Some people prefer to have a coffin built or build one him/herself. Some people prefer to have a coffin built or build one him/herself. The following information has been provided by Chuck Lakin who builds coffins to order which offers guide lines. The maximum height for coffins at Cedar brook Burial Ground is tweny four …
The following information is meant to clarify questions and concerns that have been asked recently. Cedar Brook Burial Ground is a green cemetery with the goal of preserving the area in its natural state,therefore the following regulations must be followed: 1. Only native plants are allowed. No geraniums, pansies, etc. or plastic flowers, or other ornamentation shall be …
Cremation. No law requires a casket for cremation. On the contrary, federal law requires a funeral home or crematory to inform you that you may use an alternative container, and to make such containers available to you. An alternative container may be made of unfinished wood, pressed wood, fiberboard, or cardboard. https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/burial-cremation-laws-maine.html#7
Join Greenbelt for a free community film screening and facilitated discussion on the emerging topic of Green (or Natural) Burial. Thursday, March 17, 6:00 – 8:00pm Sawyer Free Library Friend Conference Room 2 Dale Avenue, Gloucester MA 01930 Capacity is limited to 50 people. Light refreshments provided. Go to web page to reserve a place. …
Rights differ from state to state. Your Funeral Consumer Rights in Maine 2013 Funeral Ethics Organization 87 Upper Access Rd. Hinesburg, VT 05461 funeralethics.org For complete information on the State of Maine regulations and for other states visit: http://www.funerals.org Funeral Arrangements You may name an agent for body disposition if you want someone other than your …
Living Tree by Robert Morgan : The Poetry Foundation. This lovely poem lead a couple to Cedar Brook Burial Ground.
Funeral Consumers Alliance of Maine (FCAM) is a non-profit, all volunteer, educational organization dedicated to helping members make informed decisions about after-death arrangements that are dignified, meaningful, and affordable. The following was included in their June Newsletter Peter McHugh’s Death We are sorry to hear of the death of Peter F. McHugh of Limington, Maine. …
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Environmentally conscious Americans are opting for ecofriendly “green” funerals.
Visitors are welcome to tour the grounds. For a tour of the grounds or a brochure, call Joyce Foley at 207.637.2085, email at CBBG@MaineGreenCemetery.com or request information by mail: Cedar Brook Burial Ground, 175 Boothby Rd, Limington, ME 04049-3019
