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[-] can@sh.itjust.works 10 points 11 months ago

Are people embalming less because cremation is increasing in popularity?

[-] ImplyingImplications@lemmy.ca 18 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

Yes. The places I worked had about 80% of clients choosing cremation. I assume it's mostly a cost decision. Cremation does not require a casket or a cemetery plot, which are two very expensive items.

[-] can@sh.itjust.works 13 points 11 months ago

Even if I could afford it I'd feel bad taking up the land.

[-] walden@sub.wetshaving.social 11 points 11 months ago

I agree, it always seemed selfish to me.

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