Hello Kari, Thank you for your honest and insightful information as a Funeral Director. I’m a professional Master Cosmetologist for over 40 years. I actually worked on my Mom and Dad to do hair & makeup when they passed. I wasn’t sure I could do this until actually put to the test. However, I have to say I am so glad I did. This was my opportunity to have private time alone with them before the visitation. What a wonderful experience. I was able to talk to them and make them look Amazing for their departure. It was a final gift of Love and Respect that I could provide. Some people have told me that they think it is creepy. But I know different and don’t regret it at all. Someone told me my Mom looked so pretty that they were expecting her to “Sit up”. I take that as a great compliment. Thank you for all you do for the deceased and their families. You provide a most valuable service that many may not appreciate. However I think I get it. Blessings your way my dear, Kevin LaMartina
As someone who worked in a high volume funeral home (Los Angeles) 1,500 cases a year...I can say this is an EXCELLENT video, Kari! You really give people a glimpse into a day in the life of a funeral director! Great work!!!
I don’t understand why people would tell you “oh you just want people to die”... your their to service that person and their families and help give the family closure.. it’s a beautiful thing what you do. When my father unexpectedly passed away, the staff at the funeral home we went to were so nice and caring, they honestly really helped me try to calm my mother and make things easy. Much respect to you and everyone else in the business
Thanks Kari, Its nice that the owners of the funeral homes you work with give you the freedom to walk around and share your daily work and the workings of your days. Its always insightful with the subjects of your video "classes." I'm amazed how you can start your day so calmly and "balanced," showering, doing your hair, getting the kids ready for school and heading out the door to work. Marvelous! No director, make-up person, grip, video technician, grief counseling coach, etc., just you ! - Glad you were "called" to do this. 🙏❤😃
Kari, Your compassion, empathy and professionalism are palpable! I've only watched a couple videos of your work, but I feel like your the good neighbor next door. Totally someone I could relate to and laugh with! Anyways, be safe out there and continue being who God created you to be! God bless!
You are the reason why so many people are and will be comfortable with this subject when the time comes. I hope you understand the true value of your work ethics, videos, and words. Thank you.
Hello Kari! Thank you for all that you do in the mortuary business. Such a very busy, almost non-stop job. And you perform your duties with serenity and sensitivity. Thank you! 🌻
You are what most people are not meaning efficient, prompt, organized, friendly, caring and the plus list goes on. I never get tired of your face or your voice making everything understandable..Thanks Kari and be good to yourself and find a day for just you...spa, massage 😊
The Florist!!! Only a decent, reliable, trusted one though who works in conjunction with the Funeral Director. I have cried while making casket covers for many people. Most I knew, working in a small town and being an aged care nurse in my early 20's. Viewng flowers, a corsage or buttonhole, Small flowers for babies... I have so much respect for everyone involved in the heartbreak and complete care of our beautiful work.
I love your videos. I’ve gotten a little behind. This has always interested me and I learn so much from you. The more I listen to you the less fears and the more peace I have regarding death. You have taken something that in some ways has seemed a bit dark and scary and brought it to light in a way that is very un frightening. Just a natural part of life but no one really speaks of it so naturally there are many fears and questions. You do a wonderful job of answering these questions in the most compassionate and professional way. Removing many fears for many folks I am sure. Thank you for the time you put into these videos.
Y'all popped up randomly in my feed so I thought I would check it out. I'm not at all afraid of death and I really appreciate how y'all humanize the process of caring for the deceased. Thank y'all for the care and commitment during the process. Dying is a part of living. The babies/children would literally gut me!! ##newsubscriber
Thanks for making this, I just recently applied for a part time job for funeral service and wanted to see what it was like. I’m a little afraid to get the job but I’m very companionate and empathetic and so hopefully I can do well with it if I do. Again, thanks for showing us around
I find your videos to be very informative. They are all full of things that the general public would never know the answers to. I stumbled across a random video of yours once and was surprised at some of the things I learned and have been watching them ever since. Thanks for taking the time to educate people!
Hi Kari, I really enjoy watching your videos. You are so informative and respectful. I love your Q&A videos as well as showing us around the funeral home and preparation rooms. You rock!
Hi Kari , The last four years of my working days I had to start my day about the same time you do. Now that I'm retired it would take something special to make me get up that early ☺
My mamaw died 9-1-22 entombed in her mausoleum 9-2-22 she was 97 they did amazing she was so beautiful. Died of dementia so she lost a little weight by 12th day no food or water. But she had everything paid and set up. Even obit written. It was so nice . And you’re beautiful! I love your voice and way of explaining
You are too kind, thank you. And thank you for sharing about your experience. Having things completely in place in advance can be very helpful to family members.
Hubby and I were the cemetery sextons locally for 11 years. WOW Had forgotten all that was involved even for us once your job is done. Getting cemeteries where service is to be done all freshly mowed and weed eating done watered but withholding water in certain areas to be able to access the grave. Lining up the backhoe. Locating the grave site and mostly even meeting with the family so they can choose the plot. They always called at diner time and I had to drop everything to meet them out there. Tried to always relieve as much of the stress off the family as possible. Setting up for the burials, parking the cars when needed leaving space close to set up for those physically disabled to be able to get close to the shelter where the services were done. Trying to answer questions that were not answered by the funeral directors. I can not even imagine doing your job. Just our part was so emotionally draining. A burial took us all day and some times finishing clean up using truck headlights. Winter burials in deep snow and bitter cold were the worst. One time we had to do two burials back to back in 2 below one day and zero degrees the second day. In the end it was good to know we did our very best to not stress the families further. Bless you for what you do.
@@ashesnegron3632 LOL Thank you. I would not have a clue how to do so. No camera or even cell phone to use. I am pretty techno challenged. I have people wanting me to do videos on my plants and mosaics and yard art gardening. Nope clueless here. Hahaha Just had a vision of my trying to mount my lap top to a gimble.
Kari u r so beautiful inside n out. 🌻I love ur hair n I used to do hair. Rollers with Velcro were my favorite n easiest for my hair. It’s so much easier n curls last longer. U might never go back to a curling iron again if you try. Put a lil mouse or setting lotion or hair spray on the hair not scalp area though. 👩🏽🎤. I always thought I should be a beautician mortician. Oh and your hair will be dry in 30/40 mins. Your highlights n color r gorgeous!! Thanks for shAring your days with us. God is showing off through you n we love it. You n your family stay well!🙏🏾
Please keep making these videos. It's hard to find considerate, respectful people to answer questions. I considered this career. My Epilepsy got worse as I got order. Your videos are as close to an internship as I can do.
Wish more funeral directors were more like Kari. She presents the funeral business with professionalism, kindness & truth...a rare combination today. When she is at the neighborhood picnic, does she have that 'welcome look'??? Kidding, of course...I couldn't resist a little funeral-director humor. Thanks for sharing a day-in-the-life of a funeral director...something we all should know.
From viewing the funeral home in this video, I confess that funeral directors and directresses work as hard like other typical people in their jobs. The funeral director has great responsibilities as an important asset to the community, especially during this coronavirus pandemic.
@@KaritheMortician You are welcome. I hope that Great God will bless you, your loving ones that is the family, and your endeavors. May you be a light to the communities you serve.
Thanks for making this Kari because my husband just died last month November 11th of 2021 we weren't even part of knowing what and how they were going to have him laid out because I have a rotten MIL and rotten but the funeral director Paul he was so nice to me I was even allowed to be at the service but I caught Paul and he told me that was allowed to come before anybody else the Funeral was 3 to 7 and I wanted to bring my son my cat and myself and he let us do that we spent like an hour and 45 minutes there by myself because when we went we had my best friend my son myself and my mother Gigi and boy was there a ruckus from my ex husband's mother and the niece but Paul the funeral director told them how it was and he really made me feel welcome there even though the family did not!! So thank you for taking us through Kari and telling us what actually happens when a loved one dies cuz I really appreciate it 🌹♥️♥️
I'm amazed by the amount of detail that you put into taking care of one funerall. Have you ever had a casket not deliver on time? If so, how did you handle that?
Wow that's a huge funeral home, my local funeral homes only have two visitation rooms.. that funeral home is four times bigger than my local funeral home.. very interesting vlog Kari I loved it.. you are the best funeral director in the world..
Liberty Hussein wow I have lived in ct for allmost two years now and didn’t know that , because I lived in mass before I moved and I know back home where I lived . They were a family owned business and the houses definitely were not old homes
Wow......who knew!!! Thanks for sharing this info Kari. Very interesting, I'm used to just walking in, never behind the scenes or thought about it. I love your videos. 🌹🌹
You're videos are so interesting and educational. Thank you for taking the time to explain so much. The families you help are truly blessed to have someone like you at such a difficult time.
Thank you Kari for sharing your work with us; We just lost an Uncle in the Philippines.....who was cremated.....We’ve been praying a 9 Day Novena for the repose of his soul (on Zoom) with All the relatives throughout the world; We all followed the procession from the Church (after the Mass).........then all of a sudden we see his body out of his white casket.........and he’s on the gurney in front of the (what i assumed was the Crematorium). The young man pressed a button (we couldn’t believe they were showing this to us)......and then they slid his body into the machine and lowered the shiny, brass door covering. Anyway, i became curious about cremation and discovered your interesting channel. You really help to educate the public about matters such as this. GOD Bless you in ALL you do.......and your Family!!!😍
Have you ever arrived at the cemetery following a funeral and found that the grave had not been opened yet? I know of one situation where that happened and of course it had to be opened while the family was present.
Curious, how many people have their arrangements done in advance? Thank you for what you do and caring about the families and the deceased like you do. You hear all too often of the horror stories about funeral homes doing awful things. I know I personally couldn’t do it. I’m way too sensitive and would probably cry all the time.
Goes in spurts really. Used to be more people walked in to make prearrangements more and it slowed for a while but I think it is picking back up again,
Lol! I can't imagine u being cranky. U just seem so nice. I miss when my kids were little because I loved snuggling with them. They're adults now 😪. Balancing a job and a family is hard work so I think it's cool how u can get a workout in.
Soooo much busy work! Sooo much product. I guess we just never get away from the consumer life, even in death. A bit sad, that part. Wish it all a bit simpler. So complicated. And I’ve been a nurse for 30 years, not much surprises me.
On the ironing.. Downy wrinkle releaser is a God Send! Hang pants or what ever up the night before( or when you pull them fro the drier) . Spritz and run your hands down the legs . You can snap them seem to seem too if you want. BAM fresh pretty looks ironed pants but you didnt!
I remember before you saying you did free lance work. Were you filling in for someone at this particular funeral home? I hope you're able to do more vlog style videos like this in the future!
Do you ever have family come in that require handicap accessible needs? Is there another way for them to get upstairs to see all the options for their loved ones?
If a family member or hairdresser comes in to do hair is that in prep room or in visitation room? I ask because I know only certain people are allowed in prep room.
Drew, where I work a family would NEVER be allowed in a prep room. The director either places the decedent in a separate room or the chapel inside the funeral home. The loved one would would be inside the casket when the hair is being done.
When my grandmother passed and we went to do arrangements 5 of us ladies were allowed to go in the prep room but she was alone in the prep room with a sheet on her.
You are one busy gal. I enjoyed tagging along with you at you job. If I was in your vicinity (I am in SC), I would highly recommend you. You are very professional and obviously trustworthy, caring and respectful in all aspects. Definitely a thumbs up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I'm not sure if you can answer this or wish to but I take it you work in more than one funeral home, by what you were saying? The profession I was in has many employees working in more than one establishment.
So I had a interview/meeting with some funeral directors at a local funeral home. They have done a lot of my families funerals when there was a passing and I know the owner really well. I am about to start shadowing and possibly doing a career change!
Hello Kari, Thank you for your honest and insightful information as a Funeral Director. I’m a professional Master Cosmetologist for over 40 years. I actually worked on my Mom and Dad to do hair & makeup when they passed. I wasn’t sure I could do this until actually put to the test. However, I have to say I am so glad I did. This was my opportunity to have private time alone with them before the visitation. What a wonderful experience. I was able to talk to them and make them look Amazing for their departure. It was a final gift of Love and Respect that I could provide. Some people have told me that they think it is creepy. But I know different and don’t regret it at all. Someone told me my Mom looked so pretty that they were expecting her to “Sit up”. I take that as a great compliment. Thank you for all you do for the deceased and their families. You provide a most valuable service that many may not appreciate. However I think I get it.
Blessings your way my dear, Kevin LaMartina
As someone who worked in a high volume funeral home (Los Angeles) 1,500 cases a year...I can say this is an EXCELLENT video, Kari! You really give people a glimpse into a day in the life of a funeral director! Great work!!!
I don’t understand why people would tell you “oh you just want people to die”... your their to service that person and their families and help give the family closure.. it’s a beautiful thing what you do. When my father unexpectedly passed away, the staff at the funeral home we went to were so nice and caring, they honestly really helped me try to calm my mother and make things easy. Much respect to you and everyone else in the business
Thanks so much!
You truly humanize the death business. I wish more people were like you.
Thank you so much!
GOD truly gave you the perfect “Bedside Manners”, personality and professionalism to deal with the Families.......and to do this kind of job!🙏🙏🙏❤️
Awww thank you
Thanks Kari,
Its nice that the owners of the funeral homes you work
with give you the freedom to walk around and share your
daily work and the workings of your days. Its always
insightful with the subjects of your video "classes."
I'm amazed how you can start your day so calmly and
"balanced," showering, doing your hair, getting the kids
ready for school and heading out the door to work.
Marvelous! No director, make-up person, grip, video
technician, grief counseling coach, etc., just you !
- Glad you were "called" to do this. 🙏❤😃
Thank you!
Kari, Your compassion, empathy and professionalism are palpable! I've only watched a couple videos of your work, but I feel like your the good neighbor next door. Totally someone I could relate to and laugh with! Anyways, be safe out there and continue being who God created you to be! God bless!
You are the reason why so many people are and will be comfortable with this subject when the time comes. I hope you understand the true value of your work ethics, videos, and words. Thank you.
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I just love how positive and upbeat she is !! I’m happy to know people like her still around ✊🌞
What a chatterbox!!!
neanderthalmusicman She couldn’t very well make a video for us without talking us through it.
So much administrative work to do. Thank you Kari for an informative video showing the "back-end" of the funeral business.
Yes there is!
Thank you so much for sharing your day! Your such a beautiful and professional lady! Very fascinating and interesting job you do!!
Thank you Bruce!
Deadly Grounds!🤣 So fitting! So awsome! Another great video, and thank you for all you do for the comfort of the deceased and their loved ones.
:)
Hello Kari! Thank you for all that you do in the mortuary business. Such a very busy, almost non-stop job. And you perform your duties with serenity and sensitivity.
Thank you! 🌻
You are what most people are not meaning efficient, prompt, organized, friendly, caring and the plus list goes on. I never get tired of your face or your voice making everything understandable..Thanks Kari and be good to yourself and find a day for just you...spa, massage 😊
This has to be my all time favorite video. More day in the life videos!
Aww thanks!
The Florist!!! Only a decent, reliable, trusted one though who works in conjunction with the Funeral Director. I have cried while making casket covers for many people. Most I knew, working in a small town and being an aged care nurse in my early 20's. Viewng flowers, a corsage or buttonhole, Small flowers for babies...
I have so much respect for everyone involved in the heartbreak and complete care of our beautiful work.
Thank you
Kari what an amazing video! Please make more types of vlogs like this.
I will!!
I love your videos. I’ve gotten a little behind. This has always interested me and I learn so much from you. The more I listen to you the less fears and the more peace I have regarding death. You have taken something that in some ways has seemed a bit dark and scary and brought it to light in a way that is very un frightening. Just a natural part of life but no one really speaks of it so naturally there are many fears and questions. You do a wonderful job of answering these questions in the most compassionate and professional way. Removing many fears for many folks I am sure. Thank you for the time you put into these videos.
Thank you!
I am very interested in getting into the funeral business and i found this very helpful and educational. Thank you for this video!
Great video. It's nice you took the time to show us a day in the life. I like how you explain everything so well.
Thank you :0
@@KaritheMortician ty by
Y'all popped up randomly in my feed so I thought I would check it out. I'm not at all afraid of death and I really appreciate how y'all humanize the process of caring for the deceased. Thank y'all for the care and commitment during the process. Dying is a part of living. The babies/children would literally gut me!! ##newsubscriber
Me as well
Gotta love hitting this video 4 years after you make it. I’m obsessed with you. And, you are perfect!
Awww thank you!!
@@KaritheMortician 🌹🌹🌹🌹
Thanks for making this, I just recently applied for a part time job for funeral service and wanted to see what it was like. I’m a little afraid to get the job but I’m very companionate and empathetic and so hopefully I can do well with it if I do. Again, thanks for showing us around
Awesome I hope you get the position!
Awesome did you get the job
Wow, that's a lot involved. Thank you for your hard work.
Your compassion is heart felt!!
I find your videos to be very informative. They are all full of things that the general public would never know the answers to. I stumbled across a random video of yours once and was surprised at some of the things I learned and have been watching them ever since. Thanks for taking the time to educate people!
Thank you so much!
Hi Kari,
I really enjoy watching your videos. You are so informative and respectful. I love your Q&A videos as well as showing us around the funeral home and preparation rooms. You rock!
I really like her show and whole persona. It's an emotional thing to have to go through and she humanized the whole experience.
Thank you!
The Day in the life of Kari🤣💖But what a Blessing you are...Amazing! This is all so informative
Thank you so much!
Hi Kari ,
The last four years of my working days I had to start my day about the same time you do. Now that I'm retired it would take something special to make me get up that early ☺
I really loved this!! Thank you
You are welcome!
Thank you Kari! Loved seeing behind the scenes! Another great vid 💜
Thank you!!
YOU are SO SWEET! Thank you for sharing with us.
Now that's one AWESOME video!!!
My mamaw died 9-1-22 entombed in her mausoleum 9-2-22 she was 97 they did amazing she was so beautiful. Died of dementia so she lost a little weight by 12th day no food or water. But she had everything paid and set up. Even obit written. It was so nice . And you’re beautiful! I love your voice and way of explaining
You are too kind, thank you. And thank you for sharing about your experience. Having things completely in place in advance can be very helpful to family members.
@@KaritheMortician I painted her nails the day before she passed , and I’m comforted to know they’re still painted right now. Until whenever
Hubby and I were the cemetery sextons locally for 11 years. WOW Had forgotten all that was involved even for us once your job is done. Getting cemeteries where service is to be done all freshly mowed and weed eating done watered but withholding water in certain areas to be able to access the grave. Lining up the backhoe. Locating the grave site and mostly even meeting with the family so they can choose the plot. They always called at diner time and I had to drop everything to meet them out there. Tried to always relieve as much of the stress off the family as possible. Setting up for the burials, parking the cars when needed leaving space close to set up for those physically disabled to be able to get close to the shelter where the services were done. Trying to answer questions that were not answered by the funeral directors. I can not even imagine doing your job. Just our part was so emotionally draining. A burial took us all day and some times finishing clean up using truck headlights. Winter burials in deep snow and bitter cold were the worst. One time we had to do two burials back to back in 2 below one day and zero degrees the second day. In the end it was good to know we did our very best to not stress the families further. Bless you for what you do.
Wow! You should make a couple videos expressing your experience! Thank you for sharing
@@ashesnegron3632 LOL Thank you. I would not have a clue how to do so. No camera or even cell phone to use. I am pretty techno challenged. I have people wanting me to do videos on my plants and mosaics and yard art gardening. Nope clueless here. Hahaha Just had a vision of my trying to mount my lap top to a gimble.
Once again I am happy how you put make this matter of life personal and kind. God Bless you !
Thanks so much!!
Kari u r so beautiful inside n out. 🌻I love ur hair n I used to do hair. Rollers with Velcro were my favorite n easiest for my hair. It’s so much easier n curls last longer. U might never go back to a curling iron again if you try. Put a lil mouse or setting lotion or hair spray on the hair not scalp area though. 👩🏽🎤. I always thought I should be a beautician mortician. Oh and your hair will be dry in 30/40 mins. Your highlights n color r gorgeous!! Thanks for shAring your days with us. God is showing off through you n we love it. You n your family stay well!🙏🏾
Love this video Kari is so confident and does a great job ..
I appreciate that!!
😁 have a great day , Kari
Please keep making these videos. It's hard to find considerate, respectful people to answer questions. I considered this career. My Epilepsy got worse as I got order. Your videos are as close to an internship as I can do.
Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for doing this video. You seem to be a perfect fit for your job. Knowledgeable and so kind.
Thank you!
It always amazes me how much work you men & woman do. God Bless
Thank you!
Wish more funeral directors were more like Kari. She presents the funeral business with professionalism, kindness & truth...a rare combination today. When she is at the neighborhood picnic, does she have that 'welcome look'??? Kidding, of course...I couldn't resist a little funeral-director humor. Thanks for sharing a day-in-the-life of a funeral director...something we all should know.
I use to work with the Pre-Need Dept for the Catholic Cemeteries in Los Angeles - Holy Cross in Culver City being my favorite!❤️❤️❤️
Such a huge market there
From viewing the funeral home in this video, I confess that funeral directors and directresses work as hard like other typical people in their jobs. The funeral director has great responsibilities as an important asset to the community, especially during this coronavirus pandemic.
Thank you!
@@KaritheMortician You are welcome. I hope that Great God will bless you, your loving ones that is the family, and your endeavors. May you be a light to the communities you serve.
@@KaritheMortician You are so welcome. I hope and pray in my heart that you may be blessed.
Thanks for making this Kari because my husband just died last month November 11th of 2021 we weren't even part of knowing what and how they were going to have him laid out because I have a rotten MIL and rotten but the funeral director Paul he was so nice to me I was even allowed to be at the service but I caught Paul and he told me that was allowed to come before anybody else the Funeral was 3 to 7 and I wanted to bring my son my cat and myself and he let us do that we spent like an hour and 45 minutes there by myself because when we went we had my best friend my son myself and my mother Gigi and boy was there a ruckus from my ex husband's mother and the niece but Paul the funeral director told them how it was and he really made me feel welcome there even though the family did not!! So thank you for taking us through Kari and telling us what actually happens when a loved one dies cuz I really appreciate it 🌹♥️♥️
Big hugs thanks
Did you record the career day you did? I'd love to show my 15 year old, who is trying to figure out what she wants to go to college for.
I did not
Kari you are an amazing person an INCREDIBLE ROLE MODEL ❤LOVE WATCHING YOU WORK You have Soothing voice
Thank you so much!
@@KaritheMortician you're welcome 😊❤
I'm amazed by the amount of detail that you put into taking care of one funerall. Have you ever had a casket not deliver on time? If so, how did you handle that?
Makeup & Menopause good question!
Never a casket, but I always worry I ordered the vault or called everyone
This was interesting being able to share a couple of days at the funeral home with you! Thanks for doing this video Kari! :)
Wow that's a huge funeral home, my local funeral homes only have two visitation rooms.. that funeral home is four times bigger than my local funeral home.. very interesting vlog Kari I loved it.. you are the best funeral director in the world..
Yes it is large
The snuggle is real! This was such a neat video! Thank you for sharing!
Great video! Super exhausting, but you're a trooper and so good at what you do! I admire your dedication and respect to all the grieving families. ☺🙏💖
Thank you!
That is like funeral homes here in Massachusetts. Most are old homes.
:)
Same here where I am in Connecticut. Actually, every funeral home I can think of is an old house.
Liberty Hussein wow I have lived in ct for allmost two years now and didn’t know that , because I lived in mass before I moved and I know back home where I lived . They were a family owned business and the houses definitely were not old homes
Very informative video. It answered a lot of my questions. Thank you.
You are welcome!
Excellent video! Very informative and interesting. 👍🏻
Thank you!
Props ro you! I could never so.that kind of work!
Your beautiful inside and out thank you for your caring of families at the hardest time in their lives
Thank you so much!
Wow......who knew!!! Thanks for sharing this info Kari. Very interesting, I'm used to just walking in, never behind the scenes or thought about it. I love your videos. 🌹🌹
You are welcome!
You're videos are so interesting and educational. Thank you for taking the time to explain so much. The families you help are truly blessed to have someone like you at such a difficult time.
Thank you Kari for sharing your work with us; We just lost an Uncle in the Philippines.....who was cremated.....We’ve been praying a 9 Day Novena for the repose of his soul (on Zoom) with All the relatives throughout the world; We all followed the procession from the Church (after the Mass).........then all of a sudden we see his body out of his white casket.........and he’s on the gurney in front of the (what i assumed was the Crematorium). The young man pressed a button (we couldn’t believe they were showing this to us)......and then they slid his body into the machine and lowered the shiny, brass door covering. Anyway, i became curious about cremation and discovered your interesting channel. You really help to educate the public about matters such as this. GOD Bless you in ALL you do.......and your Family!!!😍
What religion is that doing the 9 day prayers?
Have you ever arrived at the cemetery following a funeral and found that the grave had not been opened yet? I know of one situation where that happened and of course it had to be opened while the family was present.
Not yet thankfully!
Ms. Kari, you definitely get me excited to start my line of work!
Hi Kari I love the fact that even though you’re an embalmer you keep your nails done.💅🏽 I love your channel.❤️
May God bless you and your family you are awesome-tastic..
Thank you :)
So basically you are an Event Planner! Cool!! That is a lot of details that I never thought about. Thank you!
Pretty much!
Curious, how many people have their arrangements done in advance? Thank you for what you do and caring about the families and the deceased like you do. You hear all too often of the horror stories about funeral homes doing awful things. I know I personally couldn’t do it. I’m way too sensitive and would probably cry all the time.
Goes in spurts really. Used to be more people walked in to make prearrangements more and it slowed for a while but I think it is picking back up again,
Lol! I can't imagine u being cranky. U just seem so nice. I miss when my kids were little because I loved snuggling with them. They're adults now 😪. Balancing a job and a family is hard work so I think it's cool how u can get a workout in.
Soooo much busy work! Sooo much product. I guess we just never get away from the consumer life, even in death. A bit sad, that part. Wish it all a bit simpler. So complicated. And I’ve been a nurse for 30 years, not much surprises me.
It is simple in the grand scheme
On the ironing.. Downy wrinkle releaser is a God Send! Hang pants or what ever up the night before( or when you pull them fro the drier) . Spritz and run your hands down the legs . You can snap them seem to seem too if you want. BAM fresh pretty looks ironed pants but you didnt!
Awesome!
I remember before you saying you did free lance work. Were you filling in for someone at this particular funeral home? I hope you're able to do more vlog style videos like this in the future!
I do quite a bit at this one location.
Kari, is it common for funeral directors to work free lance like you do?
Can you explain a little more about how that’s done?
Thank you for your information & tour
My pleasure
I love your schedule I bet your day goes by so quickly!
It does!
All talk and no real action. I do admire people who do the necessary jobs that have to be done. Thnk you for that.
Kari, This video is great! So much information, so many functions ! You need a bigger coffee cup to get thru a day like this! Thank you!
I don't know if coffee works anymore lol
You were made to do this job . Very good video !!!
Thanks 👍
You make it feel at ease when I go one day I 🙏 I have someone like you handling my case
Thank you!
Poor kari we pray for you every morning before we start our day here at Laughter-Earley your awesome
Awww thanks!
@@KaritheMortician I wanted to ask you something what is the worst thing to ever happen to you in a crematory just curious
Great video,more of this type please.
I will work on it!
Do you ever have family come in that require handicap accessible needs? Is there another way for them to get upstairs to see all the options for their loved ones?
Yes funeral homes must be handicap accessible, with ramps and elevators
Fascinating viewing kari.
If a family member or hairdresser comes in to do hair is that in prep room or in visitation room? I ask because I know only certain people are allowed in prep room.
Drew, where I work a family would NEVER be allowed in a prep room. The director either places the decedent in a separate room or the chapel inside the funeral home. The loved one would would be inside the casket when the hair is being done.
Depends on the funeral home, I have done both.
When my grandmother passed and we went to do arrangements 5 of us ladies were allowed to go in the prep room but she was alone in the prep room with a sheet on her.
I done my moms hair and make up for her funeral and done it in the prep room she was the only one in there. I'm sure each state has their own policy
What a rip off I wanted to see the dead. They can't wait for you to die then the money comes in.
Love it, poor Kari needs more sleep! "Husband takes the kids to work..." lol
I could use a lazy nap day!
@@KaritheMortician you definitely deserve it, with all your hard work
Kari needs to get a nanny
@@KaritheMortician have u done a video actually working with a real human
Super interesting and full of information .
Thank you!!
I'm a new subscriber and i wanna say that your videos are very interesting and instructive..Thanks!
I love you guys board... So fancy! We still have whiteboards 😐 and our prep room has been busy lately... That would be so much more organized
You are one busy gal. I enjoyed tagging along with you at you job. If I was in your vicinity (I am in SC), I would highly recommend you. You are very professional and obviously trustworthy, caring and respectful in all aspects. Definitely a thumbs up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you!!
She's amazing!!!
Aw your baby is beautiful omg he’s sooo cute.
I have no boy babies
What type of casket did the people get? Was it wood or metal? Can you describe the style and how they went about picking out what they wanted? Thanks!
I would have to go back and check. This happened a few weeks ago :)
I just started my apprenticeship today I love it!
Yeah!!
Thank you Kari for all of the information that we need to know. You are certainly a professional. Keep up the good work
Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing ❣️
You are welcome!
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THANKS FOR SHARING
This is so fascinating. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you. Very informative video.
You are welcome!
Wow, you are a very busy person. You do a great job..
These videos have been soo helpful thank you very much 👏🏻your 👍🏻
You're so welcome!
Fun to see your workday.
I'm not sure if you can answer this or wish to but I take it you work in more than one funeral home, by what you were saying? The profession I was in has many employees working in more than one establishment.
Yes I work for several businesses
So I had a interview/meeting with some funeral directors at a local funeral home. They have done a lot of my families funerals when there was a passing and I know the owner really well. I am about to start shadowing and possibly doing a career change!
That is awesome!
@@KaritheMortician thank you! I feel it could be a calling because I love working with others and helping people so I feel it’s up my alley