Minutes Charters are dedicated to helping families create meaningful and lasting tributes on the open sea.
Begin Planning Your Memorial at Sea Ceremony
Provide details about your loved one, ceremony preferences, and next steps for a meaningful tribute.
Scattering Ashes at Sea in NC
The Most Affordable and Meaningful Burial at Sea Memorials in Southport, North Carolina
Attended Ashes Scattering Memorial Ceremony
Gather with loved ones three miles offshore to release ashes and flowers in a serene, personalized tribute. Includes refreshments, photos, video, and a certificate of coordinates. Allotted duration for our Attended Scattering Ashes Memorial Ceremony is 3 Hours.
$500
Unattended Ashes Scattering Memorial Ceremony
A dignified ash scattering performed by Captain Darren within 14 days of receipt. Includes flowers, proof of service with photos, video, and a certificate of coordinates.
$350
Blended Memorial Ceremony
Enjoy a peaceful inshore flower service with family, while the ashes are later scattered offshore. Includes refreshments, photos, video, and a certificate of coordinates. Allotted duration for our Blended Scattering Ashes Memorial Ceremony is 3 Hours.
$500
Memorials at Sea Attended Ceremony
The Attended Sea Memorial Ceremony in Southport offers a heartfelt and intimate farewell surrounded by loved ones. This ceremony allows up to six guests to gather three miles off the coast of Oak Island, where the ashes of your loved one are released in a biodegradable bamboo urn, followed by a gentle scattering of flowers and petals. Guests may bring personal items, such as photos or favorite refreshments, to further personalize the experience. Light refreshments, bottled water, and ice are provided during the journey.
Time is set aside for personal reflections, speeches, or moments of silence before the scattering. Following the release, the boat may circle the site, giving a final view of the drifting flowers before returning at a peaceful pace, allowing time for quiet remembrance. Allotted duration for our Attended Memorial Ceremony is 3 Hours.
Sample Itinerary for an Attended Memorial Ash Scattering Service
Departure
- Family is warmly welcomed and picked up from a coordinated dock location in Southport or Oak Island.
- Begin a gentle ride offshore to the 3-mile release location, with time to reflect or enjoy quiet music on the journey.
Memorial Service at Sea
- Upon arrival at the designated location, the boat will come to a stop, allowing time for a private service. Families are encouraged to:
- Play music meaningful to their loved one.
- Share a eulogy, memories, or other tributes.
- The remains are respectfully released into the sea, followed by a ceremonial scattering of flowers and petals provided by 5 More Minutes Charters.
- If requested, Captain Darren will gently move the boat to provide a view of the ashes and flowers as they drift with the tide.
Return Journey
- After the scattering, enjoy a peaceful ride back inshore, with the opportunity to cruise around scenic areas for the remaining time.
- Light refreshments are provided and can be enjoyed at any point during the service.
What 5 More Minutes Charters Provides
Following all memorial services, families will receive:
- Photographs and video of the completed ceremony (optional).
- A certificate of GPS coordinates of the ash scattering location.
Let us help you create a dignified and meaningful farewell for your loved one
Memorials at Sea Unattended Ceremony
The Unattended Memorials at Sea in NC offers a dignified and meaningful tribute for families unable to attend in person. Once ashes are received, either through local collection or mail, they are carefully prepared in a bamboo urn and scattered at sea, along with flowers and petals. The ceremony is performed three miles offshore, ensuring a serene and private setting. Families are notified prior to the event and are provided with detailed documentation afterward, including photos, a video of the ceremony, and a certificate of coordinates.
This option provides a thoughtful way to honor your loved one while maintaining flexibility for those unable to travel or attend. included.
Blended Memorial Ceremony
Our Blended Memorial Ceremony offers a unique solution for families seeking a blend of participation and flexibility. This option allows family members to attend a gentle inshore flower service, perfect for those who prefer not to travel three miles offshore. Up to six guests can join the ceremony, where flowers, petals, or a wreath are released into the water at a serene location. The ashes are later taken offshore by the crew to be scattered with dignity and care. As with all ceremonies, detailed documentation, including photos, videos, and a certificate of coordinates, is provided to ensure the memory of the event is preserved. This option creates a meaningful way for families to say goodbye while accommodating varying comfort levels. Allotted duration for our Blended Memorial Ceremony is 3 Hours.
Sample Itinerary for a Blended Memorial Ceremony
Inshore Flower Ceremony
- Family is picked up at the coordinated dock location.
- The ashes are brought along for a serene ride inshore, stopping at a meaningful location to release flowers and petals. Families are given time to:
- Reflect, share memories, or deliver a eulogy.
- Play music or honor their loved one in their own way.
Offshore Ash Release (Optional)
- If desired, those comfortable going offshore can join Captain Darren for a 3-mile journey out to sea to complete the ash scattering.
Return Journey
- After the memorial, the family is gently returned to the dock.
What 5 More Minutes Charters Provides
Following all memorial services, families will receive:
- Photographs and video of the completed ceremony (optional).
- A certificate of GPS coordinates of the ash scattering location.
Let us help you create a dignified and meaningful farewell for your loved one.
Why Choose us?
We offer compassionate and professional Memorials at Sea in North Carolina. Our services are tailored to your family’s needs. With a focus on dignity, care, and personalization, we provide meaningful ceremonies that honor your loved one’s legacy. Our year-round availability, enclosed cabin for cooler months, and professional documentation ensure a smooth and memorable experience.
What is Included in the service?
Bamboo urn, EPA paperwork, flowers, photos, video, certificate of coordinates, and refreshments (for attended services).
What Can I bring?
For the attended services, you may bring photos, food, and beverages.
What is Your Weather Policy?
At 5 More Minutes Charters, we are committed to providing a safe and meaningful memorial experience. In the event of inclement weather, we will work with you to reschedule your attended service for an alternative date. If rescheduling is not possible, you may choose to switch to an unattended service, and we will refund the difference. For cancellations due to weather, we offer full refunds. Your peace of mind is our priority, and we aim to ensure a respectful and memorable ceremony, rain or shine.
How do I begin planning a Memorial at Sea?
Getting started is simple. You can begin by filling out our online form to provide details about your loved one and your preferences for the ceremony. If you have questions or would like to discuss the options in more detail, contact Captain Darren directly at (910) 448-4838.
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Office Locations: 103 NW 14th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465
Email: 5mmCharters@gmail.com
Phone: (910) 448-4838