September 2018

Page A24 SEPTEMBER 2018 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS S ec t i on A Funeral Directors Research,Inc. AMRA INSTRUMENT, LLC 623 N. Tower (P.O. Box 359) Centralia, WA 98531 “the shorter the supply line the better off you are” WEB DIRECT GIFT & PRICING TM ® www.amrainstruments.com www.preproomdirect.com Baltimore, Maryland At six o’clock on the morning of Friday April 21st mem- bers of Lincoln’s cabinet, General Ulysses S. Grant and his staff, several United States senators and a consider- able number of army officers arrived at the Capitol for a farewell viewing of Abraham Lincoln. After an impressive Todd W. Van Beck is associated with John A. Gupton College in Nashville, and has been an author, teacher, practitioner, and speak- er for over 40 years. On May 30, 2018 Van Beck celebrated 50 years in funeral service. You can reach Todd at 615-327-3927. www.nomispublications.com Funeral Home & Cemetery News Contributors share insights and exchange ideas. B logs prayer by Lincoln’s pastor, Rev. Dr. Gurley, the President’s coffin was taken to the waiting funeral coach. The body of littleWillie Lincoln was already in another hearse waiting for the trip to the railroad depot. As Lincoln’s coffin was depos- ited in the hearse another prayer and benediction was said. At 8:00 a.m. the funeral cortege of Abraham Lincoln moved slowly from the Capitol entrance. By Todd Van Beck President Lincoln had died. The country was stunned and the funeral profession would be forever changed over the next 20 days. There’s been nothing compara- ble to Lincoln’s final odyssey. It made the unreal real for millions, some 90 years before the advent of television. This is part 3 of our 18 month series as we delve into the 1,654-mile journey with highlights of funerals held in 12 cities. We will conclude with some insight into John Wilkes Booth as well as having some fun with Lincoln trivia and answers to some of the questions I am asked during my presentations. When I present my Lincoln assassination program I always have a packed house. I have found that even those that dislike histo- ry have a great interest in the Lincoln funeral. Anyway that is one old undertaker’s opinion. –TVB The Lincoln Funeral Diary Route of Lincoln’s Funeral Train The remains of President Lincoln were removed from the funeral car and carried slowly and reverently into the building, and placed on the catafalque. Inside of the Merchant’s Exchange on the east and west sides of the Rotunda were large columns which were draped with black cloth. The galleries were likewise draped and from the upper gallery at the base of the rotunda were four As the funeral train pro- gressed several thousand soldiers lined by the side of the railroad and present- ed arms as the train de- parted amid tolling bells. The next stop would be at 10:00 a.m. in Baltimore. The funeral arrange- ments had been entrusted to undertaker John Cox . Undertaker Cox created a large national flags grac- ing the mournful scene. The catafalque which would receive the Presi- dent’s remains consisted of a raised dais, eleven feet by four at the base, the sides sloping slight- ly to the height of about three feet. The canopy over the catafalque rose to a point fourteen feet beautiful funeral coach in which to transport the fallen President through the streets of Baltimore. The hearse was almost entirely made of plate-glass which enabled those lined up along the procession a view of the magnificent coffin. The supports of the top of the hearse were draped with black cloth and white silk, and the very top of the funeral car itself was handsomely dec- orated with black plumes. The funeral procession commenced to move precisely at 10:30 a.m. taking two and one half hours before arriving at the southern entrance of the Merchant’s Exchange. As the head of the military escort reached Calvert Street the column halted, and the hearse with its guard of honor passed between the lines as the troops presented arms and the military band played the plaintive tune Peace, Trou- bled Soul. The effect of great mourning was evidenced by the sad tearful expressions of the citizens of Baltimore. There was an immense turn out of citizens, and a very large escort of artillery, cavalry, infantry, marines and sail- ors. All stores in the City of Baltimore were closed, and it seemed as if the entire population of the city was in the streets. Throughout the city bells tolled, and minute fu- neral gun salutes were given. The weather was not good. It was in fact unpleasant as an annoying mist was falling, and once in a while a downpour would soak the mourners as the funeral pro- cession continued to its destination at the Merchant’s Ex- change. The cloudy skies only added to the sadness that was depicted on every face. from the ground and was topped with rich black plumes. The crowd of mourners surrounding the building was immense, but owing to excellent police arrange- ments and a strong military guard everything passed off in an orderly manner. In the end only a small portion of the throng of Balti- more citizens in attendance were able to obtain a view of the President’s remains. At about half-past two to the regret and frustration of thousands the coffin was closed and the face of Lincoln was hidden from view. The funeral procession then reformed and took up its march to the railroad depot. At three p.m. the funeral train left the depot and mak- ing a brief stop in York, Pennsylvania where a beautiful wreath of flowers was placed on the coffin as the train pushed on to Harrisburg. Next time the funeral train stops in Harrisburg, Penn- sylvania. President Lincoln’s Funeral Train Bogati Urn Company Announces Funeral, Mortuary Student Scholarship Recipients  News Educational SARASOTA,FL— Bogati Urn Com- pany is proud to announce the re- cipients of its inaugural Bogati Urn Company Scholarship Fund. A total of 39 applications were sub- mitted for consideration from stu- dents from 15 different funeral ser- vice or mortuary science programs in 14 states across the United States. The scholarship committee, comprised of four members of the Bogati team, has chosen to award a total of $4,750 to the following five outstanding stu- dent recipients: Stephanie Charron, Auburn, MA, Fine Mortuary College, $1500; intern at Graham, Putnam & Mahoney Funeral Parlors, Worcester, MA. Emily Dencklau, Fort Dodge, IA, Des Moines Area Community Col- lege , $1000; intern at Laufersweiler- Sievers Funeral Home, Fort Dodge, IA. Jordan Nelson, Mason, NH, Fine Mortuary College, $750; intern at Mi- chaud Funeral Home and Cremato- rium, Wilton, NH. Christine Ro- bles, San Pedro, CA, Cypress College, $750; intern at Melrose Abbey Me- morial Park & Mortuary , Anaheim, CA. Nicole Simulynas, Oxford, MA, Fine Mortuary College, $750; intern at Callahan, Fay & Caswell Funeral Directors, Worcester, MA. “The selection committee was ex- tremely impressed with all the appli- cations submitted!” said Andrea Bo- gard LeBlanc, founder of Bogati Urn Company. “Ultimately, each cho- sen recipient had a particular person- al strength, character, experience, or contribution that set them apart. All were highly praised by their instruc- tors, employers, or the funeral homes where they intern. It is an honor to re- ward them through our scholarship.” The company established the schol- arship, which will provide funeral service or mortuary science program students annually with financial awards ranging from $500 to $2,500 per school year, in February 2018 as a way to give back to the indus- try that has helped Bogati grow. Fit- tingly, the recipients are in a prime position to forge growth within their own industry, as well. “From what we have seen through this process, the funeral and mortu- ary science industry has some im- pressive individuals up and coming,” Bogard LeBlanc said. “We are excit- ed to see what they achieve in the fu- ture and proud to be playing a part in helping them get there.”  Founded in 2004 by Andrea Bog- ard LeBlanc, Bogati Urn Company offers funeral homes and crematories unparalleled service and wholesale pricing on an equally unparalleled va- riety of urns, scattering tubes and re- lated products. Its original lead crystal line has expanded to feature a diverse and hand-selected product line from trusted manufacturers and skilled ar- tisans worldwide. Its inventory now includes hundreds of memorial urns for adults, children and pets in vary- ing materials, including glass, mar- ble, wood, porcelain, brass and metal. Custom options are also available. Bogati Urns is headquartered in Sarasota, FL and is a proud mem- ber of several industry organizations, including the Association of Indepen- dent Funeral Directors of Florida; In- ternational Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association; Florida Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association; Cremation Association of North Amer- ica; Pet Loss Professionals Alliance; and International Association of Pet Cem- eteries and Crematories. For more in- formation on Bogati Urn Company, visit www.bogatiurns.com. Applications will be accepted in early 2019 for the next scholarship opportunity. Class Officers: Send Us Your News! PO Box 5159, Youngstown, OH 44514 Fax 1-800-321-9040 Email info@nomispublications.com FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS