The Natural Funeral

The Natural Funeral The way we leave this world can be as intentional as the way we live in it. Reach out to our team to discover a more natural return.

As Colorado’s leader in terramation, water cremation, and green burial, we guide you back to the rhythms of nature. The Natural Funeral is more than a basic funeral home. This holistic, independent provider is a full-service end-of-life resource center for families in and near Lafayette. The team goes above and beyond to offer personalized care and honor for everyone, giving families the peace of

mind to know that their loved one is in good hands. Not only are traditional funeral services available, but the team specializes in unique services, such as eco-friendly green funerals. One thing that makes The Natural Funeral stand out in the industry is how the team provides hands-on support when preparing the remains for burial. Natural means gentle care for the deceased and a simple return to earth, without embalming or artificial burial materials. In addition to funeral planning, memorial services, and cremation services, this funeral home promises the highest levels of care for eco-friendly burial solutions. Reverent Body Care™ is the way the funeral staff honors and cares for the loved one at death. This process includes gentle washing of the body and essential oil anointing. Families are invited to participate in this healing, profound ceremony to the degree they wish. Unique offerings are available, such as water cremation (also known as alkaline hydrolysis or eco cremation), conventional cremation, green burial, home wakes and vigils, witnessed cremations, flame cremation, natural burial, and more. Locally made urns and caskets are offered, including biodegradable caskets, shrouds, and urns. The funeral home is available for services in the chapel space, or the funeral planning team can also assist with services at the location of your choice. The Natural Funeral supports families in all of the nearby cities and neighborhoods, including Lafayette, Boulder, Longmont, Louisville, Broomfield, Thornton, Westminster, Arvada, Denver, and Northglenn. The team can also help with the transfer to other states, including both ship outs and ship-in services. Not only is the funeral planning team available for immediate care and planning, but they can also assist with preplanning services as well. For details about these eco-friendly burial and cremation services, contact The Natural Funeral, located at 102 W Chester St Lafayette, CO 80026. Call any time to talk to a funeral planning provider who specializes in green burial services: (720) 515-2344.

Grief can feel incredibly heavy, but nature constantly reminds us that nothing is ever truly lost. It is simply transfor...
06/18/2026

Grief can feel incredibly heavy, but nature constantly reminds us that nothing is ever truly lost. It is simply transformed.

After a body completes its gentle return through terramation, what remains is Regenerative Living Soil. The Laying-Out Ceremony is the beautiful, comforting culmination of this entire process. It is the intentional moment when a family receives this nutrient-rich essence and returns it directly to the land.

Whether you use this soil to plant a memorial grove of trees, nourish a vibrant flower garden, or scatter it across a cherished Colorado mountainside, this ritual offers a rare sense of completion. It beautifully shifts our perspective from permanent loss to a living legacy, allowing us to feel our loved ones continue in every new bloom and changing season.

Death is a natural part of life, and planning for it is a gift to those you love. Visit the link in our bio to explore eco-conscious advance planning.

Conventional end-of-life options often rely on resource-intensive processes that disconnect us from nature. Terramation ...
06/17/2026

Conventional end-of-life options often rely on resource-intensive processes that disconnect us from nature. Terramation offers a different way—one that heals the planet.

As a net carbon sink, Terramation actually sequesters approximately 1,003 lbs of CO2 per body. By choosing this path, you are preventing emissions and actively contributing to the health of our local ecosystems. It is one of the most meaningful, life-giving gifts you can leave behind for future generations.

Watch the science and the soul of Terramation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rnOttrW1Z4

Connect with Us:
Learn more about eco-conscious planning: https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/ready-to-create-your-green-funeral-plan/
To speak with an Advance Planner: (720) 515-2344

Meet Keely: Director of Operations & Organizational Development 🌿We are incredibly proud to introduce Keely, our Directo...
06/16/2026

Meet Keely: Director of Operations & Organizational Development 🌿
We are incredibly proud to introduce Keely, our Director of Operations and Organizational Development at The Natural Funeral!

Keely plays a vital role in steering our mission forward, deeply inspired by the meaningful shift in how we care for the dead and support the living. For her, expanding the reach of terramation is about changing the landscape of grief care—allowing families more space for creativity, intentional ritual, and the time needed to process loss in a truly supported way.

"What inspires me most is how the terramation process creates space for families to process loss in a thoughtful and supported way."

Grounded in Purpose & Mindfulness
Behind her leadership and operational vision is a deep commitment to mindfulness and stewardship. Here is a quick look at what keeps Keely grounded:

Daily Ritual: She begins her day in the dark, quiet hours of the morning, lighting a candle for 20 minutes of reflection to connect with Oneness before the busyness sets in.

Simple Joys: Finding presence and movement on her mat through yoga.

Legacy: Viewing life as a beautiful act of stewardship—holding what we have for just a moment as it moves from our ancestors to our children. This deep connection to the earth is beautifully mirrored in her favorite poem, Wendell Berry’s The Peace of Wild Things.

We are so grateful for Keely's compassionate heart and strategic leadership. Please join us in celebrating her in the comments below! 👇

If you spend your life caring for the earth, choosing an eco-conscious departure is a beautiful, natural extension of th...
06/12/2026

If you spend your life caring for the earth, choosing an eco-conscious departure is a beautiful, natural extension of those values. But making an informed choice requires more than just reading a brochure. It helps to see and experience the environment for yourself.

Our Care Center is not like a conventional funeral home. It is a bright, calm sanctuary rooted in nature and grounded in gentle care.

We open our doors every month for community tours because we believe you deserve to make choices on your own terms, long before a crisis arises. Come walk through our space, see our Chrysalis vessels used for natural organic reduction, and speak directly with our advance planning team.

Taking an hour to explore your options today is a profound gift of peace for the people you love tomorrow. It ensures your wishes are honored and gives your family the space to simply grieve and love when the time comes.

How we leave this world can reflect how we lived in it. Visit the link https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/care-center-tours/ view our upcoming tour dates and save your seat.

"I want to be a tree." It is a beautiful sentiment we hear often. Terramation turns this poetic wish into a tangible, li...
05/31/2026

"I want to be a tree." It is a beautiful sentiment we hear often. Terramation turns this poetic wish into a tangible, living legacy. 🌳

In about two months, the process creates nutrient-rich soil that can be used to plant a forest or nourish a family garden. As one family shared, returning a loved one as soil planted under a crabapple tree allows them to feel that presence "in every bloom." Your final act can truly become a source of new life.

See how a legacy grows in our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rnOttrW1Z4

Plan Your Legacy:
Begin documenting your wishes today: https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/ready-to-create-your-green-funeral-plan/
Questions? We are here to listen: (720) 515-2344

Meet Our Advance Planner: KarisAt The Natural Funeral, we believe death is a natural part of life. For Karis, our Advanc...
05/28/2026

Meet Our Advance Planner: Karis

At The Natural Funeral, we believe death is a natural part of life. For Karis, our Advance Planner, this mission is deeply personal.

When Karis lost her mother unexpectedly, her family was left to navigate a mountain of decisions in the middle of fresh grief. "That experience is what inspired me to help families plan ahead," she shares. "I want to help people discover more natural, eco-friendly options before they are in the thick of a loss."

Karis is a grounding force for our families. Whether she is explaining Terramation or the gentleness of Water Cremation, she speaks from a place of experience and empathy.

A glimpse into Karis’s world:

Nature’s Peace: Growing up in Evergreen, the scent of pine trees remains her greatest restorer.

Signs of Life: She feels her mother’s presence whenever she basks in the light of a full moon.

Daily Grounding: She begins each day with the mantra: "I am open and available for miracles. I am aligned with ease, clarity and joy."

A Heart for Service: Beyond her work here, Karis is a Certified Cuddler for seniors, dedicated to the power of human connection.

Planning ahead isn't about focusing on the end; it's about giving your family the space to focus on memories rather than paperwork.

Ready for a gentle conversation? Karis is here to help you explore your options with zero pressure and total transparency.

Spring is a reminder that even in transition, there is a gentle way to be tended.In the natural world, May is a time of ...
05/27/2026

Spring is a reminder that even in transition, there is a gentle way to be tended.

In the natural world, May is a time of tending to new growth. At The Natural Funeral, we believe that tending is also the heart of a good goodbye.

This month, we invite you to walk through our Arvada Care Center with our team. Our team is well versed in moving the conversation around death from a place of fear to a place of empowerment. During this tour, we will explain the grit and the grace of what we do—specifically our Reverent Body Care®.

We don’t use harsh chemicals or invasive preparation. Instead, we use warmth, essential oils, and a deep, quiet respect for the body’s natural return.

When we understand the process, the fear begins to fade, leaving room for peace.

Rooted in Nature. Grounded in Care.

📅 Friday, May 29th at 1pm
📍 6065 West 55th Place, Arvada
✨ All are welcome.








Terramation is not just a method; it is a carefully guided biological transformation. In this process, the body is place...
05/23/2026

Terramation is not just a method; it is a carefully guided biological transformation. In this process, the body is placed within a vessel called the Chrysalis™ alongside organic materials like straw, wood chips, and alfalfa.

Over several weeks, time-honored principles of natural organic reduction gently transform the body into Regenerative Living Soil™. It is a quiet, respectful transition that honors the body’s innate wisdom to return to the cycle of life.

Watch the process unfold in our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rnOttrW1Z4

See for Yourself:
We believe transparency brings peace. Join us for an upcoming tour of our Care Center to see the Chrysalis™ vessels firsthand: https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/care-center-tours/

The Quietest Gift: Removing the Weight of "What if?"In the first 24 hours of a loss, a grieving family is often asked to...
05/21/2026

The Quietest Gift: Removing the Weight of "What if?"

In the first 24 hours of a loss, a grieving family is often asked to make over 100 difficult decisions. From a psychological perspective, this decision fatigue can often interrupt the natural flow of mourning. 🕊️

Advance planning isn't just about your own final act—it is a profound act of love for the people you leave behind. When you document your wishes for Terramation or a Natural Burial, you are removing the heavy weight of what if from your family's shoulders. You are giving them the space to simply be present with their memories.

Let’s speak the fear out of planning together:
Start your green funeral plan here: https://www.thenaturalfuneral.com/ready-to-create-your-green-funeral-plan/
Or call for a calm, guided conversation: (720) 515-2344

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