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FAQs

The Choice in Funeral Excellence.

Over the years we've heard a lot of questions. We've compiled a list of some of the most common ones below.

 

WHAT IS CREMATION?

To begin with, it is probably easier to describe what cremation isn't. Cremation is not final disposition of the remains, nor is it a type of funeral service. Rather, it is a process of reducing the human body to it's most basic elements using high heat and flame.

DOES A DECEASED BODY HAVE TO BE EMBALMED, ACCORDING TO LAW?

No. Most states, however, require embalming when death was caused by a reportable contagious disease or when remains are to be transported from one state to another by common carrier or if final disposition is not to be made within a prescribed number of hours.

CAN I PURCHASE MERCHANDISE FROM YOU TO USE AT OTHER FUNERAL HOMES?

Yes, according to the Federal trade Commission Funeral Rule you can purchase caskets, urns, and/or burial vaults to be used at other funeral homes through us.

IS CREMATION A SUBSTITUTE FOR A FUNERAL?

No, cremation is an alternative to earth burial or entombment for the body's final disposition and often follows a traditional funeral service.

WHAT PURPOSE DOES A FUNERAL SERVE?

It is the customary way to recognize death and its finality. Funerals are recognized rituals for the living to show respect for the dead and to help survivors begin the grief process.

WHAT DO FUNERAL DIRECTORS DO?

Funeral directors are caregivers and administrators. They make the arrangements for transportation of the body, complete all necessary paperwork, and implement the choices made by the family regarding the funeral and final disposition of the body. Funeral directors are listeners, advisors and supporters. They have experience assisting the bereaved in coping with death. Funeral directors are trained to answer questions about grief, recognize when a person is having difficulty coping, and recommend sources of professional help. Funeral directors also link survivors with support groups at the funeral home or in the community.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF EMBALMING?

Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body and enhances the appearance of a body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, thus allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.

WHY HAVE A PUBLIC VIEWING?

Viewing is part of many cultural and ethnic traditions.  Many grief specialists believe that viewing aids the grief process by helping the bereaved recognize the reality of death.  Viewing is encouraged for children, as long as the process is explained and the chooses to view voluntary.

DO YOU HAVE TO HAVE A FUNERAL DIRECTOR TO BURY THE DEAD?

In most states, family members may bury their own dead although regulations vary. However, most people find it very trying to be solely responsible for arranging the details and legal matters surrounding a death.

CAN YOUR FUNERAL HOME CONDUCT SERVICES NEARER TO MY HOME?

Absolutely.  The funeral director will explain all your options.

ISN'T BURIAL SPACE BECOMING SCARCE?

While it is true some metropolitan areas have limited available cemetery space, in most areas of the country, there is enough space set aside for the next 50 years without creating new cemeteries.  In addition, land available for new cemeteries is more than adequate, especially with the increase in entombment and multi-level grave burial.

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