As we wrap up the week we bring you information on the historical topic of mummification – or as mentioned from an article of Live Science –  that refers to it as the “Lost art of embalming the dead” all the way into the present day with an article from Quartz entitled “COVID-19 has accelerated the trend of cremation over burial”.

We also bring you information from the NFDA on how you can receive a certificate as a Certified Cremation Services provider (CCSP) or a Certified Crematory Operator (CCO) through an online program coming up at the end of July and beginning of August.

Finally, among our news is a USA Today article on “Practical tips for live streaming a funeral.

Have a great weekend!!

• Mummification:  The lost art of embalming the dead.  Live Science.
• Cremation Operator’s Certification Information:  From the National Funeral Director’s Association
• Practical tips for live streaming a funeral. USA Today
• Billboards that towered over Washington Park Cemetery to come down.  St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO)
• COVID-19 has accelerated the trend of cremation over burial.  Quartz
• Matthews International hit with 401(k) fiduciary suit.  Pensions & Investments

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