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08/24/2026

I guess since I’m the last Pana funeral director in town, questions on the street get directed to me. I’ve had this question very often lately. Here is the official answer. Careful around waterways and public areas and you’ll be fine.

QUESTION: can I spread cremains (ashes) on land I own?
ANSWER
Yes, you can legally scatter cremated remains on your own land in Illinois.Under the Illinois Crematory Regulation Act (410 ILCS 18/40), state law explicitly permits the disposal of cremains "in any manner whatever on the private property of a consenting owner." Since you own the property and give your own consent, you are fully within your legal rights.Rules and Best Practices in IllinoisNo State Permits Required: You do not need to notify the state or obtain a permit to scatter ashes on your own private acreage.Check Local Zoning and HOAs: While state law gives you the right, you should verify that your specific city or county doesn't have unique local ordinances against it, and ensure your Homeowners Association (HOA) bylaws allow it if you live in a managed community.Keep It Leave-No-Trace: If you plan to scatter them on the ground, ensure they are spread thinly over a wide area so they blend naturally into the soil and do not form an unsightly pile.Future Considerations: Under Illinois Real Estate Disclosure Laws, scattering loose ashes does not legally turn your property into a cemetery, but it cannot be easily undone. If you ever choose to sell the land in the future, you may have to disclose this to potential buyers depending on local real estate practices.Proximity to Flowing Water: If your property borders a local river, note that a state law (Senate Bill 1793) explicitly outlines legal protections for scattering ashes into Illinois rivers. However, if you are scattering near public state-regulated waterways or state parks, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) typically requires a 200-foot buffer from public trails or camp zones

07/03/2026

Herrick July 4 Parade Update!

07/01/2026

I order 125 pounds candy every year for the parade. This year has been difficult. It seems the last 40 pounds may be delivered sometime between today and July 9. Everybody keep your fingers crossed. I placed these orders in early June.  It’s funny! I receive ten pounds one shipment, five pounds the next day in another box. I have received 85 pounds in about six or seven deliveries.

07/01/2026
07/01/2026

Identity Theft. Did your funeral director warn you of this.

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