My day working at the funeral home

A funeral director and embalmer, Kari Northey allows you to follow along on a day...which turns into two days of work around the funeral home. In true workload fashion, it was a slower two days which resulted in some tours and learning about the arrangement process. What do you want to know about a funeral director's work day?!
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[@alonelymonkey1628]

You truly humanize the death business. I wish more people were like you.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@geralynpalacol9295]

GOD truly gave you the perfect “Bedside Manners”, personality and professionalism to deal with the Families.......and to do this kind of job!🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@KaritheMortician]

Awww thank you

[@Gemashke]

As someone who worked in a high volume funeral home (Los Angeles) 1,500 cases a year...I can say this is an EXCELLENT video, Kari! You really give people a glimpse into a day in the life of a funeral director! Great work!!!

[@kevinlamartina8208]

Hello Kari, Thank you for your honest and insightful information as a Funeral Director. I’m a professional Master Cosmetologist for over 40 years. I actually worked on my Mom and Dad to do hair & makeup when they passed. I wasn’t sure I could do this until actually put to the test. However, I have to say I am so glad I did. This was my opportunity to have private time alone with them before the visitation. What a wonderful experience. I was able to talk to them and make them look Amazing for their departure. It was a final gift of Love and Respect that I could provide. Some people have told me that they think it is creepy. But I know different and don’t regret it at all. Someone told me my Mom looked so pretty that they were expecting her to “Sit up”. I take that as a great compliment. Thank you for all you do for the deceased and their families. You provide a most valuable service that many may not appreciate. However I think I get it. Blessings your way my dear, Kevin LaMartina

[@BraanFlakes08]

I don’t understand why people would tell you “oh you just want people to die”... your their to service that person and their families and help give the family closure.. it’s a beautiful thing what you do. When my father unexpectedly passed away, the staff at the funeral home we went to were so nice and caring, they honestly really helped me try to calm my mother and make things easy. Much respect to you and everyone else in the business

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks so much!

[@lensquires6580]

Thanks Kari, Its nice that the owners of the funeral homes you work with give you the freedom to walk around and share your daily work and the workings of your days. Its always insightful with the subjects of your video "classes." I'm amazed how you can start your day so calmly and "balanced," showering, doing your hair, getting the kids ready for school and heading out the door to work. Marvelous! No director, make-up person, grip, video technician, grief counseling coach, etc., just you ! - Glad you were "called" to do this. 🙏❤😃

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@evaandersen3450]

You are what most people are not meaning efficient, prompt, organized, friendly, caring and the plus list goes on. I never get tired of your face or your voice making everything understandable..Thanks Kari and be good to yourself and find a day for just you...spa, massage 😊

[@karatekara1]

Kari, Your compassion, empathy and professionalism are palpable! I've only watched a couple videos of your work, but I feel like your the good neighbor next door. Totally someone I could relate to and laugh with! Anyways, be safe out there and continue being who God created you to be! God bless!

[@terrywestbrook-lienert2296]

Hello Kari! Thank you for all that you do in the mortuary business. Such a very busy, almost non-stop job. And you perform your duties with serenity and sensitivity. Thank you! 🌻

[@flemt73]

You are the reason why so many people are and will be comfortable with this subject when the time comes. I hope you understand the true value of your work ethics, videos, and words. Thank you.

[@skiwobble1966]

4555ti8

[@mariyahj8609]

I just love how positive and upbeat she is !! I’m happy to know people like her still around ✊🌞

[@neanderthalmusicman]

What a chatterbox!!!

[@JaimeMesChiens]

neanderthalmusicman She couldn’t very well make a video for us without talking us through it.

[@Madssnc]

The Florist!!! Only a decent, reliable, trusted one though who works in conjunction with the Funeral Director. I have cried while making casket covers for many people. Most I knew, working in a small town and being an aged care nurse in my early 20's. Viewng flowers, a corsage or buttonhole, Small flowers for babies... I have so much respect for everyone involved in the heartbreak and complete care of our beautiful work.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you

[@jeremyjones2750]

Deadly Grounds!🤣 So fitting! So awsome! Another great video, and thank you for all you do for the comfort of the deceased and their loved ones.

[@KaritheMortician]

:)

[@yorkiegirl16]

So much administrative work to do. Thank you Kari for an informative video showing the "back-end" of the funeral business.

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes there is!

[@michellepowell2391]

This has to be my all time favorite video. More day in the life videos!

[@KaritheMortician]

Aww thanks!

[@radioman8427]

Hi Kari , The last four years of my working days I had to start my day about the same time you do. Now that I'm retired it would take something special to make me get up that early ☺

[@Debdiencal]

I love your videos. I’ve gotten a little behind. This has always interested me and I learn so much from you. The more I listen to you the less fears and the more peace I have regarding death. You have taken something that in some ways has seemed a bit dark and scary and brought it to light in a way that is very un frightening. Just a natural part of life but no one really speaks of it so naturally there are many fears and questions. You do a wonderful job of answering these questions in the most compassionate and professional way. Removing many fears for many folks I am sure. Thank you for the time you put into these videos.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@user-bu7jl6zy5d]

All talk and no real action. I do admire people who do the necessary jobs that have to be done. Thnk you for that.

[@deannakinsman6790]

Y'all popped up randomly in my feed so I thought I would check it out. I'm not at all afraid of death and I really appreciate how y'all humanize the process of caring for the deceased. Thank y'all for the care and commitment during the process. Dying is a part of living. The babies/children would literally gut me!! ##newsubscriber

[@dawnpersyn4046]

Me as well

[@lorimiller6102]

You're videos are so interesting and educational. Thank you for taking the time to explain so much. The families you help are truly blessed to have someone like you at such a difficult time.

[@katrim1598]

I am very interested in getting into the funeral business and i found this very helpful and educational. Thank you for this video!

[@melanieschick3206]

I really like her show and whole persona. It's an emotional thing to have to go through and she humanized the whole experience.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@bruceliggett8036]

Thank you so much for sharing your day! Your such a beautiful and professional lady! Very fascinating and interesting job you do!!

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you Bruce!

[@sexysergeant123]

That coffee OMG! I laughed out loud and woke up my husband.🤪

[@KaritheMortician]

lol it is really good!

[@dremacombs214]

Thank you Kari for the tour and valuable information. Busy, busy, busy between work and home. Your doing an awesome job at both.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@kimhammerton9911]

Hi Kari, I really enjoy watching your videos. You are so informative and respectful. I love your Q&A videos as well as showing us around the funeral home and preparation rooms. You rock!

[@cherylclyne9145]

This was interesting being able to share a couple of days at the funeral home with you! Thanks for doing this video Kari! :)

[@757onelovein757]

Kari u r so beautiful inside n out. 🌻I love ur hair n I used to do hair. Rollers with Velcro were my favorite n easiest for my hair. It’s so much easier n curls last longer. U might never go back to a curling iron again if you try. Put a lil mouse or setting lotion or hair spray on the hair not scalp area though. 👩🏽‍🎤. I always thought I should be a beautician mortician. Oh and your hair will be dry in 30/40 mins. Your highlights n color r gorgeous!! Thanks for shAring your days with us. God is showing off through you n we love it. You n your family stay well!🙏🏾

[@waynehenson1094]

Wow, that's a lot involved. Thank you for your hard work.

[@BraanFlakes08]

Thanks for making this, I just recently applied for a part time job for funeral service and wanted to see what it was like. I’m a little afraid to get the job but I’m very companionate and empathetic and so hopefully I can do well with it if I do. Again, thanks for showing us around

[@KaritheMortician]

Awesome I hope you get the position!

[@jenpierce2385]

Awesome did you get the job

[@jus10lewissr]

I find your videos to be very informative. They are all full of things that the general public would never know the answers to. I stumbled across a random video of yours once and was surprised at some of the things I learned and have been watching them ever since. Thanks for taking the time to educate people!

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@shadesofidaho]

Hubby and I were the cemetery sextons locally for 11 years. WOW Had forgotten all that was involved even for us once your job is done. Getting cemeteries where service is to be done all freshly mowed and weed eating done watered but withholding water in certain areas to be able to access the grave. Lining up the backhoe. Locating the grave site and mostly even meeting with the family so they can choose the plot. They always called at diner time and I had to drop everything to meet them out there. Tried to always relieve as much of the stress off the family as possible. Setting up for the burials, parking the cars when needed leaving space close to set up for those physically disabled to be able to get close to the shelter where the services were done. Trying to answer questions that were not answered by the funeral directors. I can not even imagine doing your job. Just our part was so emotionally draining. A burial took us all day and some times finishing clean up using truck headlights. Winter burials in deep snow and bitter cold were the worst. One time we had to do two burials back to back in 2 below one day and zero degrees the second day. In the end it was good to know we did our very best to not stress the families further. Bless you for what you do.

[@ashesnegron3632]

Wow! You should make a couple videos expressing your experience! Thank you for sharing

[@shadesofidaho]

@@ashesnegron3632 LOL Thank you. I would not have a clue how to do so. No camera or even cell phone to use. I am pretty techno challenged. I have people wanting me to do videos on my plants and mosaics and yard art gardening. Nope clueless here. Hahaha Just had a vision of my trying to mount my lap top to a gimble.

[@ldswife5339]

Kari what an amazing video! Please make more types of vlogs like this.

[@KaritheMortician]

I will!!

[@mariagrace3748]

Great video! Super exhausting, but you're a trooper and so good at what you do! I admire your dedication and respect to all the grieving families. ☺🙏💖

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@goosubux]

Thank you for doing this video. You seem to be a perfect fit for your job. Knowledgeable and so kind.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@Donz112nz]

Thank you Kari! Loved seeing behind the scenes! Another great vid 💜

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!!

[@Katie-us3gq]

Please keep making these videos. It's hard to find considerate, respectful people to answer questions. I considered this career. My Epilepsy got worse as I got order. Your videos are as close to an internship as I can do.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you for sharing!

[@leodegoddess2558]

Hi Kari I love the fact that even though you’re an embalmer you keep your nails done.💅🏽 I love your channel.❤️

[@debbied6972]

Great video. It's nice you took the time to show us a day in the life. I like how you explain everything so well.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you :0

[@suereyers2734]

@@KaritheMortician ty by

[@floridaLise]

YOU are SO SWEET! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@daniellenard2872]

My mamaw died 9-1-22 entombed in her mausoleum 9-2-22 she was 97 they did amazing she was so beautiful. Died of dementia so she lost a little weight by 12th day no food or water. But she had everything paid and set up. Even obit written. It was so nice . And you’re beautiful! I love your voice and way of explaining

[@KaritheMortician]

You are too kind, thank you. And thank you for sharing about your experience. Having things completely in place in advance can be very helpful to family members.

[@daniellenard2872]

@@KaritheMortician I painted her nails the day before she passed , and I’m comforted to know they’re still painted right now. Until whenever

[@kimicatcyprowski1781]

Thanks for making this Kari because my husband just died last month November 11th of 2021 we weren't even part of knowing what and how they were going to have him laid out because I have a rotten MIL and rotten but the funeral director Paul he was so nice to me I was even allowed to be at the service but I caught Paul and he told me that was allowed to come before anybody else the Funeral was 3 to 7 and I wanted to bring my son my cat and myself and he let us do that we spent like an hour and 45 minutes there by myself because when we went we had my best friend my son myself and my mother Gigi and boy was there a ruckus from my ex husband's mother and the niece but Paul the funeral director told them how it was and he really made me feel welcome there even though the family did not!! So thank you for taking us through Kari and telling us what actually happens when a loved one dies cuz I really appreciate it 🌹♥️♥️

[@KaritheMortician]

Big hugs thanks

[@joannajohnson2669]

The Day in the life of Kari🤣💖But what a Blessing you are...Amazing! This is all so informative

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@CandyceGirl]

Wow......who knew!!! Thanks for sharing this info Kari. Very interesting, I'm used to just walking in, never behind the scenes or thought about it. I love your videos. 🌹🌹

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@patpriefer7706]

Thank you Kari for all of the information that we need to know. You are certainly a professional. Keep up the good work

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@kennmills4382]

Your compassion is heart felt!!

[@noelledavison7571]

Ms. Kari, you definitely get me excited to start my line of work!

[@davidmckinney6577]

Wow that's a huge funeral home, my local funeral homes only have two visitation rooms.. that funeral home is four times bigger than my local funeral home.. very interesting vlog Kari I loved it.. you are the best funeral director in the world..

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes it is large

[@captainkeyboard1007]

From viewing the funeral home in this video, I confess that funeral directors and directresses work as hard like other typical people in their jobs. The funeral director has great responsibilities as an important asset to the community, especially during this coronavirus pandemic.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@captainkeyboard1007]

@@KaritheMortician You are welcome. I hope that Great God will bless you, your loving ones that is the family, and your endeavors. May you be a light to the communities you serve.

[@captainkeyboard1007]

@@KaritheMortician You are so welcome. I hope and pray in my heart that you may be blessed.

[@prettykitty3570]

Lol! I can't imagine u being cranky. U just seem so nice. I miss when my kids were little because I loved snuggling with them. They're adults now 😪. Balancing a job and a family is hard work so I think it's cool how u can get a workout in.

[@lelabarlow4260]

Once again I am happy how you put make this matter of life personal and kind. God Bless you !

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks so much!!

[@smittysilver6682]

It always amazes me how much work you men & woman do. God Bless

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@welshlady7331]

This is so fascinating. Thanks for sharing!

[@sherrispicer6034]

Now that's one AWESOME video!!!

[@CutiesbyKelly]

The snuggle is real! This was such a neat video! Thank you for sharing!

[@Grandolegospelman]

Poor kari we pray for you every morning before we start our day here at Laughter-Earley your awesome

[@KaritheMortician]

Awww thanks!

[@Grandolegospelman]

@@KaritheMortician I wanted to ask you something what is the worst thing to ever happen to you in a crematory just curious

[@mpritzl6]

Your family should be so proud of you and i've learned a lot .

[@chrisblevins755]

Love it, poor Kari needs more sleep! "Husband takes the kids to work..." lol

[@KaritheMortician]

I could use a lazy nap day!

[@ur_local_bisexual_witch1796]

@@KaritheMortician you definitely deserve it, with all your hard work

[@janicedelorenzo4924]

Kari needs to get a nanny

[@ohiostatebuckeyes4951]

@@KaritheMortician have u done a video actually working with a real human

[@danlindberg1917]

Kari, This video is great! So much information, so many functions ! You need a bigger coffee cup to get thru a day like this! Thank you!

[@KaritheMortician]

I don't know if coffee works anymore lol

[@gmaent1]

Your beautiful inside and out thank you for your caring of families at the hardest time in their lives

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@geralynpalacol9295]

I use to work with the Pre-Need Dept for the Catholic Cemeteries in Los Angeles - Holy Cross in Culver City being my favorite!❤️❤️❤️

[@KaritheMortician]

Such a huge market there

[@theoriginaljayz28]

I have those jammies!! Lol. After watching several of your videos, I’m so grateful for the time that our funeral home took with each of our parents when they passed. My Mom was in a nursing home, which was awful. I was shocked at how natural and “normal” she looked. In regards to the snuggle with kiddos, never turn it down.... it’ll disappear before ya know it.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@pippadot679]

Kari, a look into one day of yours is a lot. Even though it was slow at this facility you did fantastically at staying very busy. Thanks for showing us around. I'll bet it's so different at every individual funeral home. Where do you get most of your knowledge? Hands on experiences? All your communications with many others? I'll bet it's a combination of everything. Thank you for all you do.

[@geralynpalacol9295]

Thank you Kari for sharing your work with us; We just lost an Uncle in the Philippines.....who was cremated.....We’ve been praying a 9 Day Novena for the repose of his soul (on Zoom) with All the relatives throughout the world; We all followed the procession from the Church (after the Mass).........then all of a sudden we see his body out of his white casket.........and he’s on the gurney in front of the (what i assumed was the Crematorium). The young man pressed a button (we couldn’t believe they were showing this to us)......and then they slid his body into the machine and lowered the shiny, brass door covering. Anyway, i became curious about cremation and discovered your interesting channel. You really help to educate the public about matters such as this. GOD Bless you in ALL you do.......and your Family!!!😍

[@KaritheMortician]

What religion is that doing the 9 day prayers?

[@leannbrooks218]

I really loved this!! Thank you

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@SassyLiLGator_Kara]

I love you guys board... So fancy! We still have whiteboards 😐 and our prep room has been busy lately... That would be so much more organized

[@forpetessake3532]

man i can’t even get up to hardly make it to work in time - snuggles will have to do WHEN MY EYELIDS stay open - ur so disciplined. AND you have too many things to do , my word

[@rogerst-laurent9910]

I'm a new subscriber and i wanna say that your videos are very interesting and instructive..Thanks!

[@RoryRita]

So basically you are an Event Planner! Cool!! That is a lot of details that I never thought about. Thank you!

[@KaritheMortician]

Pretty much!

[@deborahyoung9713]

Very informative video. It answered a lot of my questions. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@dianebays5484]

Props ro you! I could never so.that kind of work!

[@marilynhoftey4095]

Wish more funeral directors were more like Kari. She presents the funeral business with professionalism, kindness & truth...a rare combination today. When she is at the neighborhood picnic, does she have that 'welcome look'??? Kidding, of course...I couldn't resist a little funeral-director humor. Thanks for sharing a day-in-the-life of a funeral director...something we all should know.

[@emmadalrymple4102]

You are one busy gal. I enjoyed tagging along with you at you job. If I was in your vicinity (I am in SC), I would highly recommend you. You are very professional and obviously trustworthy, caring and respectful in all aspects. Definitely a thumbs up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!!

[@busybeebrown5277]

She's amazing!!!

[@hniziolek4884]

Soooo much busy work! Sooo much product. I guess we just never get away from the consumer life, even in death. A bit sad, that part. Wish it all a bit simpler. So complicated. And I’ve been a nurse for 30 years, not much surprises me.

[@KaritheMortician]

It is simple in the grand scheme

[@susieturk1]

I love your schedule I bet your day goes by so quickly!

[@KaritheMortician]

It does!

[@courtneyhindman385]

Love this video Kari is so confident and does a great job ..

[@KaritheMortician]

I appreciate that!!

[@courtneyhindman385]

😁 have a great day , Kari

[@MichelleJ1822]

Curious, how many people have their arrangements done in advance? Thank you for what you do and caring about the families and the deceased like you do. You hear all too often of the horror stories about funeral homes doing awful things. I know I personally couldn’t do it. I’m way too sensitive and would probably cry all the time.

[@KaritheMortician]

Goes in spurts really. Used to be more people walked in to make prearrangements more and it slowed for a while but I think it is picking back up again,

[@kennethbrownson5141]

Fun to see your workday.

[@kellymccallister7373]

Kari you are an amazing person an INCREDIBLE ROLE MODEL ❤LOVE WATCHING YOU WORK You have Soothing voice

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@kellymccallister7373]

@@KaritheMortician you're welcome 😊❤

[@felixbrands3349]

You make it feel at ease when I go one day I 🙏 I have someone like you handling my case

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@richneu2327]

I like your videos and it seems better when understand what goes into preparation

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!!

[@pammerle1691]

You are such a caring beautiful soul. I think families are happy or made to feel better about their loved one. Your so caring that you would be my choice if I lived across the US...I am in Washington State. But I have lost my only 2 brothers at young ages in two seperate accidents, my oldest sister to Cancer and my parents...it is just my sister and I left her so I wonder a lot on what happens. I am NOT afraid of death as all my family except my sister are passed. Thank you for explaining things so well

[@susanmitchell9257]

These videos have been soo helpful thank you very much 👏🏻your 👍🏻

[@KaritheMortician]

You're so welcome!

[@williemaejones9944]

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THANKS FOR SHARING

[@lydiarodriguez9843]

Wow, you are a very busy person. You do a great job..

[@melodyluvsherhobbies9454]

This is really interesting. Thank you!

[@davidmckinney6577]

May God bless you and your family you are awesome-tastic..

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you :)

[@marianyulo9066]

Aw your baby is beautiful omg he’s sooo cute.

[@KaritheMortician]

I have no boy babies

[@danawildman8766]

Excellent video! Very informative and interesting. 👍🏻

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@crystalinabacteria3430]

Thank you for your information & tour

[@KaritheMortician]

My pleasure

[@nova264]

Great video,more of this type please.

[@KaritheMortician]

I will work on it!

[@CardinalGrad]

Your videos are very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad you like them!

[@teresagreen5337]

Hi Kari...I do BB workouts too. Four years this May...although I have fallen off the wagon a bit. Gotta get back at it. Your videos are interesting and you are so polite about being sensitive towards families. 💖

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes I need to start hard again this next week and stick to one program.

[@teresagreen5337]

Kari Northey I Hard started 21 DFRT and was feeling stronger and then pulled a muscle, making me have spasms that almost made me cry. So here’s to both of us getting back at it! ❤️

[@stuartphare955]

Fascinating viewing kari.

[@Ojewels65]

Love watching your videos! I’m so glad I found your channel. Finally we get to see what happens to our love ones and how brave, patience you are to have that career. God bless you beautiful lady. I have a dum ? 🤦🏻‍♀️ do you creep out when you are there alone with a body? Because It creeps me out to be in a funeral home that I don’t even want to use the restroom 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@kathywinston8319]

Thank you for sharing ❣️

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@wrathofmohawkindiansbloodi5859]

Hi kari i like that you show yourself with without any make up and hair messy it shows you don't take yourself to seriously and that I find very attractive in a women.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks!

[@gigi7673]

I just started my apprenticeship today I love it!

[@KaritheMortician]

Yeah!!

[@jenniferlyons4150]

Motherhood and work balance is definitely my challenge. I work 911 and 12 hour shifts so between days off and life, being mom is a priority but the balance is an art for sure! My son will be 5 soon and just started Kindergarten.

[@KaritheMortician]

Focus on him!

[@rodinutah]

Thank you. Very informative video.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!