FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is embalming?
Is embalming required upon death?
Doesn ' t everyone choose embalming?
When is embalming required?
What is immediate burial?
Can we have a funeral service for our loved one with the body present, and then have the body cremated afterwards?
What is a memorial service?
Do I have to purchase a casket for cremation?
Can I provide my own container for cremation?
What will be my payment options?

What is embalming?

Embalming is a process of chemically treating the dead human body to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, to retard organic decomposition, and to restore an acceptable physical appearance.

Is embalming required upon death?

No. The law does state however that if no embalming is performed, then the body must be immediately buried, or must be placed in a refrigeration unit within 24 hours after death.

Doesn 't everyone choose embalming?

No. Some reasons people choose not to embalm may include but not limited to: religious belief = s, personal reasons, or cost. Sometimes, depending on the manner in which death has occurred, certain things may not be an option. If this is the situation, your funeral director will visit with you and offer an explanation.

When is embalming required?

Embalming would be required and/or necessary whenever there is going to be public viewing and visitation, or a delayed burial. Such as with a traditional type of funeral service, the service would take place a few days after death. This would allow family and friends the opportunity to pay their last respects.

What is immediate burial?

This allows for burials immediately following death within a 24 hr. period. This is implemented when there will be no embalming.

Can we have a funeral service for our loved one with the body present, and then have the body cremated afterwards?

Yes. Upon death, your funeral director will ask for your permission to embalm and prepare the body for the funeral service. Since the body will be present for the funeral service, and the service will most likely take place a few days later, then embalming would be necessary.

What is a memorial service?

A memorial service is a service without the body present. This may take place when burial takes place before the service or when the body was cremated with services planned afterwards.

Do I have to purchase a casket for cremation?

No. However, in most cases it will be a requirement of the crematory to have the body placed in what is called a cremation tray. This cremation tray is made up of particle board, and cardboard. This allows for safe and dignified placing of the body into the cremation retort. There are caskets available if you would like to purchase a casket, but it is not required for this.

Can I provide my own container for cremation?

Yes. As long as it meets certain requirements, set forth by the funeral home and also the crematorium.

What will be my payment options?

At the time of the death, you will be required to provide payment in full. This can be done with cash, credit card (Mastercard, Visa), or with an life insurance with an assignment to the funeral home. If you plan to use the decedent = s life insurance, the funeral director will ask for the original policy so that we may contact the insurance company. Otherwise, if there was a prearranged funeral selected, your funeral director will advise of any additional costs at the time of need. Once again, your funeral director will be able to answer any questions at any time.

If you do not find an answer to your question, or simply do not find your question(s), please feel free to contact us at your convenience.
Wilson Funeral Home 405-262-3311.


Home History Preplanning Obituaries Cemeteries Resources Flower Shops FAQ Contact Us	FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: What is embalming? Is embalming required upon death? Doesn ' t everyone choose embalming? When is embalming required? What is immediate burial? Can we have a funeral service for our loved one with the body present, and then have the body cremated afterwards? What is a memorial service? Do I have to purchase a casket for cremation? Can I provide my own container for cremation? What will be my payment options? What is embalming? Embalming is a process of chemically treating the dead human body to reduce the presence and growth of microorganisms, to retard organic decomposition, and to restore an acceptable physical appearance. Is embalming required upon death? No. The law does state however that if no embalming is performed, then the body must be immediately buried, or must be placed in a refrigeration unit within 24 hours after death. Doesn 't everyone choose embalming? No. Some reasons people choose not to embalm may include but not limited to: religious belief = s, personal reasons, or cost. Sometimes, depending on the manner in which death has occurred, certain things may not be an option. If this is the situation, your funeral director will visit with you and offer an explanation. When is embalming required? Embalming would be required and/or necessary whenever there is going to be public viewing and visitation, or a delayed burial. Such as with a traditional type of funeral service, the service would take place a few days after death. This would allow family and friends the opportunity to pay their last respects. What is immediate burial? This allows for burials immediately following death within a 24 hr. period. This is implemented when there will be no embalming. Can we have a funeral service for our loved one with the body present, and then have the body cremated afterwards? Yes. Upon death, your funeral director will ask for your permission to embalm and prepare the body for the funeral service. Since the body will be present for the funeral service, and the service will most likely take place a few days later, then embalming would be necessary. What is a memorial service? A memorial service is a service without the body present. This may take place when burial takes place before the service or when the body was cremated with services planned afterwards. Do I have to purchase a casket for cremation? No. However, in most cases it will be a requirement of the crematory to have the body placed in what is called a cremation tray. This cremation tray is made up of particle board, and cardboard. This allows for safe and dignified placing of the body into the cremation retort. There are caskets available if you would like to purchase a casket, but it is not required for this. Can I provide my own container for cremation? Yes. As long as it meets certain requirements, set forth by the funeral home and also the crematorium. What will be my payment options? At the time of the death, you will be required to provide payment in full. This can be done with cash, credit card (Mastercard, Visa), or with an life insurance with an assignment to the funeral home. If you plan to use the decedent = s life insurance, the funeral director will ask for the original policy so that we may contact the insurance company. Otherwise, if there was a prearranged funeral selected, your funeral director will advise of any additional costs at the time of need. Once again, your funeral director will be able to answer any questions at any time. If you do not find an answer to your question, or simply do not find your question(s), please feel free to contact us at your convenience. Wilson Funeral Home 405-262-3311.