The Funeral Director

Death and Dying

  •“The funeral service profession is unlike any other.  On one hand it is a business with merchandise being sold, and services being performed; and on the other hand, it is a profession similar to the law or medicine.  It is very doubtful that anyone could talk you into a funeral service career.  Those of us who practice the profession of funeral service have heard a ‘calling’ similar to that of the ministry, priesthood, or other religious service to mankind.”
Dr. Duke Kloss, PhD, LFD

   Today's Funeral Director was once known as the Undertaker.  The role of both the funeral and the funeral director has evolved and changed dramatically over the years.  The following links help to discuss stereotypes and stigmas involved with the funeral director.  These links are meant to present both sides of the debate about this particular death professional.

 

Powerpoint on Funeral Directors

Interview with San Antonio Funeral Director

The American Way Of Death

NFDA

Facts

 

Projected Funeral Costs

Webpage created by Stephanie Grusy

for Dr. Kearl's class Death and Dying

Last Updated April 15, 2002