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In this podcast trilogy, Brian goes over different types of funeral services. For this episode, Brian talks about the types of services that can be held when a person is being buried. He covers graveside services, direct or immediate burial, memorials, visitations or viewings, and celebrations of life. Brian also explains what an immediate or direct burial is, a viewing, traditional service. This...

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 u...

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 cemete...

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 u...

In this podcast, Brian talks about different religious funeral traditions. First, Brian covers Buddhist funeral traditions, including types of candles used in the service, the timing of the visitation, and what is placed on the tables used in the viewing. Next he covers Catholic traditions including the rosary, the crucifix and holy water. The last set of religious traditions covered were Eastern...

For this celebration trilogy, Brian talks about how to plan a celebration of life. There are several differences between how a funeral is run by an ordained minister and a celebrant, such as the way the life of the decedent is talked about and how the officiant addresses the religious portion of the service. Brian explains the difference between a life story and a eulogy and different ways to shar...

Deciding on what to do for a celebration of life can be overwhelming. In this podcast, Brian goes over tips on how to create a celebration of life unique to your loved one. Bringing the spirit of the departed loved one to the service is the main focus of a celebration of life. From the location of the service, to the music, readings and decorations, each element can bring healing and comfort. Bria...

With the holidays approaching, Brian talks about different ways to cope with the loss of a loved one. In this podcast, he focuses on story telling and how it can be healing to talk about a loved one who has passed. Some of the ideas shared in this podcast are watching home videos, making family recipes and going through photo albums. This is the first in a three part series about grief. Send us Fa...

With the holidays approaching, Brian talks about different ways to cope with the loss of a loved one. In this podcast, Brian focuses on reflection to cope with holiday grief. Some of the ideas covered in this episode include listening to music, writing letters and visiting a memorial place to celebrate your loved one. This is the second in a three part series on holiday grief.  Send us Fan Mail Co...

With the holidays approaching, Brian talks about different ways to cope with the loss of a loved one.  This podcast focuses on different dates that may be more difficult for those grieving such as holidays, birthdays, anniversaries and milestones. Brian also talks about how grieving the loss of a child could have different milestones that are particular difficult, such as a due date, milestones su...

In honor of Veterans Day, Brian focuses this trilogy on military funeral benefits. For this episode, Brian talks about who is eligible for funeral benefits, how to establish eligibility and what they are eligible for.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Facebook  Email us at info@batemanpacificview.com For more i...

In honor of Veteran's day, Brian talks about the funeral rights of veterans. 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.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Ho...

Integrating military honors and benefits to a funeral can make a beautiful and moving service that will be remembered for years. In this podcast, Brian talks about how to celebrate the life of a veteran through specialized markers, taps, obituaries and even tribute videos. With COVID restrictions, it can be difficult to celebrate a life with a hybrid audience. Brian addresses ways to create an int...

In this episode, Brian goes over the difference between a scatter and memorial garden. He talks about how scattering has increased in popularity over the years with the rise of cremations. In a cemetery scatter garden, there could be the option of placing a marker or bench. Brian also presents the option to scatter ashes in a favorite location as well as placing a biodegradable urn or ashes in a m...

In this podcast, Brian gives a brief overview of what an ash release ceremony is and where it can be performed. In this series, Brian focus on different places that scatterings can happen. He will go over scattering at sea, at a park, and in a garden.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Facebook  Email us at info...

In this series, Brian is talking about different places to scatter ashes. For this episode, Brian talks about scattering at parks and the different regulations to follow. He also gives ideas on different ways to celebrate a life when performing the ash release ceremony.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Faceboo...

In this series, Brian talks about different places that you can scatter and what needs to happen before you can scatter. For this episode, Brian goes over scattering at sea and in the inland water ways. He also gives some tips on going out on a boat, ways to scatter in the water ways and information on regulations.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Fun...

In this podcast, Brian Norris interviews Brian Haggerty about estate planning. The interview goes over topics such as the purpose for creating an estate plan, joint ownership, probate, and where to start when creating the plan. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Facebook  Email us at info@batemanpacificview.com F...

Brian is interviewed on Chamber in Action about Bateman Funeral Home. He tells his story about how he got involved in the funeral industry and became the manager of Bateman Funeral Home. The video talks about pricing, how pre-arrangements work, military funerals, who is Next of Kin and more. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website...

This was an interview that Brian did with Kathy Kraken at the beginning of the pandemic. Brian talks about how the funeral home has been responding to COVID-19 and protecting their families. Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Facebook  Email us at info@batemanpacificview.com For more information about preplanning...

Questions to Consider: 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, Oregon Visit Bateman Funeral Home 's website Follow us on Facebook  Email us a...

In this podcast, Brian covers the different shades of a green service. He explains 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. At the end, Brian talks a...

In this episode, 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...

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.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon Visit Batem...

Brian Norris and Brian Haggerty, Attorney at Law, team up to answer their most commonly received questions. In the first portion of the recording, Brian Norris talks about the most common questions he receives, such as how many death certificates are needed and who is next of kin. For the second half, Brian Haggerty talks about probate, trusts and wills. During their presentations, Brian Norris an...