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THINKING
THE UNTHINKABLE
In a culture such as ours that is so steeped in scientific knowledge and medical information, it would be unthinkable to mistake death with anything else. A death certificate is a requirement for burial. However, two and three centuries ago, when comatose and unconscious individuals were not so easily distinguishable from the death, it was possible for people to be buried alive. With this in mind, coffins were outfitted with safety devices that would enable buried individuals to convey their status to the world. In most cases, a string attached from the hand of the buried persons to an above - ground bell was rigged to the coffin. Some so-called “safety coffins” may have been supplied with food and water.
Whatever your particular style, taste or preference, we’re here to help you with funeral services. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 233 Broadview Ave, Warrenton, we understand the feelings of loss and grief that can overwhelm you at a time like this. For a tour, call 347-3431.
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moserfh@blackhawke.net "Have me decently buried , but do not let my body be put into a vault in less
than hw> days after I am dead ." - dying request of George Washington
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