Brian Wood, the owner of Wood Funeral Home, and Nicole Keller, the Crematory Operations Manager, give us an inside look at how the cremation center works.
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@ssweeps2 жыл бұрын
When my mother was cremated, she had a pacemaker. It was given back to me. The University of Michigan wanted it. They sent me a FedEx envelope. I sent it to them. They recalibrate it, and gave it to someone else. It is very costly...22k. Someone who couldn't afford it got it for free! Wow! Amazing.
@carmenHernandez-jg1kk2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the info.
@anncastro85332 жыл бұрын
Oh my! I’m on my second Pacemaker! I have Heart Failure of the Muscle! Second one has the defibrillator on it! That’s not right our insurance paid for that! I know they must be very expensive! The paperwork for my first one I guess it was because it was an emergency I was in Trauma all night then they had to get it in fast when they got me to the Heart Institute of the hospital because I was getting worse! That one without the price of the Pacemaker was over a Million $ The second one was over 300 Thousand! Thank God I have Medicare!
@2eleven482 жыл бұрын
I have to say that it constantly bewilders me the cost of treatment in the US - in this case, a pacemaker. No doubt Americans know that we pay through our taxes on earnings for any medical attention. It stops there. My neighbour had recently had a pacemaker installed, and the cost of that was zero. There would be follow-ups, and perhaps a replacement pacemaker installed at a later date. All that would also be zero in cost. I simply don't know how people cope financially, even with insurance. Robert, UK.
@2eleven482 жыл бұрын
Sorry. This is where you-tube sometimes fucks-up. This was meant for another channel. Will need to reload.....
@2eleven482 жыл бұрын
Sorry. You-tube has messed-up again. Wrong channel.
@emeraldcochran12432 жыл бұрын
I’m too emotional for this type of work , I can’t be a funeral director I will cry for every service . I salute you all . 💕
@trudy2272 жыл бұрын
I agree ☝🏾 with you, much respect ✊🏾 💕
@SquawkCode2 жыл бұрын
I worked in a funeral home for 8 years. Most deaths happen at the conclusion of a long and well lived life. There was only one funeral that really got me (still to this day when I think about it).It was a young mother whose children and husband spent about 90 minutes viewing her in the church after the funeral and they couldn't let go or say goodbye. All of their family and friends were waiting in the parking lot for the procession to the cemetery. There was a huge display of roses that said "MOMMY" on the ribbon. 😥 At another, a single father had died and his two young children and his parents walked up the aisle of a cathedral holding the casket. That was tough but instead of hiding the kids they let them participate and they'll always remember that they were there for their dad to the very end.
@juliashultz9492 жыл бұрын
I agree with you
@joaquimrodriguez89612 жыл бұрын
I would love to have that type of job!
@AntonioJLee2 жыл бұрын
Me too! I’m too much of an empath for it!!
@raw100ugly-truthteller49 ай бұрын
Great video! Just keep in mind folks... you DO NOT have to have your loved ones embalmed before they get cremated. Save your money.
@Coasterdude021496 ай бұрын
I was told that too and the funeral parlous refused...They soaked me for almost 10K to cremate my dad in 2016...I paid roughly the same for my mum who was buried in 2003. I got taken advantage of....and was too out of it emotionally to protest and fight back.
@barbarafrancis61036 ай бұрын
Sad most people choose cremation because of the cost of ah burial,this was the cost of a burial
@dudemorris77695 ай бұрын
Absolutely that’s why you have the body sent to the crematorium and not the funeral home.
@dudemorris77695 ай бұрын
@@Coasterdude02149it’s $1000 for cremation & the cost of the urn if you skip the funeral home. Body goes straight to the crematory.
@jenniferfatzinger77145 ай бұрын
My mom was cremated in a funeral home I think. I heard it was cheaper and better to get cremated rather than burial. My dad and I still have my mom’s ashes in an urn in a cupboard. We plan to put my mom’s ashes in our churches columbarium that we bought not too long ago.
@Lisabug26592 жыл бұрын
There is no way I could witness my son’s cremation. We spent a week saying goodbyes. He donated organs saving five lives after taken off life support. The crematory was excellent and quite impressive. The people were professional and caring.
@Godwinpounds4333 Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 how are you doing?
@redblade8160 Жыл бұрын
Lisa Gunnison. Did you enjoy it like a fireworks display?
@Ema-fm5zy Жыл бұрын
@@redblade8160 wtf?
@malagarava4451 Жыл бұрын
@@Godwinpounds4333 OMG
@charlottecunningham2141 Жыл бұрын
@@redblade8160😡
@camillawolfe59892 жыл бұрын
I myself am choosing no one present. It is just my shell of flesh. My Spirit/Soul will be in Heaven. Rejoice and be happy for me, not sad
@brendajones91102 жыл бұрын
Amen
@ministerjbradley2 жыл бұрын
We dont go straight to heaven after dying according to scripture
@joaquimrodriguez89612 жыл бұрын
No not really! According to the Bible. No one goes to heaven. Just Jesus went, you and I stay here.. John 3:13
@ministerjbradley2 жыл бұрын
@@joaquimrodriguez8961 yes until Jesus returns. You have that correct. John 14:1-2
@ministerjbradley2 жыл бұрын
@@joaquimrodriguez8961 yes until Jesus returns. You have that correct. John 14:1-2
@yuhyaboi46086 ай бұрын
This helps so much, me and my wife just lost our week old baby… she was born premature and tried really hard to fight off her infections, we love you so much Delilah, I’m so sorry you had to endure that pain.. we will be cremating you, and you will travel with us till we pass❤️
@alexiaramos40996 ай бұрын
From one angel parent to another it doesn’t get easier. Your mind wonders, and just thinks of what could’ve been you’ll find happiness. Just hold onto your wife let her know she did nothing wrong kiss her a little more, be a little kinder. She needs you most right now. Your sweet girl is perfect and will always be. 🩷
@OLGA-qx2md6 ай бұрын
Őszinte részvétem a családnak!😢
@sidneywedge24776 ай бұрын
I am so sorry for you and your wife’s loss. My heart aches for you. 😢 Sending you good vibes! ~~~
@amberlyb94345 ай бұрын
Praying for you ❤
@user-pm1yd5sl2q4 ай бұрын
So sorry for your loss.... deepest condolences and prayers. 😓
@mrt27342 жыл бұрын
My father was cremated, but me and all my siblings watched him take his last breath in Hospice. I miss him so much he departed this earth at the age of 75 from stage 4 cancer. His ashes was poured into the ocean. Those was his wishes, we all honored them.
@Voltomess6 ай бұрын
Shame on you and your siblings...he raised you and none of you had a TIME? to let him die in your or your sibling's house? but in hospice?that's how you thank him for raising you? you are disgusting.
@MZ412BABY9 ай бұрын
MY MOMMY WAS CREMATED A COUPLE MONTHS AGO. I STARED AT THIS VIDEO FOR A LONG WHILE BEFORE CLICKED. 😢 I DON'T KNOW IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ABLE TO FLIP THE SWITCH. I MISS YOU MA😪
@nathancruz91723 ай бұрын
I lost my mom, too.
@MZ412BABY3 ай бұрын
@@nathancruz9172 My condolences
@nathancruz91723 ай бұрын
@@MZ412BABY thank you.
@Jackie_2653 ай бұрын
My condolences 💐
@MZ412BABY3 ай бұрын
@@Jackie_265 Thank you
@Dallas-Nyberg2 жыл бұрын
My 36 yo daughter was cremated a few days ago. The people operating the crematorium were very professional and caring. Due to covid restrictions here in Australia, I was unable to travel to be there for her. I know she was in good hands. It is interesting to know the general procedures involved. Thank you for sharing this video. RIP Janine - forever in my heart.
@melanieaveryeasthope39802 жыл бұрын
My condolences
@Dallas-Nyberg2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Melanie.
@robinmorelli87592 жыл бұрын
@@Dallas-Nyberg I'm so sorry for your loss.
@Dallas-Nyberg2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Robin.
@robinmorelli87592 жыл бұрын
@@Dallas-Nyberg of course, be strong!
@grantwillison66682 жыл бұрын
My dad was a trucker and so am I. Dad loved trucking very much so after his cremation dads urn is here is this peterbilt truck because we have also ran team together (2 truckers one truck 24/7) as father and son. Dad was retired and our last lunch together was in a 2017 peterbilt where he said he wished he was still trucking down the road so in my heart I feel that he is loving trucking again. Call me sentimental but dad STILL has his own key because old truckers don't die they just downshift. His name is Eugene Vern Willison and he was one of the best with approximately 3 million miles. R.I.P. dad and please save me a parking stall at the truck stop in heaven. ❤
@josephcolon54052 жыл бұрын
Your dad is very happy to see you are ok......A good spirit never dies...He is alive in spirit and sees everything.
@cababyboomerq60122 жыл бұрын
That is a great story. Thanks for sharing it. I think that kind of story comforts you….and your dad. Because I believe that he knows.
@joeybrownmedia2 жыл бұрын
Love this. Thank you.
@michelefalco61302 жыл бұрын
Beautiful 😍 You are a good son.. Thx for sharing 🙏💞
@yvonnegunn4148 Жыл бұрын
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@chief71747 ай бұрын
My wife and I are going through this process with her dad. He passed on Dec 22nd and will be cremated in the coming days. I am so glad I came across this video. Thank you for taking the time to explain the process.
@gcchair76346 ай бұрын
My condolences to you and your family. My 40 yr old daughter died on Christmas and we had her cremated in January. We had a memorial service on Jan 19. In between time her son wanted to see the body so we went. (I was there when she passed in the hospital) I thought after the service it would be real to me but it still isn’t. She was in the hospital on and off for 3 years so it feels the same at the house. I don’t think that I could watch this process it’s would be too hard. (My daughter had open heart surgery and a hip replacement, she had bots and plates where her pelvis was shattered)
@chief71746 ай бұрын
My condolences to you as well. I agree, it would be different if the one inside was a loved one. Only a month and a half and i still look and sometimes catch myself staring where he sat. We are in the process of deciding weather we will inter both my in-laws or wait. When my wife's grandad passed he left to 2 plots. My father in-law didn't do the paperwork to get them in his name. So my wife and I are. Most likely going to inter her parents and my wife and I (when we are cremated) next to them.@@gcchair7634
@realnurse2696 Жыл бұрын
I lost my dad 4 years ago, and we honored his wish to be cremated. To allow the family to be involved is so incredibly touching. How I wish we had that option.
@redblade8160 Жыл бұрын
Realnurse26. Of course you lost your dad after you cremated him - did you expect him to still be alive after that?
@ilovepinktacos Жыл бұрын
Families have been involved in the Hindu cremations. Just ask the funeral director prior to the service.
@redblade8160 Жыл бұрын
@@ilovepinktacos I don't need to ask the funeral director, I believe you!
@michaelparker8015 Жыл бұрын
My Dad passed away 2 years ago and his wish was to be cremated which he was.I rather him be buried.I lost both parents in a 3 year span both of my parents were in their mid 50's also : (
@mikedenison1216 ай бұрын
Hello how're you doing?
@melissaconnellyjones26222 жыл бұрын
Very impressed by the level of care you give to the deceased and their families, thank you for sharing.
@carrieannkouri21512 жыл бұрын
The crematoriums where my parents were cremated didn’t offer the opportunity to be present. Thank you for offering the families this.
@suzannaj38342 жыл бұрын
Same when my dad was cremated. I would want to be with my mom til the end.
@billman63642 жыл бұрын
they dont OFFER you have to ask for it
@paulphass57374 ай бұрын
I spent what was the saddest day of my life with my wife of 60 years before she was created and I was with her for her last four hours. God bless all of you
@otterfan32134 ай бұрын
I attended both my father's and mother's cremation, start to finish. It was the least I could do for the people who gave me life. Thank you very much for explaining the cremation process so thoroughly. While I knew what was going to happen to them both, it's still comforting to know that the people who take care of their remains extend an extreme amount of respect.
@heidifisk28302 жыл бұрын
I had no idea the family could be present during a cremation. Very interesting piece. Thanks for doing this, quite educational.
@MISSUNIVERSE18302 жыл бұрын
Yes, its been going on for a few decades now, but not all funeral homes have that policy
@jenniferlangan4782 жыл бұрын
I think most places charge extra for it, but yes you can.
@youtube.silenced.m2 жыл бұрын
I too did not know that. That's interesting
@REMNANTRising20052 жыл бұрын
Yea that's just too much I don't think i could watch that I would have trauma
@JanesBlonde-0072 жыл бұрын
I agree ☝️
@sarahlewry70472 жыл бұрын
What an immaculately kept facility with superbly caring, ultra competent and professional staff. We can all hope to have as proper a send off as this. Thank you for taking such care of loved ones. I’m sure this is somewhere few of us ever see and never even consider. I also learned so much.
@joaquimrodriguez89612 жыл бұрын
In the end it doesn't really matter. You don't take those thoughts with you. All is forgotten in death.
@bryanadamik98922 жыл бұрын
@@joaquimrodriguez8961 I don't think that you were thinking when you said that. My mom passed away in 2013 and I'm always thinking of her from time to time. I don't like the thought of your body being burned after you die. Both of my parents were buried naturally in a cemetery. I wish that the same would be as me. I just can't be reconciled to the fact that I probably won't be buried naturally because I can't afford a natural burial.
@jaybajan Жыл бұрын
My granny was cremated On Tuesday June 27 2023, I love you Granny. You were a big part of my life. Myself and my family will always remember you and have love for you. If there's really a place that we all go after life, I can only hope that wherever you are. That you are at total peace and feel love . Until we meet again. I Love you always and I will never forget you.
@lindacrabtree52282 ай бұрын
My baby daughter who is married with four small children just graduated in November to be a funeral director Etc I came across these videos accidentally and decided to watch them even though I already knew what was going to happen I couldn't help myself she doesn't have a clue how proud I am of her because she washer and her mind that I expected her to be a nurse or something in the health field because I always was, nothing made me happier than to helped an elderly or sick person. I only wish I could truly make her understand how proud I am of her because I know this type of work cannot possibly be easy her grandpa, my dad died in our home I was up all night long with him and at the very end ran around the entire house waking everybody up so they could be with him at his last breath little did I know that when she grew up her mission in life was to make sure that the deceased received the decent and proper treatment she felt they and their family deserved. So I think we should all be thankful for these type of people that have the Inner Strength to do whatever it is they have to do to make that person's family feel better! Thank you Katie for being Who and what You Are to the world!
@demetricchapman460Ай бұрын
❤ 🙏🏽
@chrismayer39192 жыл бұрын
My Dad died from COVID-19 and was cremated like he’d asked to be. R.I.P. Pop; I miss you terribly 😭
@MariposaPR Жыл бұрын
🙏🏼🕊
@ChristieNJ Жыл бұрын
I’m so sorry 😢😢😢
@Oberbazillus Жыл бұрын
So sorry for your loss, rip to your dad🙏
@deborahrowland4264 Жыл бұрын
Chris Mayor,. So sorry for your lost, 🙏🙏
@deborahrowland4264 Жыл бұрын
🙏🙏. Chris he's in peace,
@vondapearson1402 жыл бұрын
I needed this. I just cremated my brother. My mom was cremated in 2010. This was so peaceful to me. The care in taking care of love ones. Thanks for educating us.
@bobbysmela39422 жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss
@josephsingapore87422 жыл бұрын
Sad
@ganymeade5151 Жыл бұрын
Cremation is good for the environment as burial grounds are running out of space.
@2KCamaroZ28SS Жыл бұрын
You did it yourself? That's pretty gangster not gonna lie
@redblade8160 Жыл бұрын
Vonda Pearson. Were they still alive when you committed this heinous act?
@anncastro85332 жыл бұрын
When my mom passed in the hospital my sister and I were standing on a small balcony outside where her room was! They were attempting to take her off the ventilator and putting in a trakeiotompy! All of a sudden we felt a big gust of wind and both of us felt something touch us hard! We knew she had passed and that was her soul!
@HugeHeart132 жыл бұрын
WOWWWWWWW!!!! That’s such a gift from the divine. Omgosh how beautiful!!! And how amazing that you knew what that was!!!!
@soldozer2 жыл бұрын
Just your imagination.
@brushcountry63612 жыл бұрын
YES !!!
@tinabailey31702 жыл бұрын
That happened to me when my granny died , beautiful blessings
@anncastro85332 жыл бұрын
@@tinabailey3170 I know my mom did that to show us that “Yes” your soul leaves the body!My family and I moved in with my dad after she passed! I was home alone and the front door opened! I waited a few seconds and walked to the front door it was locked! I walked in to the kitchen and I just could feel a presence I turned it was my mom with a robe she wore to dye her hair! It wasn’t a solid form of her is was like you see in the movies when someone that is dead appears! She also called me on the phone said my name and then her voice faded away! Sorry to tell you my story but I felt you would believe me!
@daisyweisbein37422 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information. My mom was cremated due to her wishes therefore your information was very helpful. Respectfully done and comforting. Thank you for your service.
@susaninpgh6 ай бұрын
Thank you for the sensible description of the cremation process.
@justlooking47712 жыл бұрын
Aww...she sounds nervous. Don't be! My father AND grandather were funeral directors, I'm third generation raised in the funeral home they ran. Your services are deeply respected and it takes a special, special calling. Thank you for being there for the families in their time of need. ❤️🙏❤️
@sallydeppe85752 жыл бұрын
In my high school, the son of a funeral home owner would bring in empty caskets, not totally sure why.
@kathyclark82742 жыл бұрын
To me the work they do is not just a special calling, it's a ministry.
@paulbunyun44792 жыл бұрын
funeral directors are good actors, they will try take every penny you have...they pray on your emotions $$$$$$$
@pjpj34162 жыл бұрын
@@paulbunyun4479 *prey
@paulbunyun44792 жыл бұрын
@@pjpj3416 thanks
@mdouglaswray2 жыл бұрын
I would have loved to be present when my wife Marilyn was cremated. It's such a final moment. Kudos to you folks for not only allowing this but encouraging it and allowing the families to have full closure. I love to see death being demystified, it's part of life. My granddaughter has always been taught a rhyme that begins 'Everything lives, everything dies, everything laughs, everything cries.' to help begin that learning process.
@kathyclark82742 жыл бұрын
I like that little dittie. All living things must eventually die. It's the circle of life.
@MsNiesh19842 жыл бұрын
Love that,it’s so true 💜
@SquawkCode2 жыл бұрын
You are 100% correct. I'm sorry for your loss.
@alparker59182 жыл бұрын
Death is not part of life. Life is living. Death is non-living. Capiche?
@deniellevazquez43462 жыл бұрын
@@alparker5918 death is in fact part of the livings lives!
@margaretalmodovar84012 жыл бұрын
I was present for my mom's cremation and found it to be a very hard experience. She was placed in front of the glass for last farewell. Then saw her go into the chamber. Mom was so petite her urn was ready in 2 1/2 hours. She lives in my heart always!
@joannafuentes8018 Жыл бұрын
My grandmother which was everything to me is getting cremated this Monday, and I still can’t decide wether I can be there or not 😢
@cookieseville5133 Жыл бұрын
Margaret, so very sorry about your mom. The cremation makes me think as to what you wrote. I too will be getting cremated and I’am also petite. Still scarey for me. Don’t know why I’am watching this. I scared of dying.scared of being buried or cremated. I did choose cremation. Thank you for writing what you did. Again I’am very sorry. My mom passed away 13 years ago and I still cannot except it or my dad. Bless you for having the strength to even write what it was like.
@hollywalsh161920 күн бұрын
Does the coffin go in too? Or just the body? My condolences
@dianabj8092 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for explaining this. I was a bit afraid and nearly swiped your page up and then I decided to take a brave look. I'm glad I did. Many many thanks. From UK. 👍🏻
@Volkslady2 жыл бұрын
I chose not to watch my husband’s preparation and placement for cremation. I knew he was in good hands. It was just a relief to be able to bring his urn home rather than putting him into the ground. 💔
@janiecapri99052 жыл бұрын
No child should be able to watch that I would never want to watch my mother be burned up it's disgusting and I don't want ashes of her body in my house that is not my mother my mother so is in heaven not in a box on the fireplace I think it's gross that's my opinion I talk to my mom everyday not to a box with ashes in it
@verucasalt23912 жыл бұрын
@@janiecapri9905 Your comment isn’t appropriate. This woman stated how she coped with the loss of her husband. Instead of giving your condolences, you judged her decision. Not cool.
@lillianmolina37052 жыл бұрын
My condolences to you and family.
@RG-hf4et2 жыл бұрын
@@janiecapri9905 Stop with the lecture & judging people The purpose of this video is to help people. If they think they want to explore this option, here is the information.
@sherrywarner3832 жыл бұрын
@@verucasalt2391 Amen....I feel exactly the same way. I can't believe that any law would allow anyone to view this!!! Horrible!!
@lisajel522 жыл бұрын
This is great! It’s something people want to know about but are uncomfortable asking. Thank you!
@tsimpson0072 жыл бұрын
Thak you my wife of 44 years was cremated and I was way to upset to know what was done. This helps a lot. God Bless
@darlingusa2pettee572 жыл бұрын
I would like to think all funeral homes are as caring and professional as this one. We have to be diligent even with services such as these. A funeral home a few years back was found to have dumped the bodies in the woods behind the establishment instead of cremation as promised. The same shenanigans with a burial when a daughter went to visit her mother's grave, it was found open and the mother's body was missing. When we find a good service of any type, it would do everyone well to spread that good business's name for the peace of mind for all. And likewise for the bad ones. This is one of those good places. An ideal for all businesses to follow. Thank you for this.
@RobertA-jw4pe2 жыл бұрын
Amazing how clean and organized everything is
@TSUNAMI-MAMI2 жыл бұрын
Think of it this way, it’s basically a science lab. There are operating procedures and requirements.
@robertgreen99802 жыл бұрын
I'm curious, if not clean and organized, what were your expectations?
@kevinmchale56602 жыл бұрын
@@robertgreen9980 pretty sure the average one that the public never sees is fairly industrial looking and not all shiny. Think warehouse with industrial ovens that have been used thousands of times over the years. A quick youtube search will show an example of it.
@robertgreen99802 жыл бұрын
@@kevinmchale5660 I get what you're saying. Yes they could be old ovens, yet the the whole room can be clean and organized.
@robertgreen99802 жыл бұрын
@@kevinmchale5660 meaning shinny doesn't necessarily equal "clean and organized"
@therhino96612 жыл бұрын
This is the kind of educational video that doesn't deserve a simple, 'Like', for it. KZbin should add a Heart option for the compassion that goes into creating such an informational video. Thank you for letting me know what will happen to me when I finally pass
@dylanblack87142 жыл бұрын
I say give us the dislikes back first
@dianneprew7321 Жыл бұрын
Yes I concur 💖 This is a very informative video that is being produced by compassionate people in a sensitive professional way for the sake of the loved ones who stay to experience such procedure 🙏🏻 #heartthevideo
@user-uk5ge3vm1r5 ай бұрын
Really appreciate your seriousness and tact in describing these processes to us. Thank you very much.
@amyk30202 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for a wonderful explanation of The cremation service. As a hospice nurse I have had a very brief understanding of what took place and I was very pleased with your content. Had no idea about temperatures or a couple of other items that were mentioned. I was very curious about the exhaust from a crematorium but I think you alleviated my further questions. Thank you so much
@kathleenardrey50942 жыл бұрын
Thank you to Brian and Nicole. What kind, professional folks you two are. I only hope when I am cremated that I am in the care of people like you. I didn't want to view this video, but now I'm feeling more comfortable. Thank you again for the grace and peace you bring to a somber time.
@vanilittlestar63572 жыл бұрын
Wow. I wish that all crematoriums would use the same system. I wasn't able to be there for my mom or dad. Being there till the end means a lot to many people. Thank you for this video.
@2doodledo2 жыл бұрын
This is great info! Tysm! Our family has decided on cremation & this video answered numerous questions. So glad family may be present.
@artchem12 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You are a very sensitive person, whom works with Cremation. I so appreciate how much you are soft spoken, and how much you truly care about the person you are Creamating.. Thank you so very much...
@louettesommers85942 жыл бұрын
In 1978 our 3 year old son died of leukemia. We had his body cremated. In those days they didn’t allow anyone to stay. I’m very thankful that they did make an exception and allowed my husband and I stay. I was very thankful for that.
@johnnyyeahyeah0074 ай бұрын
Prayers for your sad and tragic loss. I can't imagine the pain.
@louettesommers85944 ай бұрын
@@johnnyyeahyeah007 Thank you very much. God bless you for your kind words.
@stephanieporter35492 жыл бұрын
Ugh this hurts and hits home. My brother passed away in 2016 and thank you all for the love and kindness to the families. They need you more than you know. I sure couldn’t do this. I can be a support system outside of this. Bless you all.
@michelefalco61302 жыл бұрын
@@markaralvin5545 SCAMMER
@mamamoore3474 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your wonderfully made video. I was a bit worried with my son asking to carry out his wishes, because I often wonder what procedures would be taking place and you've answered every one of my thoughts. I thank you so very much. It's truly good to know that you take pride in your business of making the love ones family feel as if their apart of everything. I would want to know and see to it that my sons were respected all the way to the end. Thank you very mucb!
@John-rw2zf2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. I never knew exactly what was involved in the cremation process. This was a very educational presentation and very professional. It helps take away some of the anxiety. Not knowing about some things can be harder to live with. Thanks again.
@HotPeridot22 жыл бұрын
Very interesting - I recently lost my husband and had him cremated - now I know how the whole process works (different than it was decades ago). Thank you for doing this as an informative video for the families and friends who want to know the process involved in cremation.
@FriendM20102 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this video. I’m 63 and it’s one of those “How do they do that” subjects that is nice to know. Had no idea a family can be present start to finish.
@sandymoonstone8552 жыл бұрын
Life ; fat bodies must create a lot of fire
@TheHandystanley Жыл бұрын
We unexpectedly lost our 23 year old son four years ago this coming December and we had him cremated. We still have his ashes. Thank you for this video as I always wondered how "respectful" he was treated in addition to the cremation process. Whenever I drive into northern Portland, OR I pass the crematorium, which is off Highway 84. We were not allowed (I believe) to be there. Again, thank you.
@heidiportee-oheir1257 ай бұрын
Thanks for explaining this process..my husband is being cremated today…he passed from stage 4 cancer
@mikedenison1216 ай бұрын
Hello how're you doing?
@lorikulstad93202 жыл бұрын
I'm all for cremation but I can't imagine anyone would want to see their loved one engulfed in flames. It seems like extra trauma at an emotional time.
@TSUNAMI-MAMI2 жыл бұрын
They do not see the flames at all. They see them being loaded and the door closes shut.
@DandyParrott2 жыл бұрын
It is my understanding that the body is not "engulfed" in flames, but rather, the heat being so intense completely dehydrates and breaks down the entire body.
@chinneynz78612 жыл бұрын
I prefer this to being eaten by maggots.
@mza.282 жыл бұрын
@@chinneynz7861 ur in a coffin. There are no maggots there..
@DandyParrott2 жыл бұрын
@@mza.28 I think the intended phrasing might really be, "This is preferable than slowly decaying"
@ameliasparkles132 жыл бұрын
Fascinating, very cool of you guys to share this. This is how things should be for the bereaved every time. Your level of care in this facility is top notch and sets a precedent of excellence.
@grandmaisback6052 Жыл бұрын
Thank you.. it took me two attempts to watch this video, but I was determined to see it through. I am going to be cremated when I pass and just wanted to see what happened, but of course it is confronting... You made it easier and I thank you for this. I feel comforted now that it is this easy and this carefully done. Well done for putting this up for those of us who need to see this.
@jackiewheeler99142 жыл бұрын
Yes thank you for sharing this information it seems as more ppl are going this way...so Bless you and your staff for your services.🌹
@christinecullen76802 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fascinating . I was unaware that families could be involved in the process. This was not offered when my mother was cremated. You are doing a wonderful job and thank you for this insight into the process
@A10TOES2 жыл бұрын
When my husband was cremated after the showing I wasn’t offered that, I guess they thought I wouldn’t want to.
@mcrchickenluvr2 жыл бұрын
I’m not even sure this was a thing when my grandfather passed away. Granted, that was 25 years ago this April. But I feel like if it would’ve been offered then it might’ve helped my sister and I more in the healing process.
@Nathan93Baker2 жыл бұрын
Depends on the funeral home. Each have their own policies.
@karenjarrett5292 жыл бұрын
I didn't know the family could be present to watch even though I don't think I could watch. My husband just passed away from a sudden very painful death Feb 4th 2022
@christinecullen76802 жыл бұрын
@@karenjarrett529 so sorry for this Karen
@ericahensley02 жыл бұрын
Their place sounds very well taken care of!
@tjbrat442 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm very impressed with how clean it is
@Hotmamafox137 ай бұрын
To all the people that post about there love ones that gone through this god bless ❤❤ and much love ❤️. Thank you for sharing this with us
@OG-GenX065 Жыл бұрын
This is really great that familys are allowed to watch. The same as we watch our loved ones buried. This is what I would want for myself.
@Godwinpounds4333 Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 how are you doing?
@susanoswalt11692 жыл бұрын
I can see were family would want to be there. With so many mortuary not following through with cremation or loosing the ashes. Pleased to know there are people out there like yall that care
@joaquimrodriguez89612 жыл бұрын
Well? They are being payed. Nothing is free
@Sunshineywytch2 жыл бұрын
Both my parents and my husband were all cremated and when it's my time to go my sons have all been told I want to be cremated as well so this was very informative for me. Thank you for sharing this.
@joaquimrodriguez89612 жыл бұрын
Have you chosen the person who's going to give you the final push into the flames?
@barbwhitcomb83952 жыл бұрын
@Jeffrey Ellsworth wow! That remark is totally uncalled for!!
@barbarahill91762 жыл бұрын
@@barbwhitcomb8395 Both Jeffery & Joaquim are hateful trolls with nothing better to do. Bad intent will come back to haunt them.
@barbwhitcomb83952 жыл бұрын
@@barbarahill9176 ok....I gotta agree with u on that!!
@jamess.merritt53532 жыл бұрын
Is thier a good way to see 👀that cremation can be permanently banned and instead let's bury our loved-ones because God very strictly bans cremation and will punish those who choose cremation by not allowing thier bodies to be resseructed which means that those who choose to be cremated will be punished by being sent straight to the fiery depths of hell let's get law's put in place making cremation a felony meaning that those surviving family members will be punished by being sent to prison for violating and breaking laws by having thier loved-ones cremated, I myself want to see that cremation is made a criminal act and the law will force people to choose burial instead of being cremated and if I could have my way I would personally see to it that all crematorium's are permanently banned and closed down for good and by the way God does not condone cremation and he will punish those who choose to be cremated this is why thier are cemeteries to bury people and not cremate them which as it says in the Bible the person who is cremated is ineligible and will not be resseructed on resurrection day so find a way to permanently stop and ban cremation here in America and around the world.
@kellilarson3704 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much!! So many questions I didn’t know I had were answered. What a great news story!!
@deborahabernathy1757 Жыл бұрын
These people are so caring and respectful not only of the deceased but of the family. God Bless You All and of the deceased and their family!
@sololuisvlogs2 жыл бұрын
Why am I watching this ? I’m not dead yet.
@pjpj34162 жыл бұрын
That's why you're watching it, you and me both. Lol
@rhondaunger65822 жыл бұрын
I had my 35 year-old son cremated after he passed away in 2016 and I had no idea it was such a detailed process I know that the funeral home guarded the body and the urn until I signed for it and went out the door with the urn they were very serious about no one getting ahold of the remains this was very educational
@gabesnana142 жыл бұрын
@David Scott I plan to be cremated. This was very enlightening. I didn't know that the family could be there. Thank you for the information.
@claudiareid92652 жыл бұрын
Where my husband was cremated they gave us a choice to stay but I couldn't because it was hard enough with his passing. Picking up his ashes made it real that he was gone. I give these people so much credit for what they do. I just couldn't work for a funeral company
@sandraray76662 жыл бұрын
This is fantastic & vital information. I have cancer & this is so helpful with decisions I am making right now. Thank you so much for making this available!!
@ellenflanagan2220 Жыл бұрын
Wishing you strength and peace.
@mcrchickenluvr2 жыл бұрын
I wish all funeral homes offered services like yours. My friend Jake passed away from leukemia last year. His wife and parents were offered the chance for us to view the cremation. It helped give us a chance to come to terms with his passing and start our healing. It was a major blessing to have that experience.
@NoNo-lw4gy2 жыл бұрын
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@emmaedele17542 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved this!! Very informative my grandmother's were cremated I always was curious... we need more of these...we all want to learn behind the scenes
@henrysmith1802 жыл бұрын
Check out the channel Ask A Mortician
@emmaedele17542 жыл бұрын
@@henrysmith180 already watch her videos lol 😆 love her channel too
@deniellevazquez43462 жыл бұрын
All you have to do is Google or KZbin videos of it. Hundreds of not thousands of videos of cremations
@thumbelina292 жыл бұрын
Kari the mortician is also a great channel to subscribe to, I see someone else has mentioned Ask a mortician
@kimberlybolton32042 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing. Very professional and empathetic. God bless you.
@mynameischucky.charlesleer4363 Жыл бұрын
You have a very nice funeral and I’m so glad that you serve the public keep up the good work rest in peace to anybody that we lost our loved ones🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🙏🏾
@havanesefan71372 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful thing for the funeral home to offer this service for those who wish to participate!
@brendadrumm94512 жыл бұрын
What a strange world it is now come and view one of my family being burnt it can't get much stupid
@guynellecabe8416 Жыл бұрын
! Up
@jeannemarie59082 жыл бұрын
Nate & Wood Mortuary - thank you!! This is so very interesting! 🙏
@Godwinpounds4333 Жыл бұрын
Hi how are you doing?
@joancoleman12282 жыл бұрын
Several years ago, I was driving home and passed a funeral home. There was a big plume of block smoke coming out of the stack. It made me sad. I’m glad that the smoke management technology now allows clear smoke to be released. Thank you.
@bunnymomjulie67192 жыл бұрын
Thirty years ago, my nursing school was next door to a funeral home. You could definitely smell that something was happening with the crematory. Being there around it every day, it became a very distinct recognizable smell. I hope that doesn't happen anymore either with the new technology. It is interesting to learn that cremated remains are really powdered bones.
@Black.Sabbath Жыл бұрын
Can't have been legal
@the_gold_canopy2 жыл бұрын
That’s actually a really clean, organized, and respectable venue. Well done! 🔥
@happeedaze12 жыл бұрын
Really appreciate having been provided this knowledge. I hope there is a crematorium here that is as professional and caring. Thank you so much for sharing💛 this actually put my mind at ease quite a bit.
@jeananndaniels77382 жыл бұрын
Thank you. All of the people who provide services for us are so called to this job. Again, Thank You!
@cattandneil15044 ай бұрын
Very impressed by the level of care provided by this company!
@becuziel19772 жыл бұрын
Very comforting to see the process. Thank you.
@terrythomas7902 жыл бұрын
I worked for the postal service and had to deliver cremated remains to his spouse. I really wasnt comfortable waiting for her to answer the door. I didnt know what kind of reaction she would have. But, thankfully she was calm and didnt burst into tears!. (Notice the mailing boxes in the final prep room , under the table) The boxes were stamped with "Handle with Dignity"
@cwww67862 жыл бұрын
🥺😭
@karenjarrett5292 жыл бұрын
My husband died on Feb 4th 2022 .4 days ago.he was being cremated this week. I hope i made the right decision for us .we didn't have life insurance .his death was sudden .I had to do what I could afford. I miss him so bad
@ladypamela22 жыл бұрын
So very sorry for your loss at obviously a young age Karen. I think you definitely made the right choice as far as going with cremation for your husband. I've gone through it many times with my loved ones and have attended cremations. This is what I want for myself and I'm sure your husband is at peace. I'm just so very sorry that you lost your husband and I hope that in time you will also be at peace. I will be praying for you my dear ❤️💞🕯️🙏🕯️
@dianad05232 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry for your loss 😢
@karenjarrett5292 жыл бұрын
@@ladypamela2 thank you for the kind words .I wish I knew about family members was allowed to attend the cremation. I don't know if I would or would not have gone but would have liked to had the option to decide .I miss him horribly and the way he was taken so fast from us was unbelievable. He only went into the hospital because of pneumonia came out with 5 tumors in on his brain and lung cancer then 4 days later I lost Him. He went in talking by the next day he couldn't do anything .I never got to tell him so he could understand how much I loved him and thanks for a wonderful life with him and for 3 beautiful children and grandbabies .I would like just 1 more day with him .
@karenjarrett5292 жыл бұрын
@@dianad0523 thank you 😊
@ricardovillalbaso25572 жыл бұрын
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@captainkeyboard1007 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing the facts about cremation and I hope your crematory will become valuable help in the time of critical need to the community you represent.
@OSTARAEB410 ай бұрын
I commend you on the cleanliness of your facility. It’s important to view and my parents were both cremated and the funeral home accommodated my request to view them prior to cremation. I needed this for closure and one last view for each parent. With my father, I viewed him on the gurney and the tort was already fired up and ready for his process. It’s difficult and strange to some degree a loved one that nurtured you is handed over to you in a box or urn they’ve been reduced to. What surprised me was how heavy the cremains were. I guess it’s either this process or burial according to various preferences. Thank you for your production.
@marieannettegrahamquick35102 жыл бұрын
God bless all you do for the deceased and family. This was beautifully explained. Thank you for the tour.
@missgigglebox7482 жыл бұрын
My dear friend just passed away on NYE and was cremated. After watching this video, I understand the process so much better. I hope he was taken care of just like this. Thank you.
@angelagardel88212 жыл бұрын
Very interesting & informative, I prefer cremation now that I have watched this video rather than burial. Kudos
@kimberlyrice45442 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind presentation. It was a great one.
@myrnamiranda10062 жыл бұрын
Than you for your respectful way explaining this process. My cousin is being cremated today. Needed to have an idea of process. Thank you 😢🙁
@WGSNDBGoingSoloNetwork2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video as the subject matter is emotional and very difficult for a loved ones left behind, however, so important. I recently lost my Father and this video has given me personal comfort as to the procedure and process. Many blessings. Cece Shatz
@roxannhanrahan76392 жыл бұрын
That is so informational. I'm grateful to know this. I've done private care (terminal) for 30 yrs. I guess I might have known quite a bit by now, but this resolves alot of unknown.
@shannellbrant54452 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I was never informed about family able to witness this!! No one ever tells u! Thank u!
@simonhawkins89134 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for such a informative conversation about cremation and the process involved...I totally respect a very sad time as my father was cremated 3 years ago, but at the same time after the grieving process has gone through all the emotions one feels...looking at your video is very interesting and knowledge to how it all works...and the positivity it gives.❤️❤️
@michelemacisaac91852 жыл бұрын
I went to the crematorium to see my son. The operator let me turn on the machine as well. I was happy to be able to do this
@kenelskenels85732 жыл бұрын
It's all about what helps you to process and cope. I know it's not for everyone, but I would want the reality of the situation. I'd want to see everything. You will never forget those moments, and they're all part of your son's story and life. I'm very sorry for your loss. It's heartbreaking to lose a child at any age. I had a similar opportunity to see the reality of things when my dad died (he wasn't cremated though). They allowed me to attend early as I wanted to be there alone with my dad and no other family members. NO MUSIC, NO HUGS, and they didn't even pose his hands. I saw a few gnats which I smushed into the lining of his coffin. They almost dropped the coffin when they slid it out of the mini van. I heard them struggling to lift it onto this metal thing. They rolled it into a room and tossed the American flag and flower blanket off to the side. I saw they breathing heavy and being winded from the effort. Granted they didn't know I was watching. But I loved that it was REAL. I will never forget it.
@hawkeyemaga31102 жыл бұрын
Such love ❤️ for your son. I’m so very sorry for your loss. God bless you. 🙏
@ginakirkland3862 жыл бұрын
What??/ why????????
@michelemacisaac91852 жыл бұрын
@@ginakirkland386 if you have a child that has passed away you just might understand
@ginakirkland3862 жыл бұрын
@@michelemacisaac9185 no, there is NO way I. Oils understand this. NO WAY
@davesteven20582 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for this very educational blog and now I can imagine how our deceased love ones went through this sacred process of cremations🙏🙏🙏
@sloakes662 жыл бұрын
My son was cremated in 2014 after passing from Cancer complications. I had no idea what the process looked like. I don't think the crematorium here allows family to watch or be a part of and I'm no sure I could have. Thank yo for the informative video.
@Cwgrlup Жыл бұрын
Very clean and aseptic. When my horse died I had him cremated and it was quite expensive but I was really happy I did it. I was really sad the day I picked him up and asked to see where he was held and cremated. They were really nice and I got to see where they cremated the animals in Los Angeles area. It was extremely pleasant, they had some large doors to drive in trucks for equine cremations and a huge refrigerator for the horses and other animals. It was gated but open to the outside and had very nice plants and other things around the yard. I expected a gloomy dank place but it was sunny and clean with a pleasant vibe. I’m glad I saw it.
@monas.68392 жыл бұрын
Kudos to East Idaho News for providing this educational and factual video. In light of the investigation on the other funeral home, I feel like this is a perfect time to show how this process is supposed to work.
@roadrunner7342 жыл бұрын
Thank you for having this video! It's good to know how the progress goes
@275MsParis2 жыл бұрын
I just cremated my mom in May 2022 those were her wishes. The funeral home was very precessional and handle her with care. I wish they had a place like yours here in NewYork where you could be a part of the cremation. Thank You so much for sharing. I miss my mom so much. My heart ❤️ is so broken 💔
@Revelstoke-Banff Жыл бұрын
I Pray for God's peace upon you 🙏
@truthnjustice662 жыл бұрын
I lost my youngest son, 24, in 2018. He was to date, the first family member of our family (a BIG family) to ever be cremated. It was strange and it was of course devastating. But I want anyone to know that if you ever questioned this process or found yourself hesitant...It was the best decision I believe that we could have made. One thing I have realized as time has passed, is that I have my son with me at all times. Some of my closest family members, my mother, granddad, and grandma etc. are buried at a local cemetery where I live. At first visitation and personal familial care of the burial sites was of utmost priority. Now, few make it there any longer. I go when I am in town to see them and just inspect the burial site for damage or any needs that are required. But it was not long after losing my mom that I found myself standing there at her gravesite with nothing much to do or say. I knew she was not there, she was with the Lord, and in that I rejoiced! So what does one actually do during that visit? I can only speak for myself. In comparison having my baby boy in my living room. ANd some of his very personal things? just means so much more to me. and if I move? he comes with us. Just my thoughts on a difficult time in all of our lives but hope that something I said may help.
@user-yr9lt7dz8k2 жыл бұрын
Spirit World The postmortal spirit world is a place where the spirits of those who have died live before the Resurrection. The spirit world consists of paradise, where the righteous dwell, and spirit prison, where those who were wicked in mortality dwell. President Brigham Young taught that the postmortal spirit world is on the earth, around us (see Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Brigham Young [1997], 279). Spirit beings have the same bodily form as mortals except that the spirit body is in perfect form (see Ether 3:16). Spirits carry with them from earth their attitudes of devotion or antagonism toward things of righteousness (see Alma 34:34). They have the same appetites and desires that they had when they lived on earth. All spirits are in adult form. They were adults before their mortal existence, and they are in adult form after death, even if they die as infants or children (see Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith [1998], 131-32). The prophet Alma in the Book of Mormon taught about two divisions or states in the spirit world. Paradise. According to the prophet Alma, the righteous spirits rest from earthly care and sorrow. Nevertheless, they are occupied in doing the work of the Lord. President Joseph F. Smith saw in a vision that immediately after Jesus Christ was crucified, He visited the righteous in the spirit world. He appointed messengers, gave them power and authority, and commissioned them to “carry the light of the gospel to them that were in darkness, even to all the spirits of men” (Doctrine and Covenants 138:30). The Church is organized in the spirit world, and priesthood holders continue their responsibilities there (see Doctrine and Covenants 138:30). President Wilford Woodruff taught: “The same Priesthood exists on the other side of the veil. … Every Apostle, every Seventy, every Elder, etc., who has died in the faith as soon as he passes to the other side of the veil, enters into the work of the ministry” (Deseret News, Jan. 25, 1882, 818). Family relationships are also important. President Jedediah M. Grant, a counselor to Brigham Young, saw the spirit world and described to Heber C. Kimball the organization that exists there: “He said that the people he there saw were organized in family capacities. … He said, ‘When I looked at families, there was a deficiency in some, … for I saw families that would not be permitted to come and dwell together, because they had not honored their calling here’” (Deseret News, Dec. 10, 1856, 316-17). Spirit Prison. The Apostle Peter referred to the postmortal spirit world as a prison, which it is for some (see 1 Peter 3:18-20). In the spirit prison are the spirits of those who have not yet received the gospel of Jesus Christ. These spirits have agency and may be enticed by both good and evil. The spirits may progress as they learn gospel principles and live in accordance with them. The spirits in paradise can teach the spirits in prison (see Doctrine and Covenants 138). If they accept the gospel and the ordinances performed for them in the temples, they may leave the spirit prison and dwell in paradise. Also in the spirit prison are those who rejected the gospel after it was preached to them either on earth or in the spirit prison. These spirits suffer in a condition known as hell. They have removed themselves from the mercy of Jesus Christ, who said, “Behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent; but if they would not repent they must suffer even as I; which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit” (Doctrine and Covenants 19:16-18). After suffering for their sins, they will be allowed, through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, to inherit the lowest degree of glory, which is the Telestial kingdom.
@enhancebeauty29752 жыл бұрын
So sorry for the passing of your youngest son. May God bless you and comfort you.🙏
@Corvette22 жыл бұрын
OUTSTANDING presentation on the processes of a modern crematorium. Thank you.
@jessiefrye30452 жыл бұрын
My husband was the first one cremated in both our families. It was a huge difference, in the grief I felt. When they handed me his cremains, it was a different feeling, I had him back with me . I don't know how to explain it, but it was more comfort, to be able to have his cremains.
@rachelmiller7642 жыл бұрын
My mum shocked the family when she said she wanted to be cremated, there was only one burial space left and she wanted more of us to have the option, it can fit 6 cremations. Now I have both my mum and dad's ashes at home and it was really comforting to know that they are here in some form. Their ashes are being buried together soon
@cherylbremson24212 жыл бұрын
I didn't want to watch this but honestly I'm glad I did. Very informative. Thanks
@LisaRobson Жыл бұрын
Thank you for creating this video, and also to the staff at Wood Funeral Home for the care that they give to the loved ones.