The Ocean Current

Losing a loved one can be an extremely difficult experience, and finding closure can be a long and arduous process. Please know you’re not alone. While traditional funeral ceremonies provide solace for some, others prefer alternative ways to bid farewell to their loved ones. One such alternative is a memorial at sea, and the Monterey…

You may have heard somewhere that sea scattering must be done at least 3 miles offshore. This is true for every state with the exception of California. Here in California, we only need to be 500 yards offshore. What does this mean for those attending a service at sea in California?  Unless we have the…

Do I need a permit to scatter my loved one’s remains/cremains?    In short, yes, a permit will always be provided from your crematorium, mortuary or funeral home with the cremains of your loved one. However, it’s important to inform the crematorium, funeral home, or mortuary of your plan as they may mention the next…

If your loved one didn’t specify what to do with their cremated remains, it’s up to you to decide what will help you and your family grieve. Consider what made your loved one happy and what will bring your family the most comfort.  Here are some options:` Keep it Simple – Display the urn on…

One of the more frequent questions we receive is – “why?”  Why should we choose a scattering at sea for our loved one?  We know more people are choosing cremation as an end-of-life option, and that increase is creating another question many haven’t really thought about – what do I do with the cremated remains?  …

We often hear from families from across the country (and really, all over the world) that they would like to have their loved ones scattered along the legendary California Coast, but for one reason or another, are unable to physically attend the scattering itself.  This is what is known as an unattended scattering, and it’s…

Sea Spirit Memorial is grateful to meet families from all over the world. Regardless of your home base, bringing different cultures on board to scatter with us is something that we love to do. We offer healing for everyone, whether that means reserving an unattended ash scattering service to accommodate for distance, or greeting an…

Sea Spirit, a 50’ vessel entirely dedicated to scattering at sea, is well maintained while docked and out on the water. We have transformed our business into an operating vessel that is exclusively for your families memorial service. It is at the top of our priority to ensure that she is running smoothly and safely…

Monterey Bay is one of the country’s largest marine sanctuaries. It is federally protected as it is very active just offshore of Northern California’s Big Sur. It encompasses a shoreline length of 276 miles and 6,094 square statute miles, while extending an average of 30 miles from shore. Twice the depth of the Grand Canyon,…

Happy Holidays to all! We hope everybody has been enjoying a season of togetherness and love. While most of us feel enhanced joy during the holiday season, there are those among us who could use additional support. We encourage families to participate in activities that make one another feel closer and supported. Joe and I…

While running Sea Spirit Memorial as a business, Joe and I have always felt at home out on the water. For us, the ocean is more than just a surface on our Earth, it represents a greater foundation supporting life, energy, and hope . At a young age, we fell in love with exploring endless…

For most, the holiday season is a festive time to spend with friends and family, however, for someone going through the grieving process, the holidays can amplify the sense of loss. Surrounding yourself with family is a way to brighten your spirit and engaging in traditions or religious practices can be pivotal to the healing…