The gremlins in Indiana are setting a new standard for abhorrent behavior. Burglaries are on the increase, and they’re apparently picking targets by reading obituaries. It’s always been a good idea to keep someone at the house during funeral home calling hours. Now it seems it’s a better idea. Sadly, I suspect we’re going to Read More
The Day Job
A Peek Into the Back Room
The New York Times has an interesting short piece about an embalmer in NYC. In my time around the funeral industry, I had occasion to visit prep rooms, and occasionally see bodies in there. Never had the opportunity to observe an embalming procedure.
An Appropriate Conveyance
Retired firefighters in Arizona are working to create an appropriate vehicle for firefighter funerals. Traditionally, a firefighter has apparatus in attendance at their funeral. In some cases, the truck is still used to carry the casket to the cemetery. But these days, with trucks costing over $500,000, and carrying much specialized equipment, it’s no longer Read More
Florida FH Investigated for Fraud
The Florida Division of Funeral, Cemetery & Consumer Services is investigating Rubin Memorial Chapel near Boynton Beach, Florida, for the third time in as many years. After audits in 2006 and 2007, both triggered by employee complaints, the state found that Rubin Memorial Chapel had overcharged customers at least 9 times, and was slow to Read More
Respect The Procession
They do in Port Huron, Michigan. Some don’t in Florida, though.