South Portland, Maine
South Portland, ME is a coastal city with harbor views and a peaceful working waterfront. Many families choose South Portland for burial at sea. The bay feels calm, and the setting offers quiet beauty. It’s the perfect location to be at peace. Also, the area reflects Maine’s deep maritime heritage. In addition, the walkable shoreline invites reflection and peace. Because of this, each tribute here feels personal and sincere. South Portland provides comfort, meaning, and a gentle place to say goodbye.
The Service:
Compassionate, Seamless Burial at Sea Services Nationwide
At Sea Services, we partner with carefully vetted captains and crew across the United States to ensure your memorial experience is smooth, respectful, and deeply meaningful. Honor your loved one with a dignified sea burial. We offer compassionate, coast-to-coast services for scattering ashes at sea. With experienced captains and certified vessels, we ensure your loved one’s ashes are scattered at sea with care, legality, and respect.
Our Burial at Sea and Ash Scattering Services include a beautifully crafted biodegradable urn adorned with freeze-dried flowers, along with a personalized memorial certificate mailed to you after the ceremony. Every service is conducted in full compliance with EPA regulations and aboard U.S. Coast Guard-approved vessels, ensuring safety and professionalism at every step.
What to Expect During Your Memorial Charter
Each charter lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, dock to dock. The journey includes:
- 30–45 minutes traveling out to sea
- 30 minutes at a serene location for the ceremony
- 30–45 minutes returning to harbor
Sea Services™ provides professional burial at sea services across the United States. Whether you’re looking for charter boats for scattering ashes, or a peaceful setting to lay your loved one to rest, we’re here to help you plan a meaningful sea burial with dignity.
During your time on the water, you’ll have the space and time to reflect, pray, share stories, and release ashes in a peaceful and private setting. Our experienced captains can help guide the ceremony or offer support as needed, ensuring a respectful and memorable farewell.
Points of Interest:
Bug Light Park A scenic 8.8‑acre waterfront park built around the historic Portland Breakwater Lighthouse—affectionately known as “Bug Light.” It’s an ideal spot for picnicking, kite flying, fishing, or launching a boat. The paved Greenbelt Walkway leads visitors right to the cast‑iron lighthouse, with expansive views of Casco Bay and Portland’s skyline. The park also features a Liberty Ship memorial that commemorates South Portland’s WWII shipbuilding legacy
Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse This rare walk-to caisson lighthouse, built in 1897, stands on a breakwater off Southern Maine Community College’s campus. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s maintained by a nonprofit trust. Guided tours are offered seasonally, allowing visitors to climb inside this “sparkplug”-style beacon and learn about its maritime history
Saltwater Grille A premier waterfront dining destination at 231 Front Street, offering indoor and outdoor seating over Casco Bay. Celebrated for award-winning coastal cuisine, it features fresh seafood, steaks, and craft cocktails. They host private events and are consistently recognized for best outdoor and waterfront dining in Maine
North 43 Bistro Located at Spring Point Marina (1 Spring Point Drive), this sophisticated bistro serves seasonal American fare—ranging from local mussels to grilled sirloin—enhanced by Asian, French, and Italian influences. With two levels of deck seating overlooking the harbor, it’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or private events
