When it is all said and done, would you care?

I had a real interesting discussion with a funeral director a couple of days ago. He was giving me a tour of the facility and showing me some of the more expensive caskets. Some of his caskets cost up to $100,000.

What I found even crazier was the fact that they sold.

We briefly discussed burial prices. And, I was very astonished to hear about what some funerals could cost.

I mean, who really needs a $100,000 casket?

He was talking about how comfortable the caskets were. So much so, I almost forgot that we were discussing a dead person.

Personally, once I'm gone, comfort is not an issue. I would rather give the money to my child. He could bury me in a pine box for all I care.

I really wanted to ask him if he has ever dug up a casket and reused it. I just couldn't muster up the nerve.

When I lived in California, there was a big case in which a funeral home was being accused of doing just that. I'm unsure of how the case ended. I do remember that it caused quite a stir.

But, what would prevent someone from doing that?

That is why I find the whole thing ridiculous. And because there are so many people wanting extravagant funerals, the cost are just skyrocketing.

You could easily spend $20,000 - $50,000 on a basic funeral.

I find that simply amazing.

Cremation used to be a cheaper option.

But those prices are rising too.

The Wizard has spoken.