Burial at Sea - Ash Scattering in Clearwater Beach

A respectful burial at sea conducted with care and professionalism

Memorial Service Guide

A dignified and private memorial service

Our attended Burial at Sea memorial sail is a meaningful way to honor the life of a loved one in the place many cherished most — the water off Clearwater Beach. Departing from the Clearwater Beach Municipal Marina, this 1.5–2.5 hour sailing charter takes you to a peaceful area offshore where family and friends can gather, reflect, and share memories as the ash scattering and memorial ceremony takes place.

Led by a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain and experienced crew, each service is handled with care and dignity. We slow the vessel in a serene location, allowing time for the farewell before returning to shore. Families appreciate the quiet setting and thoughtful pacing, which allow space for remembrance without rush.

A man tossing flowers and an urn into the water for a memorial sail
A biodegradable urn in the water from burial at sea on clearwater beach

Pricing and details

  • For more details about our memorial service, please see our Memorial Service Guide.

    1–14 passengers
    $900 + tax & gratuity

  • Your memorial service is guided by our U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain and experienced crew, who handle the vessel, positioning, and timing with care and professionalism. Beyond that, the service is entirely up to you. Some families choose to say a few words, play music, or share memories, while others prefer a quiet moment of reflection in silence. If you would like spiritual guidance, we can also connect you with a chaplain prior to the service.

    Please refer to our Memorial Service Guide for more information.

  • The schooner departs from Clearwater Municipal Marina. For more information on directions and parking, please visit our Directions & Parking page.

  • Please contact us to organize a memorial.

    schoonerclearwater@gmail.com

    727-366-3667

  • Yes we have a bluetooth speaker for your convenience on board. We can play any songs you like, and you’re welcome to connect yourself.

  • No sailing knowledge required. Relax and enjoy the ride, or help with the sails if you’d like.

  • Please see our FAQ page with any questions you may have.

  • Accessibility: Due to large steps, narrow passageways, and uneven deck surfaces, this sail may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations. For safety and U.S. Coast Guard regulations, guests must also be under 275 lbs. If you have questions about accessibility or safety requirements, we’re happy to help before you book.

    Please see our Policies page for additional info.

A decorated urn with flowers tossed from the rail of schooner clearwater
Floating flowers, including yellow and red blooms, on a body of water during a burial at sea.
A large biodegradable turtle urn floating in the water with pink flower petals scattered around.
An older man on a boat holding a bouquet of flowers and an urn over the water, with the ocean in the background.
A large, white, rectangular rectangular urn partially submerged in green water with red flowers floating around it.
A family of four sitting on a boat with ocean background, holding flowers, an urn, and a handmade card.
Sailboat with beige sails named Clearwater sailing on calm blue water with a clear sky and distant shoreline.
A sailboat with white sails sailing in blue ocean waters near a coastal city with high-rise buildings in the background.
A floral arrangement with white hydrangeas, roses, and greenery surrounding a pink Himalayan salt urn on a wooden table.
Two hands reaching out to toss a floating bouquet of colorful flowers over the ocean.

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