Abstract: A memorial container is formed of an engine block or a portion thereof which contains at least one engine cylinder wherein cremated remains can be stored. The portion of the engine block surrounding the cylinder is supported by a base closure, which closes one end of the cylinder, and is covered by a lid closure which closes the opposite end of the cylinder. The base closure preferably has an at least partially hollow interior which opens onto the engine cylinder, whereby cremated remains placed in the cylinder will also enter the interior of the base closure, with the base closure thereby providing greater effective storage volume for the cylinder.