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Typically, the person who officiates the funeral service will run the order of service.This can include: Reading of the life story or eulogyPlaying musicPlaying a memorial videoOffering a time of remembrance Offering prayers or reading of poemsIntroduce military honors or funeral ritesPresenting announcements for the graveside service, luncheon, family gathering or other directorsIn the state of Oregon, any unlicensed person is allowed to run the funeral service, as long as they are not accepting payment of the services. In order to accept payments for officiating a funeral service, a person must be licensed.The officiant may be a clergy member, a celebrant, a family or community member. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In the state of Oregon, any unlicensed person is allowed to run the funeral service, as long as they are not accepting payment of the services. In order to accept payments for officiating a funeral service, a person must be licensed. Typically, the person who officiates the funeral service will run the order of service. The officiant will gather music to play at the service, read the eulogy and often will say a prayer or present a poem in honor of the individual who passed. They may facilitate funeral rituals, such as a committal, rosary or the scattering of ashes.A celebrant is someone who is not affiliated with any religious organization and can help organize and run a funeral service. These professionals have gone through training on how to eulogize a person and specialize in running a celebration of life. Often the focus of a celebrant is to personalize the funeral for the family. They will design a ceremony that is tailored to the beliefs, values, and desires of the surviving family members. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In the state of Oregon, any unlicensed person is allowed to run the funeral service, as long as they are not accepting payment of the services. In order to accept payments for officiating a funeral service, a person must be licensed. Typically, the person who officiates the funeral service will run the order of service. The officiant will gather music to play at the service, read the eulogy and often will say a prayer or present a poem in honor of the individual who passed. They may facilitate funeral rituals, such as a committal, rosary or the scattering of ashes.Run order of serviceHelp organize the serviceFacilitate funeral ritualsSend us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about types of cemeteries that you might find when looking for a final resting place for a loved one. In this podcast, Brian talks about how a cemetery is considered a pioneer cemetery. The State of Oregon defines a "pioneer cemetery" as "any burial place that contains the remains of one or more persons who died before February 14, 1909", which is the 50th anniversary of Oregon's statehood. Brian talks about Alder Grove cemetery in Waldport as an example of a pioneer cemetery as well as Eureka Cemetery in Newport, Oregon. Some pioneer cemeteries still have spaces available to do burials, like Eureka Cemetery, while others are full and are no longer accepting burials. There are some cemeteries that no longer accept casket burial but do allow for urn burial or burial in a mausoleum space but no longer have ground cemetery space available. https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/38526/alder-grove-cemeteryhttps://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/38754/eureka-cemetery-and-mausoleumSend us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about types of cemeteries that you might find when looking for a final resting place for a loved one. In this podcast, Brian talks about how a cemetery is designated a memorial park versus a traditional cemetery. He talks about the perpetual care and types of headstone or markers allowed in the different types of cemeteries. Memorial parks are a newer type of cemetery introduced about 75 years ago. They are parks and gardens where memorials (instead of tombstones) are placed level with the ground to blend with the beauty of the landscape. They often feature expansive lawns with a variety of trees, flower beds and gardens, as well as benches, memorial statues to create reflective landscaping.A traditional cemetery has a variety of tombstones from upright monuments, usually made of stone to flat markers. Because many have functioned in their communities for over 100 years, traditional cemeteries typically contain a great deal of history.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about types of cemeteries that you might find when looking for a final resting place for a loved one. In this podcast, Brian talks about how a cemetery can be an environmentally friendly green cemetery. From scattering options, urn burial and casket burial, Brian goes through the different options for green burial. Brian talks about the different options families have for a green service and disposition including aquamation, burial, cremation and natural decomposition. This also explores different urn and casket options available for burial at a green cemeterySend us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about your options for final disposition and a final resting place for a loved one. For this podcast, Brian talks about the different options families have for a green service and disposition including aquamation, burial, cremation and natural decomposition. From burial to cremation options, Brian talks about the different ways that families can incorporate a smaller carbon footprint and giving back to the earth with their final wishes. With an at sea disposition, Brian talks about the options for casket and urn burial and the considerations that may be involved with a service at sea. For in land burial at a cemetery, Brian talks about different available methods for scattering ashes, burial of urns and caskets and memorialization at a green cemetery. Brian also talks about ways to celebrate a life while incorporating a green service or disposition such as military honors, online memorials and living memorials. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about your options for final disposition and a final resting place for a loved one. For this podcast, Brian talks about options for burial as a final disposition. In this episode, Brian talks about burial regulations in Oregon and why people may choose different types of burial. He talks about how cemeteries can have their own requirements for burial and even different sections of the cemetery for different types of burial, such as a green burial section. This episode covers examples of regulations for urn burial, mausoleum entombment, and burial at cemeteries such as memorial gardens and pioneer cemeteries. Brian also covers urn and casket burial requirements at a national cemetery. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this trilogy, Brian talks about your options for final disposition and a final resting place for a loved one. For this podcast, Brian talks about the different options families have for a final disposition. For burial, there are three different resting place options: above ground, in the ground or at sea. A body can be entombed in a mausoleum or buried in a cemetery. At sea, a body can be released into the ocean in a biodegradable container that is weighted. If cremation is chosen, there are several different options. An urn can be buried in the ground at a cemetery, urn garden or memorial garden. Like a casket can be placed in a crypt, an urn can be entombed in a niche. A biodegradable urn can be released at sea, or in an inland body of water. A well known option is that cremains can be scattered or kept at the home of a loved one.Additionally, Brian talks about body donation and scattering at sea performed by the Navy. https://www.epa.gov/marine-protection-permitting/burial-seaSend us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this podcast, Brian goes over different types of funeral services. For this episode, he talks about LDS (Mormon), Lutheran, Presbyterian, Russian Orthodox and Jewish funerals. Brian talks about different Latter Day Saint/LDS funeral rituals and traditions you may see if you attend an LDS funeral. He talks about religious clothing that you may see if there is a visitation before the funeral. Brian also explains the difference between a funeral for a person who had gone through the temple and one who had not.In this podcast, Brian talks about different Lutheran rituals and traditions you may see if you attend a Lutheran funeral. He talks about holy communion and how you may hear the Lord's Prayer said during the service.  Brian also discusses the Apostles Creed and many other rituals you may see if you attend a Lutheran funeral.Brian talks about different Presbyterian traditional that may happen at a funeral. He talks about that readings of scripture and hymns that you may hear. If you choose, you may use the kneelers but do not have to participate in kneeling in prayer. There will be a short sermon to accompany the prayers that are given during the service. In this episode, Brian talks about different Russian Orthodox rituals and traditions you may see. He talks about the reading of Psalms 118 and hearing a cantor at the funeral. Brian also talks about the rituals that will happen at a graveside burial at a Russian Orthodox funeral such as a processional and prayers.  In this episode, Brian talks about different Jewish rituals and traditions you may see if you attend a Jewish funeral. He explains the requirements for the casket, the natural burial, and the Shiva society. Brian also talks about different requests that may be made, such as holes being made in the casket to allow for a more natural burial.If you have any questions, or have another religion you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected]. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This podcast features a recording from a seminar that Brian presented at.  The seminar was focused on common questions that are asked about the funeral industry, such as whether a prepaid funeral service can be altered and what a travel protection plan is. Brian also answers questions from the audience in this recording.  In this episode, he covers pre-needs and how to make sure that your final expenses are covered for your unique situation.  Brian also addresses who is the legal next of kin, death certificates and answers questions the audience has.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Grief is a difficult subject to talk about, especially when talking about it to a child for the first time. Brian talks about ways to help a child process grief and understand the permanence of death. He covers how grief can be expressed through the body and through actions, as well as how to explain the feeling of grief to a child. There are activities that Brian suggests, which are linked in the description below. Brian also talks about how grief can change a child or young adult. Below are some of the resources that Brian refers to from The Dougy Center.https://www.dougy.org/grief-support-resources/kidshttps://www.dougy.org/grief-support-resources/teenshttps://www.dougy.org/news-media/podcastsSend us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 taking care of your final arrangements. In this episode, he covers preneeds and how to make sure that your final expenses are covered for your unique situation.  Brian also addresses military funeral benefits, death certificates and answers questions the audience has. If you did not listen to day one, make sure to go back and listen to it!For more information about preneeds you can visit our website: https://www.batemanpacificview.com or email us at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 taking care of your final arrangements. In this episode, he covers the different types of final dispositions are including burial, cremation, ship out, aquamation, organic decomposition and more.  Brian also addresses who is your legal Next of Kin, what it means to do an Appointment of Another and answers questions the audience has. Stay tuned for Day Two! For more information about legal Next of Kin you can visit our website: https://www.batemanpacificview.com or email us at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

When someone has died by suicide, there can be a lot of emotions and heartache involved. There can be a lot of questions on how to talk about the person after they have died and how to celebrate their life. In this episode, Brian will be talking about planning a funeral for someone who has died by suicide. If you are contemplating suicide or believe a loved one is, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or text the crisis text line at 741741. This is a very hard topic, and if you need to come back to it later, listen in pieces or take breaks, that is understandable and normal.Brian talks through different feelings that may occur after a death by suicide has happened, how to plan the funeral and tips if you will be attending a funeral for someone who has died by suicide.Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255Crisis text line: 741741.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

An accidental death can cause a lot of confusion and grief. Holding a service for a loved one who has died in an accident can be stressful and overwhelming. There are many things to consider after an unexpected or sudden death, especially when planning a service. In this episode, Brian talks about the different parts of a service and how they can be impacted by a sudden death. Brian also addresses what happens when a suicide occurs and the common questions families have about autopsy and suicide. Brian Norris talks about what happens when someone dies unexpectedly and the process that the family will go through once the authorities have been notified of the death. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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.  In this episode, Brian talks about the common types of accidental deaths and the process of a person getting an autopsy done. He answers common questions about the process such as "Can I have a funeral after an autopsy is done" and "what should I expect if an autopsy is needed?". If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

While most deaths today are due to chronic illness such as heart disease and cancers, death can occur unexpectedly in accidents and sudden severe illness. This is why it is important to start the conversation about final wishes early. In this episode, Brian talks about what things should be addressed in a conversation about death. He explains what information your funeral director will need to know in an arrangement conference and what to write down during the conversation. He also talks about what items should be brought to an arrangement conference and different documents that would be helpful to have located.To learn more about Next of Kin, you can watch this video where Brian explains ORS.97.130. To find an Appointment of Another form, you can locate it on  our website under forms.  To start the pre-arrangement process with Bateman Funeral Home, you can visit our website or call 541-265-2751. If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Grief is a difficult subject to talk about, especially when talking about it to a child for the first time. Brian talks about ways to help a child process grief and understand the permanence of death. He covers how grief can be expressed through the body and through actions, as well as how to explain the feeling of grief to a child. There are activities that Brian suggests, which are linked in the description below. Brian also talks about how grief can change a child or young adult. Below are some of the resources that Brian refers to from The Dougy Center.https://www.dougy.org/grief-support-resources/kidshttps://www.dougy.org/grief-support-resources/teenshttps://www.dougy.org/news-media/podcastsIf you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Deciding whether or not to bring a child to a funeral is a very difficult and sometimes overwhelming decision. Brian Norris talks about how to decide whether a child should attend a funeral and how to present the choice of whether to go or not to a child. This podcast references an article written by  Kenneth J. Doka, Ph.D., a professor of psychology and counseling at the College of New Rochelle and a senior consultant to the Hospice Foundation of America called "should children attend funerals". To read that article, please follow the link below:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/good-mourning/201805/should-children-attend-funeralsIf you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this podcast, Brian interviews Theresa from Samaritan Evergreen Hospice. Theresa Karlik is an RN and the manager of Samaritan’s coastal hospice team for Samaritan Evergreen Hospice. The coastal hospice team, based in Newport, provides hospice care to patients throughout Lincoln County and into Tillamook County.  This interview focused on the mission of hospice and end of life care. Brian asks her about what is needed to go onto hospice, how hospice is different than palliative care and much more.You can find out more about Samaritan Evergreen Hospice by visiting their website https://www.samhealth.org/find-a-location/s/samaritan-evergreen-hospice-coast or calling 541-574-1811. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Pre-planning is determining the details of your funeral and cemetery services in advance. To some, this may sound like a difficult conversation. But putting a plan in place is actually a smart and caring thing to do that helps to reduce stress and help make things easier in the future. In this trilogy, Brian talks about pre-arrangements and preneed appointments. This episode covers the guiding questions that can be helpful to use when writing out your final wishes. It also helps you start the conversation with a loved one so that at least one person knows what you want done for your funeral. Here are some guiding questions to use when making your final decisions:Are there specific funeral rituals you would like followed? Rosary, committal prayer, visitation, etc.)Do you prefer cremation or burial?Do you want to be buried in the ground, above ground, or scattered?Is there a specific place that you would want to be your final resting place?When someone asks you where you worked or what you did, what is your typical answer?Would you like flowers at your funeral? Would you prefer a living memorial with a memorial tree planted instead of flowers?Is there a charity or organization you would like people to donate to in your honor?To find an Appointment of Another form, you can locate it on  our website under forms.  To start the pre-arrangement process with Bateman Funeral Home, you can visit our website or call 541-265-2751. If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Pre-planning is determining the details of your funeral and cemetery services in advance. To some, this may sound like a difficult conversation. But putting a plan in place is actually a smart and caring thing to do that helps to reduce stress and help make things easier in the future. In this trilogy, Brian talks about pre-arrangements and preneed appointments. For this episode, Brian covers what items would be best to put together before a pre-arrangement appointment. This is meant to be a easy first step before going into the full conversation about your final wishes. To find an Appointment of Another form, you can locate it on  our website under forms.  To start the pre-arrangement process with Bateman Funeral Home, you can visit our website or call 541-265-2751. If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this podcast, Brian explains what embalming is and why a person may choose to be embalmed. He talks about circumstances when embalming is required and some of the benefits of choosing embalming. Brian explains the laws surrounding embalming in Oregon and how they are similar to most other states in America. The episode also covers how funeral homes are regulated in regards to embalming. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this podcast, Brian talks about burial regulations in Oregon and why people may choose different types of burial. He talks about how  cemeteries can have their own requirements for burial and even different sections of the cemetery for different types of burial, such as a green burial section. This episode covers examples of regulations for urn burial, mausoleum entombment, and burial at cemeteries such as memorial gardens and pioneer cemeteries.  This podcast also covers information about what a green burial is, vaults, markers and plot pre-arrangements.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

In this podcast, Brian talks about how legal next of kin is decided in the state of Oregon. He explains the legal ranking and how the funeral home uses this ranking. This episode talks about types of power of attorney and how that power dies on death. Brian also explains how a will impacts next of kin. The podcast addresses how to appoint a person as in charge of final wishes and why that may be used. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is focused on travel and funerals. Holding an online memorial for a loved one can be very healing for loved ones near and far.  In this episode, Brian talks about ideas for creating an online memorial that friends and family around the world can attend. This podcast covers many ways to honor a loved one online from making a video tribute to creating an online obituary page.  Brian talks about how to live stream a memorial or funeral service and utilize an online obituary for open sharing. This podcast also outlines tips on memorializing social media accounts, how to utilize a variety of features that are included in an online obituary, such as photos and a tribute wall and how to create a video tribute and online service folders.If you want to learn more about our memorialization options, visit our website at batemanpacificview.com or email [email protected]. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is focused on travel and funerals. 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 loved one go through. Lastly, she explains the parts of a pre-arrangement and what can be included in a persons' final wishes.If you would like to learn more about Sepio Guard Away from Home Assurance, you can check out their informational video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YaQWoNhwFcU?si=ulndgHqdW_fahzbEThe peace of mind of not having to deal with a death away from home alone.Learn more about away from home assurance through Sepio Guard: https://store.sepioguard.com/?ref=&sid=6490a0ce33d58e001446e248To explore your options and learn more about pre-planning, check out our online resourceshttps://perfectpreneed.com/?funeral_home_guid=0E6B7834-35C9-49EB-903B-DBEF8DA2A1A8Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is focused on travel and funerals. In this podcast, Brian talks about how to travel with an urn and take it on a plane. There have been a lot of changes with the added security in airports in the last few decades. Brian talks about the process of how to take an urn on a plane both internationally and nationally. Additionally, Brian talks about different ways to transport an urn home, such as shipping an urn through USPS.If you want to learn more about our urn options, visit our website at batemanpacificview.com or email [email protected]. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Today we have a special broadcast about estate planning and wills. Brian Haggerty is a lawyer focusing his practice on wills, estate planning, trusts and elder law. Brian graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Michigan State University in 1979, and earned his Juris Doctor degree, with a certificate in federal tax law, from Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College in 1997, passing the Oregon bar the following year. In between, Brian spent twelve years as a tax consultant, and keeps current on the tax aspects of his legal work.If a family member has died without a will or trust, what happens?What is the probate process?Can a will or trust be avoided through joint ownership?What is an estate plan and why should people consider having one?How often should an estate plan be updated?What is the difference between a will and revocable trust?What should the audience bring with them to an estate planning appointment?Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is exploring pre-arrangements and beginning your journey of writing down your final wishes. Brian talks about what a national cemetery is and who can be buried in it. He addresses the different groups of individuals who are eligible for burial and what is needed to establish eligibility. The recording also covers information about vault and liner requirements and the minimum container requirements for burial and entombment. He covers military funeral honors, markers, headstones, and more. Brian also talks about what rights can only be performed at a national or state cemetery, and what can be done if the veteran chooses a private cemetery. Lastly, Brian covers how to apply for these benefits. If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is exploring pre-arrangements and beginning your journey of writing down your final wishes. In this episode, Brian talks about several small steps you can take to make sure that your wishes are recorded and followed after you have passed including utilizing a preplanning guide, legacy planning, whether a travel protection plan is right for you and what to do to appoint your next of kin. For this episode, Brian talks about the financial side of a pre-arrangement. If you did not fully fund the pre-arrangement, there are several things you can do to help cover the costs for your loved ones. These could include: assigning a life insurance policy to the funeral homeproviding military discharge paperwork if you servedproviding tribal information to the funeral home to allow access to tribal funeral benefitsproviding information for your social security benefitscreating a funeral trustcreating a dedicated savings accountIf your pre-arrangement was fully funded, here are a few tips and things to consider:Keep a copyEnsure it is fully portableDiscuss other costs that may come up regarding your wishes with your funeral home If you have already created your pre-arrangement with a funeral home, you may have already discussed what you want to do for your final resting place. With funeral homes that also owned a cemetery or mausoleum, during the pre-arrangement you may have already bought a plot or crypt. If you have not made those plans yet, Brian talks about different ideas to consider when looking at what to do for a final resting place.If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

This trilogy is exploring pre-arrangements and beginning your journey of writing down your final wishes.  While most deaths today are due to chronic illness such as heart disease and cancers, death can occur unexpectedly in accidents and sudden severe illness. This is why it is important to start the conversation about final wishes early. In this episode, Brian talks about what things should be addressed in a conversation about death. He explains what information your funeral director will need to know in an arrangement conference and what to write down during the conversation. He also talks about what items should be brought to an arrangement conference and different documents that would be helpful to have located.To learn more about Next of Kin, you can watch this video where Brian explains ORS.97.130. To find an Appointment of Another form, you can locate it on  our website under forms.  To start the pre-arrangement process with Bateman Funeral Home, you can visit our website or call 541-265-2751. If you have any questions, or have another topic you would like The Last Track to cover, you can email Brian at [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 taking care of your final arrangements. In this episode, he covers pre-needs and how to make sure that your final expenses are covered for your unique situation.  Brian also addresses military funeral benefits, death certificates and answers questions the audience has. If you would like to learn more about Sepio Guard Away from Home Assurance, you can check out their informational video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YaQWoNhwFcU?si=ulndgHqdW_fahzbEThe peace of mind of not having to deal with a death away from home alone.Learn more about away from home assurance through Sepio Guard: https://store.sepioguard.com/?ref=&sid=6490a0ce33d58e001446e248To explore your options and learn more about pre-planning, check out our online resourceshttps://perfectpreneed.com/?funeral_home_guid=0E6B7834-35C9-49EB-903B-DBEF8DA2A1A8Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 taking care of your final arrangements. In this episode, he covers the different types of final dispositions are including burial, cremation, ship out, aquamation, organic decomposition and more.  Brian also addresses who is your legal Next of Kin, what it means to do an Appointment of Another and answers questions the audience has. If you would like to learn more about Sepio Guard Away from Home Assurance, you can check out their informational video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YaQWoNhwFcU?si=ulndgHqdW_fahzbEThe peace of mind of not having to deal with a death away from home alone.Learn more about away from home assurance through Sepio Guard: https://store.sepioguard.com/?ref=&sid=6490a0ce33d58e001446e248To explore your options and learn more about pre-planning, check out our online resourceshttps://perfectpreneed.com/?funeral_home_guid=0E6B7834-35C9-49EB-903B-DBEF8DA2A1A8Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 loved one go through. Lastly, she explains the parts of a pre-arrangement and what can be included in a persons' final wishes. If you would like to learn more about Sepio Guard Away from Home Assurance, you can check out their informational video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YaQWoNhwFcU?si=ulndgHqdW_fahzbEThe peace of mind of not having to deal with a death away from home alone.Learn more about away from home assurance through Sepio Guard: https://store.sepioguard.com/?ref=&sid=6490a0ce33d58e001446e248To explore your options and learn more about pre-planning, check out our online resourceshttps://perfectpreneed.com/?funeral_home_guid=0E6B7834-35C9-49EB-903B-DBEF8DA2A1A8Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 options for headstones.   Brian also goes over the following considerations for why burial or cremation may be a better fit for you:What type of service do you want?How much do you and your loved ones want to spend the funeral?Where do you want to hold your service?Are there final disposition wishes to take into account?What memorialization desires do you have?Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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?Can only veterans be buried at sea?What are my options for the urn after cremation?Can I still be buried with my spouse if I choose cremation and they choose burial?Can all of my ashes be turned into art?Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 scattering and memorial gardens. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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 Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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.  In this episode, Brian talks about the common types of accidental deaths and the process of a person getting an autopsy done. He answers common questions about the process such as "Can I have a funeral after an autopsy is done" and "what should I expect if an autopsy is needed?". Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Please note The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline OR Text HOME to 741741.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. An accidental death can cause a lot of confusion and grief. Holding a service for a loved one who has died in an accident can be stressful and overwhelming. There are many things to consider after an unexpected or sudden death, especially when planning a service. In this episode, Brian talks about the different parts of a service and how they can be impacted by a sudden death. Brian also addresses what happens when a suicide occurs and the common questions families have about autopsy and suicide. This is the second in a three part series talking about types of accidental deaths, autopsy, and planning a funeral after the unexpected sudden death. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

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. The "Accidental Death" trilogy is focused on what happens when someone dies unattended. In this episode, Brian covers the process that happens if there is an unattended death from time of death to meeting with a funeral director. This generally means that the death happened in an accident, at the home with no one present or outside of the home such as at a workplace.  This is the first in a three part series talking about types of accidental deaths, autopsy, and planning a funeral after the unexpected sudden death. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

When someone has died by suicide, there can be a lot of emotions and heartache involved. There can be a lot of questions on how to talk about the person after they have died and how to celebrate their life. In this episode, Brian addresses common questions people have when preparing to attend a funeral for someone who died by suicide. He talks about how a view may look like, what could occur at the funeral and the reception after. If you are contemplating suicide or believe a loved one is, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or text the crisis text line at 741741. This is a very hard topic, and if you need to come back to it later, listen in pieces or or take breaks, that is understandable and normal.Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255Crisis text line: 741741.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

If you have not attended a funeral before or don't know the funeral customs of the person who has passed away, the idea of attending can be overwhelming. It is perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed, especially when grieving. This quick guide will talk about the most common funeral traditions. Please note this is not a complete guide and it is best to ask about any specific customs that will be observed. In this episode, Brian talks about and explains each part of a traditional funeral. He addresses typical customs for a viewing and the before service customs. Then he addresses the common outline of a funeral from a eulogy to a final prayer. Brian then talks about how to process to a graveside and what to expect at a reception after the funeral.If you have any customs or etiquette that you would like this podcast to cover, please send an email to [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

If you have not attended a funeral before or don't know the funeral customs of the person who has passed away, the idea of attending can be overwhelming. It is perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed, especially when grieving. This quick guide will talk about the most common funeral traditions. Please note this is not a complete guide and it is best to ask about any specific customs that will be observed. In this episode, Brian talks about military honors and the different levels that are performed from taps to a 21 gun salute. He talks about police and fire funeral customs that are held. The episode addresses how customs can involve special clothing, flowers or art work. If you have other customs you would like this podcast to cover, please send an email to [email protected] us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Have you ever wondered what a columbarium is?In this video, Brian talks about what a columbarium is and what to expect if you choose interment in a niche. He goes over the regulations that surround interment in a columbarium and different costs that would be involved with this final resting place. Brian also talks about ways to personalize interment in a columbarium to reflect the wishes of the person who has passed.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 

Have you ever wondered what a mausoleum is?In this video, Brian talks about what a mausoleum is and what to expect if you choose interment in a crypt. He goes over the regulations that surround interment in a mausoleum and different costs that would be involved with this final resting place. Brian also talks about ways to personalize interment in a mausoleum to reflect the wishes of the person who has passed.Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, OregonVisit Bateman Funeral Home's websiteFollow us on Facebook Email us at [email protected] more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track.