15001MANCHESTER RD. BALLWIN, MO FAX Scan with your QR Reader to visit our mobile site.

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1 15001MANCHESTER RD. BALLWIN, MO CHOUTEAU ST. LOUIS, MO FAX Scan with your QR Reader to visit our mobile site.

2 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS When death takes place, what should I do? In most cases one call to St. Louis Cremation is all that is necessary. Our staff transports your loved one to our facility. Once the proper cremation authorization is completed, we will process the death certificate and then the cremation can take place. How can I ensure the integrity of the cremated remains of our loved ones? St. Louis Cremation uses a sophisticated identification procedure that stays with the person at all times. When all of the paper work is finalized the body is placed into an empty cremation chamber. What happens to the cremated remains after cremation? St. Louis Cremation will return the cremated remains as per the family s instructions. We provide a temporary container or the family may purchase a permanent urn. Can I Pre-Pay the cost of cremation? Absolutely. Those funds are placed in a fund required by the state of Missouri. At the time of death we may withdraw the funds set aside for your services. If you pre-pay the cost of cremation, that price is frozen forever and you will not have to pay anything extra if the prices ever go up. How are Social Security and Veterans benefits handled? St. Louis Cremation assists you in applying for death benefits, which are paid directly to you. Veterans may be eligible for cash benefits, cemetery space and a marker if certain requirements are met. What happens if death occurs out of state? You should call St. Louis Cremation and we can handle all of the arrangements. How long does this process take? Before we can proceed with cremation, the state of Missouri requires the original death certificate to be signed by the doctor and filed with vital records. We cannot accept a faxed signature. Once the death certificate is signed and filed we can schedule the cremation. Typically the cremated remains are available in about 3-5 business days. Do I have to be embalmed before I am cremated? No. The state of Missouri does not require a person to be embalmed before cremation as long as the body is kept in refrigeration. We have refrigeration units here so there is no extra cost to the family. Do I have to contract a traditional funeral home? St. Louis Cremation is licensed by the state of Missouri as a funeral home and crematory. Although we are the cremation specialists, we are also a traditional funeral home.

3 I JUST WANT CREMATION... ALL INCLUSIVE CREMATION $1, Five certified copies of the death certificate Cremation and choice of six urns (Lleyton, Fairhaven Ash, Alexander, Sierra White, Polished Cube or Seasons Bronze) ALL INCLUSIVE CREMATION WITH PRIVATE VIEWING $1, Five certified copies of the death certificate Private family viewing in our viewing room for one hour (less than 10 people) Cremation and choice of six urns (Lleyton, Fairhaven Ash, Alexander, Sierra White, Polished Cube or Seasons Bronze) I JUST WANT CREMATION $1, Black plastic urn I JUST WANT CREMATION ( N a t i o n w i d e G u a r a n t e e ) $1, Cremation anywhere in the United States, regardless of if you are traveling, have two home or have relocated Shipping of the cremated remains anywhere in the United States Peace of mind Free online obituary, guestbook, slide show (up to 25 pictures) and music at

4 ... I JUST WANT CREMATION ALL INCLUSIVE CREMATION NATIONWIDE GUARANTEE $1, Five certified copies of the death certificate Choice of six urns (Lleyton, Fairhaven Ash, Alexander, Sierra White, Polished Cube or Seasons Bronze) Cremation anywhere in the United States, regardless of if you are traveling, have two homes or have relocated Shipping of the cremated remains anywhere in the United States CREMATION WITH A SERVICE CREMATION WITH VIEWING $2, Embalming and cloth covered casket Two hour public viewing in our chapel (Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00) Followed by "I Just Want Cremation" CREMATION WITH SERVICE (MEMORIAL, CHURCH OR CEMETERY) $1, "I Just Want Cremation" Use of our chapel for three hours, use of our staff at a church for three hours, or coordination and supervision of services at any local cemetery (required for Catholic Cemeteries). Free online obituary, guestbook, slide show (up to 25 pictures) and music at

5 VETERAN S OPTIONS CREMATION WITH SERVICE AT JEFFERSON BARRACKS NATIONAL CEMETERY $2, Cremation with Service Coordination and supervision of services with Military Honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Motorcycle led procession from the service to JBNC Same service offered to the spouse of a veteran without Military Honors CREMATION WITH HONORS $1, Generate the death certificate, have it signed by the doctor, file with vital records Coordination and supervision of services with Military Honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Same service offered to the spouse of a veteran without Military Honors Cremation DIRECT CREMATION AND SERVICE AT JEFFERSON BARRACKS NATIONAL CEMETERY NO CHARGE For any veteran who dies in a Veterans Administration Medical Center (in the St. Louis area) we will provide a direct cremation and coordination and supervision of services with military honors at JBNC for whatever benefits are available to the veteran. There is no cost to the family.

6 FUNERAL CHOICES TRADITIONAL FUNERAL WITH CREMATION TO FOLLOW: $2, Complete funeral, embalming and preparation, visitation period (Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00) in St. Louis Cremation s Chapel, use of solid oak rental casket, 100 prayer cards, guest register book, acknowledgement cards. TRADITIONAL CHURCH FUNERAL WITH CREMATION TO FOLLOW: $2, Complete funeral, embalming and preparation, visitation period, use of solid oak rental casket, 100 prayer cards, guest register book, acknowledgement cards. TRADITIONAL FUNERAL WITH BURIAL: $3, Complete funeral in St. Louis Cremation s Chapel or Church, embalming and preparation, visitation period, steel sealing casket with choice of colors, hearse from place of service to the cemetery, 100 prayer cards, guest register book, acknowledgement cards.

7 URN SELECTIONS Multipurpose / Scatter $125 Basic Wood $125 Lleyton* $150 Fairhaven Ash* $160 Alexander* $175 KEEPSAKE FULL PORTION URNS Rhapsody Sierra White* $160 Italian White Lleyton $75 Alexander $95 Classic Column $250 Polished Cube* $150 Dark Emerald Lleyton Combination $100 Arlington $275 Seasons Bronze* $175 American Blue Serenity $95 Lleyton Combination $275 Serenity $300 Florentine Rose Serenity Mini $75 Polished Cube $75 Alexander Companion $300 Aegean Bronze Royal Sable Aegean Bronze $75 MEMENTOS Lleyton Large Lleyton Medium $100 Lleyton Petite $50 FLAG CASE Arlington Flag Case ENGRAVING Text $50 Stock Art $75 Custom Art $150 Express Shipping $95 * Available in the All Inclusive Cremation packages. This is a sample of our more popular urns. If you do not see an urn that you like please let us know. All prices are subject to change, but are guaranteed through 2012.

8 MEDICAL SCHOOL DONATION How do I donate my body to medical science? In St. Louis there are two schools that accept bodies to be used for teaching and research. These schools are St. Louis University School of Medicine, and Washington University School of Medicine. A prospective whole body donor must contact one of these schools prior to his or her death and fill out a gift of body donation form. Once this has been accepted, you are officially enrolled in the body donation program. Will the medical school pick up my body and transport it to the medical school? No. It is the responsibility of the donor s family or friends to make arrangements for the transportation of the body from the place of death to the medical school. Will a medical school accept my body after I die if I have not filled out the necessary donation forms? Each school operates differently. Sometimes special arrangements can be made to accept the body of someone who has not signed up in its program. The school will usually consider each case and, based on many different factors, make a decision whether or not to accept the body. If they do not accept, please contact National Body Donor Program ( ), or talk to representative at St. Louis Cremation and they can help you with this process. What is done with my body when the medical school is finished with it? In most cases the body is cremated and the ashes are disposed of in a dignified manner. Check with each school to find out what it does with the ashes. Can my family make arrangements with someone other than a funeral home to transport my body to a medical school? YES, as long as the transportation is done in accordance with the rules and regulations of the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors for the State of Missouri. What if I should die while traveling? ST. LOUIS CREMATION offers travel protection to any individuals who have a paid pre-need plan. While traveling in the continental United States and Canada, we can make necessary arrangements to have your body brought back to St. Louis in the event of your death. (Please be aware that St. Louis Cremation has to be the first call that is made in the event of a death. This plan excludes travel to Hawaii, Florida Keys, and Martha s Vinyard.) Travel protection plan for Medical School donation is $ Can I make prearrangements and prepay for the service? YES. More families than ever are making arrangements in advance. Pre-planning allows you the opportunity to make wise decisions at a convenient time, and provides peace of mind for everyone involved. Pre-payment is recommended because it protects funds against price increases due to inflation and other factors. Can I register my wishes with you now, and defer payments until later? YES. To those who prefer to make their arrangements now but defer payment, you can become a member of St. Louis Cremation at no cost. As a member, we will record your wishes in our files, and you may pay for the arrangements at any time in the future. At the time our services are needed, you pay the current prices. It s easy to register: call us at You will receive a wallet I.D. card identifying you as a registered member. $ The above piece includes transportation from the place of death to the medical school, generating the death certificate, having it signed by the doctor, filing it with the bureau of records, and filing a social security notice. Delivery to Brain Bank $ Courier delivery of death certificate to private medical doctor $75.00 Travel protection $ (Medical school donations only) There is an extra mileage charge of $2.00 per mile (round trip) for removal 25 miles or more from St. Louis Gateway Arch. The fee can be paid by Visa/Mastercard/AmEx or personal check. If you have other questions, the individual schools will be pleased to answer them. St. Louis University School of Medicine Washington University School of Medicine National Body Donor Program CHOUTEAU, ST. LOUIS, MO FAX MANCHESTER ROAD, BALLWIN, MO