| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Burial | 11/12/2009 |
Q: MyMy grandfather just passed we have him buried in a military cemetery cause he was in the navy. The ...
A: I give my condolences to you and grandfathers family. What is your objection to his burial at the ...
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| Burial - depth | 10/26/2009 |
Q: My spouse was cremated and buried in one of the larger cement vaults used for cremains. The ...
A: Your concerns make sense and I don't think you are too worried. You have every right to think and ...
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| Disposition of Ashes | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Our mother just passed, dedicated her body to science, and we (her four children) have just received ...
A: Absolutely! You can do whatever you want with the ashes. It looks like everyone has a different ...
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| Asking casketbearers. | 10/26/2009 |
Q: In planning a funeral,when is it proper to ask the casketbearers?Should they be asked 3 days before ...
A: This is a good question and in my experience I've seen it all ways. Some families believe the ...
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| Burial - depth | 10/24/2009 |
Q: My spouse was cremated and buried in one of the larger cement vaults used for cremains. The ...
A: I do not think it is a sin or disrespect to move the urn with ashes. You really need to ask ...
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| Can they do this? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I've already chosen the blouse and skirt I want to be laid out and buried in, as well as a ...
A: I love weird questions! YES, you can request your embalmer/funeral director to paint your toenails. ...
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| Death Midwife | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I am very interested in finding out How to become a Death Midwife. Is this practice is legal in New ...
A: Death midwifery is a new concept but age old tradition. It takes a special personality to assist ...
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| Education for Funeral Directors about not embalming and viewing | 10/2/2009 |
Q: My father died recently in Dover, DE and was buried and cared for in MD. The funeral director ...
A: This is becoming a new conversation in the "industry". Embalming is not required by law and there ...
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| WEARING A TIE | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I WAS DISCUSSING THIS ITEM WITH MY WIFE. IF I SHOULD PASS FIRST IS IT MANDATORY TO WEAR A TIE IN THE ...
A: Greetings- It is not mandatory to wear a tie. I am a believer that funerals should represent the ...
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| ashes | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Can I have family members disburse my ashes in Lake Michigan?
A: When it comes to scattering ashes a lot of people wonder about the laws and restrictions. Don’t ...
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| Question about above ground tombs | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I would like for my wife and I to be buried in a above ground tomb very similar to a small ...
A: Allow me to express my thoughts on this. Have you thought about the natural process of ...
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| Under garment on the deceased. | 9/7/2009 |
Q: Why do we put under garment on the deceased?
A: Greetings - It is not unusual for this question to come up when making funeral arrangements. :) ...
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| Decomposition in a Casket | 9/7/2009 |
Q: What is the time process for decomposition of a human body in a casket (the body has been embalmed). ...
A: There isn't a precise amount of time for decomposition of the human body. It depends on many ...
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| Help For a funeral | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to find help to burying my uncle who past away on Sept. 1 2009. My family doesnt have any ...
A: I just mentioned online as a resource for just about anything. You need to get creative, you may ...
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| Help For a funeral | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to find help to burying my uncle who past away on Sept. 1 2009. My family doesnt have any ...
A: I am sorry your uncle has passed away. Unfortunately, there isn't much out there in the way of ...
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| Cremation | 9/3/2009 |
Q: My sister is terminally ill. She has made me the executer of her will. She has not made any ...
A: I am sorry I am unable to answer your question further, I am not expert on Wills and executorship. ...
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| Cremation | 9/2/2009 |
Q: My sister is terminally ill. She has made me the executer of her will. She has not made any ...
A: I am sorry your sister is terminally ill, I imagine it's a tough time for you. I commend you for ...
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| what to do with ashes? | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me if there is some kind of pendant necklace or small decortive decanter to place a ...
A: Absolutely! There are many options for memorial keepsakes. I suggest you check out my crystal ...
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| my mother's ashes | 9/1/2009 |
Q: My mother died 1993. My dad had her cremated. He buried her ashes on the property he is on now. ...
A: This is very interesting. Your mother has been resting since 1993 and you want to move her ashes? ...
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| Disposal of Ashes | 8/31/2009 |
Q: My daughter lost her husband two years ago. She had his body cremated. She is a fulltime student ...
A: Unbelievable, the cemetery wants to charge $900 to scatter the ashes!? That is absolutely ...
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| Disposal of Ashes | 8/28/2009 |
Q: My daughter lost her husband two years ago. She had his body cremated. She is a fulltime student ...
A: I am confused by this question. The cremation took place 2 years ago? and the funeral home is ...
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| Buried in cave | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Kellie, I own a number of caves, and after my death I would like my body to be placed in one of ...
A: here is a quote from a colleague. I was wrong about the decomposition, this should be addressed by ...
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| Spouse legal rights | 8/21/2009 |
Q: My aunts husband died . They were married for 12 years in the US he was a legal resident. She made ...
A: That is true, a will will help. :) Any documentation of funeral arrangements or funeral requests ...
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| death | 8/20/2009 |
Q: my grandfather just passed away,my mom was taking care of him for the last few months of his life ...
A: Mike - I am puzzled as to why your grandmother won't sign the papers. Where is your grandfather ...
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| caskets for burial | 8/12/2009 |
Q: does ky law require a casket for burial or can a person be buried in their favorite clothing wrapped ...
A: Your idea of a natural green burial is wonderful! It may take some activism to get it off the ...
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| Burying Cremated Remains | 8/10/2009 |
Q: In a conversation with my sister a few days ago, she has made it clear that her wish is that she be ...
A: I commend you and your sister for talking about funeral plans. Not many people can talk about it. ...
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| Body Position and Family Placement | 8/4/2009 |
Q: Is there any traditional placement for the casket/body or direction of the head during the funeral ...
A: Greetings - Is there a traditional placement? Well, most caskets are made with the head panel ...
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| Delaying a funeral | 8/3/2009 |
Q: We are writing a screenplay about a man recovering from a transplant who cannot appear at a funeral ...
A: I am glad to be of help for a screenplay, sounds like an interesting plot! In my experience, the ...
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| rights of next of kin(father) or spouse | 8/1/2009 |
Q: Husband died in a fall injury down a steep hill. Father of deceased has filed for all rights to be ...
A: The persons with the power to arrange a funeral in order are : spouse parents children Having said ...
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| Spouse legal rights | 7/28/2009 |
Q: My aunts husband died . They were married for 12 years in the US he was a legal resident. She made ...
A: I am little confused at what the scenario is. First and most important, there should be one person ...
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| barial | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Can you be baried on your own personal property? And if it is possible, what do you have to do in ...
A: Burial on personal private property is an option, that is the way it has been done historically. ...
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| home funerals | 7/22/2009 |
Q: can I buy a video or book regarding laws-home funerals in california
A: There are several resources on the internet for your interest. http://www.homefuneralmanual.org/ ...
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| Cremains in family plot | 7/17/2009 |
Q: My mother is planning for her burial, and she currently has my father's cremated remains. Both ...
A: The process for burial of cremated remains is easy. There are a few options for disposition of ...
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| Pauper status | 7/6/2009 |
Q: My sister's husband died and she has no money or income to cremate or bury him. What is the ...
A: I am sorry your sister's husband has passed on and I am also sorry to tell you that there is not a ...
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| buring ashes | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I am looking for information regarding laws,restrictions or permits needed to bury ashes in a public ...
A: Burial of ashes in a public park may be difficult. For a private property it is required to obtain ...
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| burial wouthout embalming | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I know you have repeatedly stated that there is no law (in any state?) that requires embalming. I ...
A: you brought up a good point that needs to be heard. Embalming is not required by law. I have ...
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| Transporting an unembalmed body across state boundaries | 6/29/2009 |
Q: My father recently passed away. He did not want to be embalmed, and we would like to bury him ...
A: I am going to tell you Yes it is possible however you will experience obstacles. First you need to ...
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| funeral costs | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My mother is in hospice care and does not want to her funeral costs to be a financial burden on her ...
A: You've got me thinking, this is a great question. In light of the economic times, your idea is ...
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| My beloved Grans funeral | 6/24/2009 |
Q: My gran passed away yesterday. She is having a Jewish burial tomorrow. While her son and his family ...
A: I am sorry to hear that your gran has passed on. Absolutely, you can have your own service if you ...
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| ashes | 6/21/2009 |
Q: my dad died 4 years ago and my grandma has the ashes how much will it cost approximatly to burry ...
A: I am sorry I cannot provide accurate quotes for funeral and burial costs. You will need to contact ...
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| burial of ashes in an urn | 6/19/2009 |
Q: Can i have my ashes in an urn buried in a gravesite. What is the procedure for doing this. I live in ...
A: Yes you may bury ashes in an urn. If the burial is to take place at a cemetery you should check ...
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| Memorial Service | 6/10/2009 |
Q: We are planning a memorial service for a relative and there will likely be many, many attendees. ...
A: Many people have questions about how to show appreciation for services. It would too cumbersome to ...
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| Power of attorney | 6/8/2009 |
Q: We are handling my wife's uncle's estate. Per his wishes we had him cremated. However, the ...
A: This is strange, usually the funeral home will put strict rules on who makes and authorizes ...
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| funerals/cremations? | 6/7/2009 |
Q: What exactly do I have to have for a cremation? Both of my parents want this and I know of a lady ...
A: I commend you for seeking out answers to your frustration. You are not unfeeling; you need to ...
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| burial sites | 6/1/2009 |
Q: We own a large portion of land in Green Lake county, Wisconsin. Our family would like to be buried ...
A: I commend you for wanting to keep family burial on the land. Do you have a long term/extended plan ...
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| Baby's Funeral | 5/23/2009 |
Q: This year will mark the 20th anniversary of our baby daughter's death. She was very premature, but ...
A: everyone has a image/experience in life that haunts them. It's hard to find places and people to ...
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| casket rental | 5/19/2009 |
Q: if the mortuary does not rent caskets where can i rent one from? i am in hayward calif
A: Funeral homes are apprehensive about offering the rental casket service because it is very labor ...
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| Disposition of ashes | 5/13/2009 |
Q: You say that the primary authority to make funeral arrangements rests with he who holds the ...
A: You are absolutely correct. I am not sure what article you are quoting me on, please let me know. I ...
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| parents burial arrangements preference | 5/11/2009 |
Q: My family lives in California. My parents are in their 80s. Their request is that my mother's ashes, ...
A: Your requests are allowable, both scenarios a and b will work. Be sure to explain your requests to ...
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| travel expenses | 5/10/2009 |
Q: is it customary for the estate to reimburse imedeiate family members for their travel expenses to ...
A: Unfortunately, there is no custom when it comes to finances. It would be considerate of the estate ...
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| Mother's ashes | 5/9/2009 |
Q: My mother donated her body to science. When her ashes were returned to me my mother's wish was to ...
A: Greetings - This is an interesting request to have ashes spread at a Casino. It is an indoor place ...
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| pauper funeral | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a person that has no money for funeral services, is there such a thing like pauper field or ...
A: Finances for a funeral are probably the most difficult to manage when a death occurs. Unfortunately, ...
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| Cremation dig fee | 4/28/2009 |
Q: We have 3 separate family members in cremation urns to be buried together at the same time. They ...
A: The state should not have regulations against this. I would check with the cemetery policy. Common ...
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| CREMATION COSTS AND ORGAN DONOR | 4/16/2009 |
Q: ..my parents and I are still prepaying for our cremation in Florida. My mother heard something ...
A: Some organ donations facilities do offer cremation. Do you have organ donation plan in place? If a ...
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| exhume | 4/16/2009 |
Q: My mother passed away in 1998.Thankfully before she passed her and my father bought a 2 person ...
A: This is a interesting scenario and I should only assume with the variety of family units this would ...
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| shipping | 4/6/2009 |
Q: My parents live in south Florida, they're in their 80's. They paid for plots in the Philadelphia ...
A: Unfortunately, this scenario does happen. Because of the transport, this is probably the most labor ...
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| placement in graves | 3/26/2009 |
Q: Is it a true tradition that the head of a casket is always buried facing East? I have heard this is ...
A: This is an interesting question and I could have researched this topic for hours! It's dizzying ...
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| do it yourself funerals | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I have heard that Do it yourself funerals are legal in other states. I was wondering what Florida ...
A: Do it yourself funerals are permissible and need to be navigated carefully. You will run across ...
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| Correction for inscription and finalize date on headstone plaque | 3/22/2009 |
Q: My grandmother and grandfather bought gravestones in the 80s. My grandpa was in the Navy and both ...
A: Well this is just baffling, I am looking at the picture and it seems like it would be easy to ...
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| Funeral Expenses | 3/22/2009 |
Q: A Handicap wife of a handicap husband, ( 39 ) lost his wife of 15 years, the parents of the wife,( ...
A: Greetings - It sounds like we have family issues here. As for the funeral, the husband has legal ...
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| Funeral etiquete | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I need some advice!!! My parents have been divorced for @ 15 yrs. It was a bad divorce. When they ...
A: Death and funerals bring out the best and worst in people. I'm sorry it's a tough decision to ...
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| funeral travel from state to state by self | 3/15/2009 |
Q: We live in Baytown Texas and want to have a service for our daughter in Baytown,Tx and then want to ...
A: I think offering the "last ride" is a beautiful tribute for your daughter, it will facilitate ...
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| wakes | 2/27/2009 |
Q: after somebody dies.how long does the family have before the body cant have a open casket wake?
A: This is a unique question. There are many variables that affect the amount of time when a body is ...
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| Ashes on private property | 2/23/2009 |
Q: My mother has been cremated and wished to be buried on the family land. Is that "permitted" in ...
A: Burial of ashes on private land is "permitted". The county and city would probably like to see this ...
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| transport of body | 2/23/2009 |
Q: My father just passed away last night. He was in Palm Springs on vacation and lives in Sacramento. ...
A: I am sorry to hear your father has passed, I imagine it is difficult time especially being so far ...
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| Natural burial laws | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I live in North Carolina and I would like to know if I have the right to have my body composted ...
A: The answer is yes! you can do a natural burial. Unfortunately, I have not been able to locate a ...
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| ??????? | 2/22/2009 |
Q: Ok I have a question for you. My Wife has pasted and I had her cremated. Now my question is can I ...
A: The answer is yes, you can have your wife's ashes buried with you. If you intend to have a casket ...
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| babies death | 2/16/2009 |
Q: If child on ssi dies in the state of georgia and mother is on welfare is there a fund to pay for ...
A: I am sorry that this situation is happening...you are not alone, there are many people who struggle ...
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| Lack of funds | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I would like to start out by saying thank you. It is good to have a place to turn to ask questions ...
A: It is a common struggle when a death occurs to come up with the funds. Did you know historically ...
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| transportation arrangements | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I have decided to donate my body to the Texas State University's forensic anthropology research ...
A: I am curious what you mean you have not found a company that transports on ice over state lines, are ...
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| transportation arrangements | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have decided to donate my body to the Texas State University's forensic anthropology research ...
A: You are very thoughtful to donate your body to science, it is noble. First place I would start ...
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| setting headstones | 1/15/2009 |
Q: My mother went to visit her brothers gravesite,he died in 2005 and is buried at Memorial Park in ...
A: I don't see why not. Your mother only wants to purchase a headstone and place it on the gravesite. ...
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| headstone | 1/11/2009 |
Q: can i make my own headstone and casket,in a cemetery that has headstones in texas
A: So you want to make a headstone and casket? good news, yes you can....BUT you should ask the ...
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| Obituary in local paper | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I have a problem. My stepmother and I do not get alone. My father died and when she put his obituary ...
A: I am so sorry of this situation. Funerals can bring out the worst and best of people. Families that ...
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| wording thanks-you note for Mass cards | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I would like to send Thank-you note to People who sent Mass cards for my Dad, But I don't know how ...
A: The wording for Thank you cards should be simple, no need to go over board. Sometimes the funeral ...
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| transporting burial permit to Canada | 1/6/2009 |
Q: What is necessary to transport a body to Canada for burial? Person has dual citizenship. Thank you.
A: Transporting a body to foreign countries can be done and it involves patience and paperwork. The ...
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| florida funeral | 12/22/2008 |
Q: can i build the casket? what is the casket placed in before it is cover with dirt? what is the law ...
A: Greetings - Yes, you can build a casket. There are many resources online explaining how to do ...
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| Funerals | 12/18/2008 |
Q: What are the disposition options with regard to stillborn feti in the state of Virginia.
A: The disposition options for a stillborn fetus are not limited. If you wish to do cremation or ...
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| creamation/burial question | 11/24/2008 |
Q: My mother has a plot next to my Dad, she is at end of life and wanted to be creamated. Me and my ...
A: I am not able to provide accurate costs, as it depends on your location. I suggest you call around ...
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| Michigan Burial Law | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I manage a cemetery in Michigan. Are "Green Burials" permitted in Michigan and does a special ...
A: Greetings - Thank you for this question. I assume you have a family who has requested this or you ...
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| stillborn | 11/1/2008 |
Q: i have a few questions about funerals for a stillborn baby. if you have the baby in kentucky and was ...
A: I am sorry about the baby's passing. It is a difficult and tragic situation. I commend you on ...
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| Independent Mortuary Transport Service | 10/30/2008 |
Q: My mom passed away in Southern CA, we are having her memorial service there and will fly her body ...
A: I have a few companies for you to call, it has been a few years since I worked with the mortuary ...
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| co guardianship and end of life issues | 10/20/2008 |
Q: With an Alzheimer late stage ward with an Indiana guardianship where the judge allowed the wife to ...
A: I'm sorry you are going through a difficult time. I do not have the expertise to guide you on this ...
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| Burying ashes in a cemetery | 10/19/2008 |
Q: My 93 year old uncle died. Can we legally bury his ashes alongside his wife, in a Michigan ...
A: Yes, you can bury your uncles ashes with his wife. It may take some navigating in the paperwork ...
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| embalming | 10/16/2008 |
Q: just wondering if you die in Florida and are buried in Florida are you required to have the ...
A: Embalming is not required by law. Simply said. The only scenario that would require embalming is ...
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| OWNERSHIP OF ASHES | 10/13/2008 |
Q: IF IT IS NOT STATED IN WILL WHAT IS TO BE DONE WITH ASHES WHO HAS THE ULIMATE AUTHORITY TO MAKE A ...
A: This is a tough situation. Death often brings out the best in people and that includes greed. I am ...
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| OWNERSHIP OF ASHES | 10/8/2008 |
Q: IF IT IS NOT STATED IN WILL WHAT IS TO BE DONE WITH ASHES WHO HAS THE ULIMATE AUTHORITY TO MAKE A ...
A: The power of authority to make funeral arrangements are 1- durable power of attorney 2- spouse 3- ...
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| Step-mother's funeral | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I was recently kicked out of my father's house because I make his new wife upset. I have a history ...
A: Your concern seems to be about taking care of the funeral for your future step-mother... The ...
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| transporting a body | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My husband is in the end stages of lung cancer and wants a green burial. We have located a place in ...
A: with my little book of mortuary resources, here is what I found in that area. Florida Associated ...
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| transporting a body | 9/18/2008 |
Q: My husband is in the end stages of lung cancer and wants a green burial. We have located a place in ...
A: well it seems you are set on the distance for the green burial. If your husband prefers it that is ...
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| pauper funeral | 9/17/2008 |
Q: Does the state of MISSOURI provide funeral/burial for destitute or indigent persons?
A: The disposition of indigent persons is usually handled by the county or state program. I am not ...
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| transporting a body | 9/15/2008 |
Q: My husband is in the end stages of lung cancer and wants a green burial. We have located a place in ...
A: there is a new need for transporting the unembalmed to far distances of green burial locations. ...
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| EXHUMING | 9/4/2008 |
Q: My question is once a wife has buried her husband can his family have is body exhumed and moved ...
A: Legally, only the next of kin can make decisions regarding disposition and disinternment. I am ...
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| decay after embalming | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I wanted to know if you could tell me the decay process of a body that has been embalmed. Does it ...
A: A body that has been embalmed does take longer to decompose, think of it as a preservative. ...
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| rights to ashes | 8/23/2008 |
Q: my mom died 7 years ago my grandma (her mom) has the ashes in South Dakota. I live in AZ and would ...
A: I am assuming that your grandma was the one that made the arrangements for your mom 7 years ago. If ...
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| cremate | 8/23/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend wants to bury his cremated father which he has in a box at home...but hes not sure ...
A: Asking questions is a good place to start. where does he want to bury his father? if in a ...
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| Flowers | 8/21/2008 |
Q: My fiancé passed unexpectedly on Monday, we are having the funeral this Saturday. I plan on uniting ...
A: Please accept my condolences, we all grieve in our own ways and yet you are not alone. It is a ...
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| casket rental | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Just recently my brother enlaw had pasted away and we were told that in the state of IL. that casket ...
A: I don't have much experience with the use of a rental casket and I cannot tell you the laws ...
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| burial on private property | 8/8/2008 |
Q: My mother in law wants to be buried on the family tract (20+ acres)in Riegelwood NC. What do we have ...
A: My biggest concern when it comes to burial on private property, is the future of the land. Who will ...
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| private property burial | 8/8/2008 |
Q: Live way out in country, Arkansas, what is the law for burying family members on private property. ...
A: I am sorry you are going through a rough time. Remember to stay in touch with yourself and your ...
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| repast | 8/7/2008 |
Q: If you don"t know who will be at the funeral,or going to the gravesite, how do you plan a repast?
A: This is probably the most difficult aspect of funeral planning, coordinating an event in short ...
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| cremation | 7/29/2008 |
Q: After a cremation,can the family keep urn at home?State of Louisiana.
A: Absolutely, I don't see why not. When making funeral arrangements and procuring a death ...
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| Burried at home | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I live in IL , and own 10 acres of property. Is it legal to be buried on my own property. Both my ...
A: Most likely it is legal to be buried on your own private property. You will need to check with local ...
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| changing of a funeral headstone | 7/26/2008 |
Q: Good Afternoon, I am wondering what my rights are on changing my father's headstone. Well first my ...
A: I do see why you should not be able to make changes on the headstone. If the lots belong to your ...
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| taxidermy | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I WOULD LIKE TO BE STUFFED AND SET ON MY BACK DECK OVER LOOKING THE RIVER, IS THERE ANY LAW SAYING ...
A: I would be glad to discuss this with you. While considering this option, there are a few things you ...
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| embalming | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I was told that because I live in vernon co. missouri and if I die in that county I have to be ...
A: I have not experienced much about the requirements about where to be embalmed only if to be embalmed ...
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| Moving remains | 7/2/2008 |
Q: My nephew was killed in a car accident almost 19 years ago. The mother, who lives in Kansas, has ...
A: In most states, the mother has more "power" on paper when it comes to death care. However if the ...
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| dad | 6/23/2008 |
Q: my dad died june 8th. He went in for Triple By pass March 13th.. and in/out of hospital since then. ...
A: I am sorry your dad has passed away. It sounds like you and your family went through a trying time ...
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| no money for unclaimed corpse | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I was contacted by my grandmother who has been contacted by the police to claim her nephew as he had ...
A: I'm not knowledgeable of the laws in different areas for this situation. It is a good idea to check ...
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| Funeral Director asking questions | 6/6/2008 |
Q: Do you think it is appropriate for a funeral director to ask a person about their health during ...
A: This is an interesting question and I do see a possible ethical debate about this. My experience ...
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| Wait time for memorial after crfenatuib | 6/3/2008 |
Q: How long can one wait to have a memorial after a loved one is cremated. What is the protocol. Thank ...
A: The answer depends and varies depending on the occurances. One thing to remember the purpose of a ...
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| Burial Plot want to sell | 5/16/2008 |
Q: My husband and I have the deed to a very old family burial plot in Massachusetts. There are two of ...
A: I do know that it is possible to re-sell graves, cemeteries do frown upon it but they also ...
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| embalming | 5/1/2008 |
Q: is it a state law in michigan that the deceased be embalmed before being put in the ground
A: EMBALMING IS NOT REQUIRED BY LAW! I type this in caps because it has been a misconception for too ...
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| Funeral expense donations | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I have a family whose son just died in jail and they cannot afford his funeral expenses. Would you ...
A: I offer my condolences to you and the son's family. It's a tough time and the concern of finances ...
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| flowers to funeral | 4/3/2008 |
Q: my daughters step-father passed away recently, although he and I were never friends should I feel ...
A: A tough decision that I hear often, should I send flowers and to whom? It is really a personal ...
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| sons ashes | 3/22/2008 |
Q: my question is this me and my long time girlfriend just split we had a son that was born and past on ...
A: Cameron - I am sorry for your pain, it is a terrible experience you are going through. You are not ...
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| Family Protocol at Funerals | 2/23/2008 |
Q: Do you know what defines the family at a funeral? When funeral attendants ask are you family, are ...
A: The family tree is a big deal.. funerals are one of those times that families comes together. How ...
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| When to light yarzheit candle | 2/19/2008 |
Q: In a recent move I have lost the calendar on when to light a yarzheit candle for my father. He ...
A: This site may be helpful in converting the date. http://www.hebcal.com/converter/ However, for ...
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| Transporting a body | 2/9/2008 |
Q: Is it legal for someone /anybody to transport a dead body within Michigan. From say an ME office, ...
A: I do not have experience in transporting bodies in this kind of situation, I did some research and ...
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| Quirky Alternatives to Traditional Burial | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I am a grad student at Columbia's Journalism School and am currently working on an article on the ...
A: My answer to your question as to 'why' people may be opting for wacky alternatives is simple, ...
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| carrying cremated remains to cemetary service | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I will be transporting my father's ashes to a military service at the veteran's cemetery where his ...
A: Greetings Vicki - Well this is an interesting question, thank you for the out of the ordinary ...
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| Funeral Time Period | 1/2/2008 |
Q: After a death is there a specific time that the funeral must be conducted?
A: this is a common concern when planning funerals. Different customs and religions have specific ...
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| transporting remains | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My husband's grandmother unfortunately will have life support removed today and will be making her ...
A: Greetings ! I am sorry your grandmother-in-law is transitioning on from this life. Removing life ...
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| Clothes for the deceased | 12/8/2007 |
Q: My 84-year old father just passed away. I never really remember him wearing suits, just polo shirts ...
A: Greetings - I am sorry your father has passed away. I suggest you dress your father in clothes that ...
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| Thank yous for Mass cards? | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find out if thank you notes are required for people who sent Mass cards. I will be ...
A: Dawn - You know, I have heard this question countless number of times. There are no requirements. ...
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| Burial questions | 10/13/2007 |
Q: My mother has moved away and owns two burial plots here where I still live. She wants to give them ...
A: I commend you for finding answers to your concerns ahead of time. It will make things much easier ...
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| Funeral Protocol | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I work at a diverse company with different nationalities and ethnic groups. We are trying to create ...
A: Unfortunately, I do not support funeral planning with protocol. Each family is going to have their ...
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| resending legal rights as next of kin | 9/27/2007 |
Q: My stepfather is dying of cancer. Hospic knows he doesn't have final arrangements. He has a natural ...
A: Greetings Joann - I am surprised that hospice does not have the final arrangements, at the least ...
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| hi | 9/11/2007 |
Q: what is pROMESSION?
A: A green method of body disposal is called promession, a hygienic form of body decomposition ...
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