When Are Plastic Undergarments Used on the Dead?

[@549BR]

I can't believe Kari modeled the garments for us; she's the real thing, and so genuine.😎

[@KaritheMortician]

Oh thank you so much. You are too kind!

[@sorshawillis3936]

I just buried my dad yesterday and before they closed his casket, I touched his chest and it scared me because I felt plastic under his shirt, hence the reason I'm watching this. I needed this explanation. ❤️

[@KaritheMortician]

Biggest hugs to you!!

[@rucianapollard7098]

I'm sorry for the loss of your father, may he rest in peace

[@sorshawillis3936]

@@rucianapollard7098 thank you love.

[@lourdesajramos6774]

I am so grateful that videos like this are available on KZbin. Undergarments used on the dead - NOT a topic that would even cross my mind as far as my curiosity about funeral preparations. At my Dad's funeral, I just assumed that he was wearing normal undergarments.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!!

[@lourdesajramos6774]

@@KaritheMortician 😀You're welcome😁

[@hellenralesai9176]

OMG. I love KZbin. You never stops getting educated here. You learn of things you never knew they existed. Thank you so much. Oh by the way you are sooo beautiful

[@sharonwadwell2425]

Only 23 years after I found a disposable diaper on my 3 year old daughter after she died. I was annoyed but now I can finally put my mind at ease. Many of your videos have helped me because the funeral company that dealt with my daughter didn’t think telling me what i needed to know because they didn’t think it would help me. I can’t thank you enough for helping me after so many years. Bless you for helping so many of us.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you for sharing

[@OhMasters.]

I had wondered all these years also why my mother had plastic wrap around her arms. Keri was straight up honest, and said, "she was leaking". At 1st I was like, omg!! But it all made since then.

[@lorraineholland6499]

@@KaritheMortician They have to pee Why they in there, they will be in there for awhile got to help them out

[@carlturner1374]

@@OhMasters. I'm Truly Sorry for your loss Baelynn I cant ever Imagine what pain you Suffered losing your poor Mum ,my Heartfelt condolences to you and your Family, I lost my Sister Luanne aged 27 in 2001 and when Dad, Serena ( Sister ) and myself visited her at the Funeral Home we noticed Leakage and the Funeral Director said it was due to the fact that Luanne had Passed a Fortnight earlier then Dad passed away in 2009 aged 60 from Bladder Cancer having never Smoked or Drank , he was a Freak of Nature long hair in a Ponytail Beautiful Tattoos all over and a Physique Arnold Schwarzenegger would be proud of we went everywhere together we attended all the Manchester United games as that is our Football Team as were from Manchester England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 but even though Dad and i were Extremely close he always said that your Mum will always be your best friend until she is no longer here for you, the day i lose my Mum will be the day i stop living as it will be a matter of surviving I 🙏 for your Mum who would be so very proud of you and she will be watching over you in God's Kingdom waiting until you are together again . I wish you nothing but the very best Sweetheart , Peace and love to you from Carlo ❣️🌹❤️ 🕊️ 🙏 .

[@danbasta3677]

Just more unnecessary expense stickin a dead body inside a plastic bag. When your in the ground or in a museum, you'll still be worm food as once the decomposition process begins, which happens immediately after the person has passed, it isn't going to make a difference for dust you are, dust you'll return to, it's that simple. My mother had once told me while she was yet alive, and she herself cashed in since March of 2007, just leave a piece of baloney out for a few days and you'll see worms begin to eat away of the baloney. So it is the same with each of us, no matter how much you really don't want to deal with this stuff, your still gonna go back to what your originally made of, and that is, dust.

[@georgestuffer6505]

Holy moly I had no idea these things even existed. Thank you for the lesson.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome

[@inspiringqueens-d2d]

You be surprised at all the behind the scenes instruments that are used to prepare someone for a viewing.

[@tinarussell3969]

Me either 🤔

[@beckyrockwell7964]

Yes very interesting.

[@jenpierce2385]

@@inspiringqueens-d2d I can only imagine all the tools and things that are used.. it's interesting

[@windowdove1615]

You have a very comforting presence.

[@beckyrockwell7964]

I've noticed that. I really like her.

[@moretta73]

I found this video because at my mom's viewing the other day, I took a peek under the blanket in the casket and saw that her legs were covered in plastic. It was flesh colored, though. Her name was written in Sharpie on her left ankle. This video confirms what i had already suspected. Nicely done. Thanks.

[@francesguzman6581]

Now I know about the plastic feeling in my father's arms. He was 88 years old and his skin was fragile. You make it so simple to understand. Thank you very much.

[@KaritheMortician]

So glad I could answer a question :)

[@lauriivey7801]

Never really considered the need, but this make perfect sense. You are so easy to listen to, and explain everything very well.

[@suzyvelocity.9]

This video just reinforced my decision to be cremated. I love how frank you are about everything, you really put my mind at ease. Thanks Kari for the informative video🤗

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you :)

[@tonistark4169]

Sk 900 oh me too! My parents were both cremated. I used to think that was awful too but your body goes to ashes anyway so why not speed up the process? It’s cheaper and you can rent a casket like we did for both my parents due to a Catholic funeral. As long as the cremains are buried in a “holy place” like a Cemetary, Catholics do believe in cremation. I’m all for it...of course only when that time comes. 😬😳

[@jessieqk12]

Toni Stark your body doesn’t become ashes naturally. What are you talking about?

[@tonistark4169]

Jessica Rich what are YOU talking about? Yes they do! I was talking about cremation! It’s called cremains if you want to get technical about it, or just dried up bone powder! If you’re not cremated then they do eventually do turn to an ashy waxy substance but after about 100 years there is nothing left but an ashy substance, a few teeth, and maybe shreds of clothing. Google it if you don’t believe me!

[@jonhicks563]

Me too . So much simpler .

[@riverbendtaxi6522]

Whenever I felt anything under my loved one, I just figured it was something that the funeral director needed to do. I always felt that the body was just a vehicle and not REALLY my loved one. I always appreciated the care that the embalmers take. The soul of my loved one has left. But thank you funeral directors and embalmers for taking such loving care to polish their “shells” for me. ❤️❤️

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you for sharing!

[@beckyrockwell7964]

I realized that when my mom passed and my dad wanted me to touch her. I was freaking out but there was just something about how he told me. So I did and I knew she was off as in freedom.🕊️

[@kristieweaver2428]

I love the way you so caringly describe each item. Thank you so much for these videos.

[@ashleyw8526]

We found our neighbor passed away on his couch about 2 months ago and because of the extensive information you have shared I felt very prepared and was able to help in many ways! It helped me so much to feel like I knew the next steps and what to ask for. He was my neighbor but he was more like an uncle figure. Thank you so much for sharing your info with us! It truly helps!

[@KaritheMortician]

That is amazing! Thank you for sharing with me!

[@amal.alsarraf.]

Uncle and dead for 2 months on his couch?

[@ashleyw8526]

Amal Alsarraf Oh Goodeness Not! We found him within a few hours of him dying. I meant he had passed 2 months ago.

[@amal.alsarraf.]

@@ashleyw8526 sorry for your loss and misunderstanding

[@nelcaba3163]

Thanks Kari for taking the time to educate us, very interesting! 😊

[@KaritheMortician]

You are very welcome!

[@rizzsangel]

It makes sense now, I think my dad had the sleeves on his arms, I thought why do the have grocery bags on my dad?!!! Seeing this and thinking back he did have a port in his arm. I honestly thought they were trying to bulk him up because he had lost so much weight. Thank you explaining things in such a loving and precise way.

[@shelemherrera7297]

What was the port on his arm for if you don't mind asking. I did notice my mom's having a planting feeling on her arms

[@rizzsangel]

@@shelemherrera7297 Hi My dad was in a semi coma for 6monthes before he passed. He was on dialysis and it also made it easier for him certain medications.

[@ellencairns1291]

​@@rizzsangela sFred

[@aprilforever215]

Wow! This explains it. My brother was murdered and he had a autopsy done. When it was time to view his body, we touched his arm and chest area and it sounded like plastic. He also had plastic on his pillow. We were told that incase he had leakage it wouldn't ruin the casket but I still didn't fully understand why he would be leaking. Thank you so much for the info! ❤

[@nodawnnoday34]

I’m so sorry for your loss ❤

[@aprilforever215]

@@nodawnnoday34 thank you luv! ♥️

[@geraldsomeone7675]

Kari...you're the best...so down to earth 🌎, compassionate, friendly, however, ALWAYS highly professional. Thank you for sharing your time, personality, and intellect.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@j.whiteoak6408]

Thank you for your kind explanation .. I have a friend who has always been bothered by feeling and hearing a lot of plastic under her suicided sister's clothing at her viewing last year ..she's been afraid that her sister was buried in plastic garbage bags, and 35 years ago when I tried mortuary studies these weren't even available. So I've sent her your video so she can rest easy knowing that there's no rubbish bags in her sister's coffin : ) I love your channel!

[@KaritheMortician]

thank you so much for sharing this!

[@j.whiteoak6408]

@@KaritheMortician Thank you .. it had really bothered her greatly! She rang in tears of relief after seeing your video .. She was so grateful. And so am I. Keep up your wonderful work, Kari. You are making such a difference to the world that most people don't venture into until they absolutely have to. And when they do get there it scares them too much to ask Q's. Thank you.

[@boobleeboo9947]

Wow you modeled all the plastic wear! Reminds me of that plastic we wore over cloth diapers back in the day. All retro style clothing always comes back in style. Same purpose.

[@KaritheMortician]

Totally reminds me of those!

[@kymfjohnson1]

I forgot all about the plastic pants over the cloth diapers!!!

[@mariajones9102]

@@kymfjohnson1 They used to call them “ rubber pants.”

[@nemodapimpfish]

They also used to be made of rubber.

[@jnoyes8180]

Oh my gosh I totally forgot about the plastic pants over the diaper! Good reminder!

[@SWEETIE121051]

Thanks for sharing this. I could feel the chest area of my son, wondering why the crackling sound of newspaper was under his clothings.. Knowledge obtained 37 years later

[@mariagrace3748]

Thank you, Kari for this demonstration! I never knew what these exactly looked like. You always are so informative and explain everything with the upmost respect. 👏💜

[@KaritheMortician]

I try!!

[@travelinben1966]

When my mother passed,I dreaded even walking into the funeral home, never mind having to see her.I couldn’t have been more wrong.She looked at least 20 years younger than her years.I was astonished, and my memory of seeing her so beautiful,will never leave me.I told the director, whose cared for several in my family,how grateful and happy I was to see my mother as she looked in life.To you,Kari,and to all in the funeral industry,a most heartfelt thank you, for what you do,and for your skills, patience,and caring.It gave me peace at the most unbearable time of my life.

[@WickedWest512]

My grandmother looked in her 30 to 40's . She was 80. Amazing ! Glad you had that good memory

[@travelinben1966]

@@WickedWest512 I'm glad you did too!

[@darkhorse5450]

You are so sweet Kari. You make everything so transparent which I think dissolves all the horrible thoughts people have when they trust their loved one to a funeral homes care. I worked with my funeral home & dressed & cosmetised both of my parents because I wanted to continue to care for them. It is much better than years ago when someone died & was left to some old men at a funeral home to cover them up in make up. Times have changed. Much healthier to deal with our loved ones when they pass. You do such a beautiful job explaining everything. I think it makes a loss a little bit easier to deal with when you're involved. God Bless.

[@KaritheMortician]

Aww thanks!

[@sunshynkat3548]

Thanks for your soothing and calming voice and kindness towards our precious ones that have passed over. 🕊💜🕊💜🕊

[@KaritheMortician]

You are so welcome

[@beckielassetter8865]

You have such a kind voice and face ,you can make a terrible time somewhat easier and help the family at peace.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@JaimeMesChiens]

I’m still quarantine-binge-watching. This video is so interesting. I felt a little squeamish at the onset, but you did a wonderful job of explaining with dignity. You really are a gifted teacher, you know. I’ve learned so much from you. I so appreciate how you refer to the deceased as a person, not a body or a corpse. It matters. Possibly more-than you know ❤️.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@aracelivargas0305]

My mother passed 5 years ago and I noticed that she had the arm sleeved ones on. This video answered a lot of questions I had. Thank you Kari for the helpful information. I really appreciate it.👍🏼

[@mikecrews9112]

I was JUST thinking about this! You can definitely feel and hear the plastic under garments during the viewing...

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes you can!

[@prissycorvin1306]

How if there not moving?

[@mikecrews9112]

@@prissycorvin1306 whenever you touch them, you can hear the plastic... Like when I went to tuck the bedding of the casket in and close the casket, even tho my grandma was stiff I could still hear the plastic as I touched her for the last time 😥

[@prissycorvin1306]

You said during viewing

[@razrv3lc]

@@prissycorvin1306 people touch the person during viewings pretty commonly. They'd feel/hear the crinkle then.

[@BellaThaGawd]

Thank you soooooooooo much. My instructor refused to show us or explain in depth; I learn better, visually. I kept getting everything mixed up. You were EXTREMELY helpful.

[@KaritheMortician]

You're very welcome!

[@TheBonnieLife]

When I did the hair and makeup for my mother in law she was in the unionalls. I knew she had donated her skin and long bones but was not prepared for the amount of leakage in the bag. I was panicked because I had picked out a white pantsuit for her viewing. My friends own the funeral home and assured me the clothes would be fine. They ended up adding additional absorbent materials between the suit and her clothing but there were still comments about how she felt crinkly under her clothes when people touched her. I never told anyone about it. She looked beautiful and that's all I wanted them to remember.

[@lynnthomas3720]

😭❤

[@clloydmathison995]

Hi Kari: You are very adept at speaking about sensitive subjects in a very disarming and unobtrusive manner. You have informed me regarding many questions that do occasionally cross my mind.

[@vincemarshall5087]

Your concern for those who have died is comforting. I was unaware of all of this, so I found it fascinating. Thank syou.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks so much

[@lindam1227]

My Mother had been in the hospital and always had issues with IV’s. When she passed they wrapped her in Surran Wrap to keep to dampness off her dress. Unless you knew it you wouldn’t have noticed it.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you for sharing!

[@gramps2matt]

I'm glad you mentioned about bed sores also known as decubtis ulcers. When I was an orderly in a hospital I recall having to care for several persons who came from nursing homes with extensive bed sores to the point of being really a cavern on the body. I often wondered how the funeral director would tend to that sorry reality of smell and oozing from that unnatural orifice.

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes the odor is horrible from them.

[@axerxes3981]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for your candidness and comforting honesty. Bless you..... Ax

[@KaritheMortician]

You are so welcome

[@brucehaney7954]

I made my third wife promise me that she would not cremate because I have a fear burning and also i came into this world in one piece and intact i want leave that way. Besides the bible speaks against it im going out the way God meant for me too

[@axerxes3981]

@@brucehaney7954 LOL... see you on the other side!!

[@bruceliggett8036]

You're such an amazing and beautiful lady! Thanks so much for all you do!!

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@carolchristmas9527]

Here's a thought: Families of the deceased should probably take the bulkiness of these garments into consideration when choosing their love one's funereal clothing, large enough to accommodate.

[@j.whiteoak6408]

Sometimes people just pull out an outfit from the deceased's closet for their loved one's burial without realising that it doesn't even fit them anymore ... and the mortuary staff often cuts them down the back or unpicks seams where they won't be seen in order to make them fit wherever they can : )

[@KaritheMortician]

Correct. When I know something like this will be used, like with tissue and organ donation I will guide them accordingly.

[@j.whiteoak6408]

@@KaritheMortician You are exceptionally caring for your family members, Kari : ) I wish that I could say that they are all like you ... but that simply isn't true. But I think it's best to be openly honest with the families without going into the gory details, because their understanding helps you to help them achieve what they want for their loved ones. I am forever telling folks about your channel as I highly recommend you regularly. Happy New Year, Kari - I do hope 2020 is a great year for you!

[@onemercilessming1342]

Carol Christmas--Most morticians cut the backs of garments for the dearly departed to dress them for the long sleep. So, the garment, once sliced can be fitted around the truncated body bag.

[@carolchristmas9527]

@@onemercilessming1342 --Thank you, that makes sense!

[@ashestoglory2319]

Crematory certified as well as graduating mortuary student in September! New subbie 👍

[@BxCortez2050]

You can just about explain anything about death and make it tolerable

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@j.whiteoak6408]

She really does : )

[@joncampos5551]

That yellow insert brings back so many good memories, Curtis.

[@BxCortez2050]

@@joncampos5551 ...awesome as it does for me I actually found this while at work in a old building ..and the younger workers had no clue why I was so nostalgic about it

[@joncampos5551]

Curtis Stapleton Remember attaching a bic pen to the needle, when the record had a scratch? 🎹🎼crystal blue persuasion 🎼🎼.

[@LINKINservicedog]

Awesome video. It’s a great way to add a little humor to such a serious subject. I was cracking up seeing u wearing these.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks!

[@lisacomic6766]

Absolutely fascinating, Kari! Thanks for all your hard, informative work! ❤️

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome

[@valkyrie1066]

Yes. At my sister in law's funeral, my mother touched her arm in the casket and pulled back. "There's something crinkly in there." She was horrified, but we remembered the report that MOST of that arm was gone, it was only marginally still attached. I don't know if she expected the morticians to do miracles; they didn't have all of her to put back together. I pictured it wrapped in plastic wrap there under her sleeve; wasn't far from wrong. It was tragic, she was young, but they did a very good job of making her look normal. Considering the accident, it was a stellar job. She was as pretty as her wedding day. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

So sorry you ever had to have that experience

[@bonkers5016]

I am so happy that you have this explanation for things we wondered...but never asked. Great job

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edwardbrown6245]

Another great video to help people understand..My wife passed and they used and plastic glove for wet leaking out..you had done another great informative video thanks

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad it helped

[@taraevans5759]

My Grandmother had what felt like air bags on her arms. I always thought perhaps it was because she looked so thin. Now I wonder if she was leaking. She died at 99, of natural causes.

[@Decgyrrl]

Ninety-nine. God bless her. May she rest easy💐✝️🕯🕊

[@PeggyAM1]

Thank you so much for this video. My mother had sleeves on her arms. I noticed it and my best friend said it was probably to make her look bigger. She only weighed about 115 pounds. After watching your video, the funeral home probably ripped her skin. She was on blood thinners before she passed away. I love your informative videos.

[@KaritheMortician]

It can easily happen when moving a person around from bed to cot or cot to table sadly.

[@cathrynjaeger377]

Kari thank you so much.

[@laniemurphy5612]

I certainly have experienced this situation. This explanation was so very helpful. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kristinreynolds577]

I didnt have any idea of these items! I just attended a funeral yesterday and it was a no viewing kind of situation. I am sure that they had to use something along these lines. I do give the funeral home loads of credit. They did so much work so that his son who is only 18 could see his Daddy one last time. Funeral home directors are such special people, and Kari you are right up there too! You and Little Miss Funeral have really helped me to be comfortable with death and to not be afraid. You both are so motherly and nurturing. Those are amazing qualities to have and its a part of what makes y'all so successful! Much love to you from us down here in Oklahoma! :-)

[@andreaberryman5354]

A sweet teen girl died in HS and I went to see her. I am SO glad I did not know then what I now do. I burst into tears when I saw her precious face.

[@martina21953]

The girl who sat in homeroom in front of me died from a brain aneurysm the year after we graduated. When I saw her, I realized that she wasn't there anymore. The essence that made her who she was is gone now and all that is left is a fragile shell. RIP Margaret.

[@BertLPople]

Kari, I’ve just started following your videos in our field. Very interesting video and educational . Refresher is always good.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@davidmckinney6577]

I was talking to my local funeral director just last week after death of a friend of mine and she was telling me about plastic undergarments.. very good vlog now I can see how they are made.. you are the coolest Kari

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks so much!

[@InternetPersond]

I have wondered about the crinkle sound but was afraid to ask. Thank you for modelling Kari, and thank you to all funeral people so so much for caring for our loved ones dead and alive in such a thoughtful and sensitive way.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@marlaparslow3316]

Thanks for sharing. My husband died 3 months ago and because of the horrible circumstances was not allowed to view him or even bring him clothing because I was having him cremated with no embalming. Any way I'm glad that I saw this video because I just have had the awful mental picture of him being put in the box to be cremated in naked. So glad to know that at least there was something to cover him up or at least I hope that was done. I am faced with alot of unanswered questions where his death is concerned so this was so helpful to know. I know I told you this about a month or so ago on one of your lives but because I have watched your channel for so long I knew I had the right to attend his creamation. I'm so glad I knew this because it was the only way I had to say good bye to him. The man who cremated him allowed me and my daughters to spend as much time as we needed and even push the button to start the process. I just want to thank you so much for what you share on your channel. I know you help so many people. God bless you

[@southshore6162]

You are able to stand on one foot with a leg in air at that angle and not fall down . THAT is amazing . 😯😯😯😯🧐

[@KaritheMortician]

I have pretty decent balance

[@southshore6162]

@@KaritheMortician THAT IS BEYOND "PRETTY DECENT" I have ms so you can imagine what my balance is like. You learn quickly the value of HOW to fall . In my case . Fall on the BOOTY and protect the head. 🤕🤕🤕🤕

[@lanapoulliot7682]

Thank you for doing these videos with great sensitivity and respect.

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad you like them!

[@salrosariovonderbuilt.1068]

Wow, I've always wondered and Never dared to ask. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@nancyboyd6377]

Hi Kari I found this video interesting as I have never had the opportunity to see these garments you use. Thank you for sharing this information. Hope you and your family are well. Lot's of love from Nancy in Scotland x

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@tonylockey9853]

I noticed when I saw my sister in the chapel of rest she had plastic on under neath her clothing you couldn't miss it

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you for sharing

[@envitech02]

Thank you ma'am for not only showing, but modelling the coverings for us. This educates the customers that their loved ones are well taken care of. Best regards from me in faraway Malaysia.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you

[@mrsduaneallman7898]

Wow, thank you for showing us and explaining to us about this. It was really interesting!

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@dallasstorm8860]

Thank you for all that information. I'm sure that a lot of people didn't know that these items get used or even were available. Very interesting and informative.

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@TheRj2468]

When funeral directors and morticians say “leaking”, what actually leaks out..? Is it just embalming fluid, or all bodily fluids?

[@KaritheMortician]

Both. Blood, purge, moisture from the body, cavity fluid, etc.

[@davenone727]

R.J. you do know we are mostly water right? Think of fruit fermenting then dehydrating.

[@amberarmstrong7939]

Do you drain any fluid before they are buried , after the viewing

[@francescaw9410]

@@amberarmstrong7939 No people usually go directly into the grave immediately after thr funeral.

[@jenettaa.c.837]

Amber Armstrong Draining happens before the viewing not after. Most times after death, the body is drained then filled with embalming fluid, dressed up, viewed, then buried. Since the draining process can never remove 100% of all body fluids, there can be leakage for various reasons that Kari mentions in the video and in the comments. Hope this helps to clarify.

[@EoffZooStaff]

Your videos are so informative. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!

[@KaritheMortician]

You are so welcome!

[@cynthianoel6220]

Thank you Soo much, for this video. I lost my 31 yr old nephew to a heroin overdose on January 19th 2020. He was not found for 6 hrs. An autopsy was performed upon him due to certain circumstances. At his viewing, I touch his chest and I felt something that felt like plastic, and now, I know what it was.

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes from the autopsy this may have been used. I am so sorry for your heartbreak!

[@pce-sz1gi]

May your cousin Rest In Peace. I am certain he did have much peace during his illness. I am a heroin addict, 48 years sober.

[@pce-sz1gi]

Cynthia Noel Please forgive me for the glaring errors I made on my comment. I meant nephew and that your loved one had no peace during his illness. Again, please accept my sincere apology.

[@cherylclyne9145]

Thanks Kari! I had no idea that these items were used at all, makes a lot of sense though now that you've shown and explained everything! :)

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks Cheryl!

[@snoopy1965]

Thanks for being you and explaining things like you do. God blessings and love

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@Jaye11]

Very interesting- I never knew this and you do such a great job at modeling them.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks!

[@mrs.j.p.d]

Im always learning so much and you make it interesting😊👍

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@nitaleach6816]

Thank you for sharing. Most people have NO IDEA WHAT THE BODY GOES THREW JUST SO THE FAMILY CAN VIEW. I WORKED FOR A REMOVAL SERVICE. I HAD NO IDEA UNTIL THEN.

[@KaritheMortician]

There are a lot of behind the scenes things

[@kendrahwhyte9960]

Kari Lovely Lady Since a lot of people are plastic while alive, plastic undergarments are perfect!

[@KaritheMortician]

:)

[@yvetteguerra358]

Does body decompose different with the overall plastic? My Mom had one and I always wonder how all the water aqumilated and leakage will affect the decompose process?

[@KaritheMortician]

It contains moisture so it will affect things

[@marymn11]

your modelling was just the right touch.....

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@barbaradoolin4514]

Thanks for your information!

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nahlasencounters8034]

Do the deceased wear shoes over these garments? An why do they only leave half of the casket open when viewing?

[@KaritheMortician]

That is the style of casket. There are caskets that are fully open. If someone brings shoes and they fit we put them on.

[@nahlasencounters8034]

@@KaritheMortician thank you for your response.

[@elizabethrichards7969]

Kari you have such a cool comforting presence you explain everything in detail l can see that you truly love your profession .. thank you for sharing this information

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you so much!

[@dawandabocanegra8935]

My grandmother died when I was a child in 1989 and I thought I felt a trash bag under her and was so upset I thought they were going to do something crazy with her body and reuse the casket. This is helpful to know it was probably an undergarment.

[@KaritheMortician]

This could be the answer

[@stevesouden1699]

Duppy that rass cloth

[@stephaniehowe0973]

💙

[@davemcddd]

I never even gave this subject a thought before, but this video makes perfect sense! Thank you for doing this!

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasonfaber1463]

How do you prepare a body for a closed casket service? Does the body get the same treatment in a closed casket as one that gets prepared for a viewing?

[@maria-dawnw3595]

Great question! My father has edema. I will be the only person viewing him and I don't care if he's leaking... I don't want him in plastic... I want his body to be able to drain over time

[@jasonfaber1463]

@@maria-dawnw3595 though I’m sure morticians don’t like family watching their loved ones getting embalmed, I’m sure you can insist on watching the procedure if you demand it. I wanted to be a Mortician and if I followed through I would frown upon it but I would most likely concede to allowing it but would advise them of what they’ll see and observe.

[@maria-dawnw3595]

@@jasonfaber1463 I'm not wanting to observe the embalming. I just don't want the care team to dress my father in plastic beneath his clothing. The Mortuary is very concerned with "presentation". I will be the only person to view my father (for ID purposes prior to sealing the casket). I don't care about "presentation" He was carrying about 100lbs of endemic fluid when he passed. I merely want that fluid to drain away from his body rather than collect in a wearable zip lock baggie.

[@cierakitty]

Well, like in a really bad auto accident, burned etc. a body bag is used, about all they can do, closed casket of course. Usually no way to embalm (all would come back out) due to deep wounds, gashes and such, not sure about clothing. If found dead at a later date...too far gone to do anything to the body but just put it in a bag.

[@andymarmen7940]

Glad to see that most of these would allow the wearer to walk - just in case.

[@GaZonk100]

haha!

[@kat35lulu88]

I see your point.

[@billsventure]

When my friend died she had her husband's ashes . I rented a boat took them out just off the Montauk lighthouse mixed them together and put them in the ocean. She discussed it with me before she passed and was so happy I would do it. I think of her often sleep well my friend.

[@KaritheMortician]

Sounds like an act of love

[@mikearena1246]

Those are good for when it is winter

[@KaritheMortician]

NOt sure there is any heat benefit

[@evelynbailey1244]

Yes, I was panicking when I saw my son in casket. It didn't look like him. I thought they mixed us up with another family. I started unbuttoning his shirt and was horrified to find plastic covering his chest. I was trying to find his tattoos and a arm scare. An autopsy was done. But, me not knowing was terrible. I didn't want my son body covered in plastic. It felt disrespect to me. But, now I know the reason. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

Very sorry for your heartbreak

[@evelynbailey1244]

@@KaritheMortician Thank you. My son's death was very tragic. Left behind 2 small children. He took something and laced with Fentynl . 38 yrs old. Thank you very much.

[@rucianapollard7098]

@@evelynbailey1244 I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my brother in a car accident and when we viewed him at the funeral home, he had bruises on his check and a long deep scar on the other side of his face. The funeral director told my mom that the scar on his face was no problem because it wasn't on the viewing side. I thought they could have done a better job.

[@jenpierce2385]

Thanks for being so kind and you are so interesting

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you

[@ms.martiegallego8834]

They used this on my cousin, they said due to the many intravenous needles used in the hospital she was seeping from them !! So they wrapped almost her full body !!

[@wendyrowland7787]

I am thinking there should be a less crackly plastic that could make these garments.

[@KaritheMortician]

Possibly

[@goosubux]

Good Morning! You are looking great! I never realized or considered that those types of "clothing" may be used, especially under certain circumstances.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@user-tw2gz4eh5c]

You are awesome. I randomly found this and thought it was educational and you’re professional. 👍🏾

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@luannm-crazycatlady6621]

I learn so much from you. Thank you!

[@KaritheMortician]

You are welcome!

[@deborahyoung9713]

Thank you for this presentation. Only you could model plastic wear for the dead with such finesse. I cannot imagine any FD who I know would don these items. It was very informative and I could understand exactly the purpose of each piece. Thank you again.

[@KaritheMortician]

It was the easiest way to show them!

[@deborahyoung9713]

@@KaritheMortician I understand that but only you would think of her followers first. You made it very easy to see the purpose of each garment without fear of looking uncomfortable. Your matter-of-fact manner is one of the elements that allows you to talk about difficult and emotional issues in such an effective way. Hurting people can hear what you say because you are putting them first. If you have to model plastic undergarments to explain what you are saying, so be it. Thank you.

[@blendedblush]

Oh Kari! God bless you! I love how your so educational and my god did you make me snort laugh in this video! But seriously, thank you for this! We wouldn't know otherwise!! Xxx

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks :)

[@saltlifegull4091]

No one would believe a lovely lady like Kari is a Mortician, lol! Who the heck ever knew. How did I stumble across this? You go girl!

[@KaritheMortician]

:) Thank you!

[@joycesmith9777]

My aunt had cancer and when we went to view her after the mortician had finished, both legs were wrapped in plastic, but, it looked like saran wrap. Didn't get it, but, having seen this, I understand better.

[@KaritheMortician]

We do use saran wrap often also.

[@joycesmith9777]

@@KaritheMortician Ok. But why? Was my aunt's cancer the reason for them wrapping her legs? When my mom died, her legs weren't wrapped.

[@prettykitty3570]

Thanks so much for taking the time to share these things. Of course, I'm not interested in this line of work but I was always curious about a lot of things and u answer those questions in my mind. This is also educational for those who want to make embalming a career.

[@dannyoneil5058]

Your very respectful of the departed.

[@KaritheMortician]

Thank you!

[@shanecoopershow]

you're amazing your authenticity is intoxicating thank you for your contributions to humanity

[@KaritheMortician]

Thanks so much!

[@snowbunny1066]

When my nana passed they used plastic wrap on her right arm. She was leaking fro where the iv was in. It wasnt bulky cause they wrapped it pretty tight. I'm talking about the wrap we use on our food. It looked much nicer cause she had a dress with lace sleeves. Have you ever used plastic wrap?

[@macca777]

Yep, I recommend Glad Wrap.

[@KaritheMortician]

Yes I have used it when it is a small area and a minimal leakage

[@ryans7146]

I saw this video and clicked on it because I had questions, but I have way more questions coming out of this video than I had going in. Now I have to go scroll your channel to see if I can find answers! Thanks for the video!

[@plexiebariento8904]

Very interesting and informative. Now that is what I felt, crunchy sound, under my relative suit.

[@KaritheMortician]

So glad it answered a question for you!

[@jaybales3160]

Enjoyed watching and learning. Thank you.

[@KaritheMortician]

Glad you enjoyed it