What's involved in preparing the body for viewing at a visitation or funeral?
The preparation of your deceased loved one can involve several different tasks. Each will be performed by one of our trained, licensed embalmers and restorative artists. The body is temporarily preserved by embalming, refrigeration or a combination of the two. It is washed, dressed and otherwise groomed, then placed in the chosen casket for viewing.
If it makes people uncomfortable, why is it necessary to view the body in the casket??
It's a way of confirming the fact that, indeed, your loved one has died; but it's also an opportunity to say your goodbyes. You may find it a cathartic time where you can quietly share a long-held secret, let go of any anger or resentment and otherwise come to terms with their death.
