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Important Information Regarding Legal Authorization for Cremation

The state of Wisconsin does not allow an individual to authorize their own cremation. At the time of one's death, according to Wisconsin Legislature 154.30, the right of control of final disposition is designated in a very specific order of kinship, beginning with a pre-designated "Authorized Agent", next would be the spouse, then (majority of) biological children, then parents, so on. In ordinary circumstances, there is usually no pre-designated Authorized Agent, therefore the control begins with a spouse. Sometimes an individual who does not have contact with their family, or simply wishes to designate someone other than family (for instance, a domestic partner or friend), may do so as long as the proper paperwork is filled out prior to death. The state has a special form titled "Authorization for Final Disposition". If you would like us to supply you with this form, please contact us and we will send it to you. Please note that the "POA" ceases at death, and carries no legal right to authorize cremation.