When Death Occurs Away From Home
Death away from home is very unexpected, but it does happen. Should a member of your family pass away while you are away and your wish is for us to ultimately handle their service, please call us at any time and we will be able to assist you in getting them home.
Death Inside The United States
When the death occurs within the United States, the family has the option to transport the body back to the home state or town. This usually requires the use of two funeral homes to provide a part of the services. The first funeral home at the location of death will collect and prepare the body for transport and the second funeral home will receive the body and conduct any services the family would like to hold.
Death Outside The United States
When a death occurs outside of the United States, the family can have the body returned. The preparation and shipment will be done according to the laws and customs of the country where the death occurred. Embalming isn’t widely practiced in other countries, however there are other methods to prepare the body for shipment. The family will also have the option to bury the deceased in the country where the death occurred or have the remains cremated and returned to the United States through the mail or air services with the family.
