The Last Track

Oct 03 2024 151 ep. 15 mins 1

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Bateman Funeral Home is focused on helping people showcase their life story in their final wishes. This podcast is designed to provide tips and tools, as well as answer common questions about the funeral industry, to help people navigate the funeral planning process.

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Peace of Mind Seminar Part Three

Oct 03 2024 28 mins

Legacy planning means something different to each person. It should not be left for “someday” where it could end up creating tension and heartbreak. Brian Norris presented at Oregon Coast Community College Central Campus about how you can create a personalized legacy plan that is right for your family.Listen to a recording of the presentation Brian gave on legacy planning and t

Peace of Mind Seminar Part Two

Oct 03 2024 28 mins

Legacy planning means something different to each person. It should not be left for “someday” where it could end up creating tension and heartbreak. Brian Norris presented at Oregon Coast Community College Central Campus about how you can create a personalized legacy plan that is right for your family.Listen to a recording of the presentation Brian gave on legacy planning and t

Peace of Mind Seminar Part One

Oct 03 2024 13 mins

In this podcast, Lauralee talks about creating peace of mind through pre-planning. She talks about the most common reason people choose to make their pre-arrangements and how making an intentional plan for healing can benefit both the person planning as well as their loved ones. Lauralee explains the acute loss period and how it is a universal process that all people who lose a lov

Choosing Between Burial and Cremation

Sep 03 2024 16 mins

This trilogy is exploring the reasons that individuals may choose cremation or burial. In this podcast, Brian talks about the different benefits for cremation, such as easier transportation out of state and more flexibility for when to hold a memorial. This episode also talks about why a person may prefer burial, such as having a permanent memorial location and personalization opti

Common Questions about Green Services

Sep 03 2024 20 mins

This trilogy is exploring the reasons that individuals may choose cremation or burial. In this podcast, Brian talks about different questions that are frequently asked about both cremation and burial. Some of the questions covered in this episode include:Can I pay for everything at the funeral home or do I have to coordinate with a cemetery too?What costs are associated with burial

Options for Green Cremation and Burial

Sep 03 2024 17 mins

This trilogy is exploring the reasons that individuals may choose cremation or burial. In this podcast, Brian covers what a green final disposition is, a green cemetery is and the different options available. From natural burial, burial at sea and urn burial to a water release or releasing ceremony, this podcast covers many different choices at hand. Brian also talks about scatteri

What is a Funeral Director vs Embalmer?

Aug 03 2024 8 mins

For this trilogy, Brian answers questions about different funeral industry terminology. In this podcast, Brian answers the questions "Are all funeral directors embalmers?" He talks about how those two titles require different licensing, have different education requirements, and gives advice to anyone interested in becoming a funeral director or embalmer.Send us a text

What does a Funeral Director vs Mortician Do?

Aug 03 2024 6 mins

For this trilogy, Brian answers questions about different funeral industry terminology. In this podcast, Brian answers "What is the difference between a funeral director, undertaker, and mortician?". He talks about the different definitions of each of those titles, how their jobs are different and what is required to become licensed in those careers.Send us a text

Different Types of Funeral Homes

Aug 03 2024 7 mins

For this trilogy, Brian answers questions about different funeral industry terminology. In this podcast, Brian answers "What is the difference between a funeral home, mortuary and funeral parlor?" He talks about the history of how funeral parlors started and why that name is still used in some places today. Brian also talks about what the difference between a mortuary and morgue is

What to Expect if an Autopsy Is Needed?

Jul 14 2024 12 mins

Even though most Americans over the last decade have died due to chronic illness, over 2,000 adults die every year in accidents in Oregon alone. In this trilogy, we are going to talk about what to do if a loved one dies in an accident. This is the third in a three part series talking about types of accidental deaths, autopsy, and planning a funeral after the unexpected sudden death