Who pays for funerals for the indigent?
Other than the family, there are veteran, union, and other [...]
What recourse does a consumer have for poor service or overcharging?
While most funeral homes provide outstanding services, sometimes things can [...]
Why are funerals so expensive?
In some respects, funerals are a lot like weddings or [...]
Has the cost of a funeral increased significantly?
Funeral costs have increased no faster than the consumer price [...]
How much does a funeral cost?
Funerals can cost as little as $1000 for a direct [...]
Is it possible to have a traditional funeral if someone dies of AIDS?
Yes, a person who dies of an AIDS-related illness is [...]
Can I have a visitation period and a funeral service if cremation is chosen?
Yes. Cremation does not preclude having a visitation period and [...]
Is cremation a substitute for a funeral?
No, cremation is an alternative to earth burial or entombment [...]
Is embalming mandatory by law?
No. But, certain factors of time, health and possible legal [...]
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body, retards the decomposition process, [...]