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FAQ: State of Maine – Is embalming required?

Posted on February 3, 2018 by CBBG

Embalming is a process in which blood is drained from the body and replaced with fluids that delay disintegration. Though it is still a common procedure, embalming is rarely necessary; refrigeration serves the same purpose. In Maine, if a body … Continue reading →

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Home Funerals Grow As Americans Skip The Mortician For Do-It-Yourself After-Death Care

Posted on January 28, 2013 by CBBG

A little over five years ago, Alison and Doug Kirk held their 9-year-old daughter’s hand as she lay on a futon in their Nashville living room, told her they loved her, and watched her take her last breath. The Kirks … Continue reading →

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