Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it. ~~Mark Twain
By John on Aug 22, 2008 in Culture, General, Society | 0 Comments
I’ve occasionally talked about my previous career working in the funeral service. Given that, any article about funeral homes tends to catch my eye, as did this AP report about unclaimed cremation ashes at funeral homes.
By John on Oct 31, 2007 in Culture | 0 Comments
I watched most of an excellent and touching Frontline episode last night on PBS. It was called The Undertaking. Thomas Lynch is a writer and poet in a small town in Michigan, and he’s also a funeral director. His family has been caring for the dead in his hometown for three generations. Given my background, this certainly caught my attention. I was not disappointed.
By John on Oct 26, 2007 in Culture, Family, Southern | 0 Comments
I read an article on MSNBC a few days back about a small but growing practice of “home funerals.” It’s touted as a way for people to reclaim their death rituals. Having been a funeral director in the past, the title certainly caught my eye.
By John on Jun 13, 2004 in Family, Politics, Presidency | 3 Comments
Ronald Reagan’s funeral is a time of reflection for all. While many disagree with his policies and agenda, there is no doubt he left a long lasting legacy.
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