Brotherwangchops (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

$12,000 for a casket, That's daylight robbery. When my Mum passed away in 2004 we built and decorated a casket for her. As she wanted to be cremated She did not want money to be wasted on something that was ultimately just going to be burnt. So many people who attended her funeral were touched by the fact that it was so much more personal. I still miss her.

ABPASupport (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

I want this for myself when it is my time to go

sas103 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

My auntie becky was buried at that chapel of chimes in cali. She didnt get an autopsy but was embalmed.

DanielR305 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

My nan died few months ago her funeral was a great send off, but what I heard it used her savings and most of will was used my nan really wouldn't really wanted us to have this distress but if the was more wiliness from funeral directors to accept this concept. Then it would be another option to cremation which my would of nan had but still cremation not a cheap option in the UK I think funeral directors make quite a profit I think people should shop around even look on the net too.

juniper30 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

Mrs. Bosch kinda reminds me of my grandma. I miss her. :,)

waynescooby (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

It is and always has been but the adaptation is a very difficult one but you are absolutely right. Serving those in need is our FIRST priority.

kirkifer (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

No, the industry needs to adapt. There always was and always will be a need for undertakers. Funeral directors should take pride in being there for the family and knowing you made the grieving process easier. Help the family heal. That should be job 1.

kirkifer (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

Yes, you have a valid point. I involve myself in pioneer cemetery restorations. It is discouraging to know how many of these small cemeteries are vandalized, plowed/paved over or simply lost to the woods. It is sick and disrespectful. It happens and it is not right. PBS Video did an excellent documentary called "a family undertaking." It focuses on very similar issues about the personal touch and the grieving process. Death is hard for many people but taking it more personally helps.

belbel1981 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

I love this concept, it brings it all into perspective with the quote "ashes to ashes, dust to dust"

foolbert (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

What I love is all of the "nay sayers" talking about California socialists and pot growers. YOU'RE ALL PEOPLE IN THE FUNERAL BUSINESS! So...uh...duh! Of course you're against green burial. It takes money out of your pockets. Stop trying to pretend you care about something deeper than your bank accounts.