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Alaska Disposition of Final Remains

Alaska Disposition of Final Remains

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Power of Attorney - Limited

State:

Alaska

Control #:

AK-P010

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Description

This document allows you to express your wishes for how your final remains are handled. Preferences for burial or cremation, and other wishes can be described. You can appoint a person and optional alternates to handle the disposition of your remains.

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Key Concepts & Definitions

Disposition of final remains refers to the management and handling methods used for a person's remains after death. Common methods in the United States include burial, cremation, and green burial. Final disposition can be decided by the deceased before death through end-of-life planning or by loved ones posthumously. The process is typically coordinated with the assistance of a funeral director at a funeral home.

Step-by-Step Guide on Planning the Disposition of Final Remains

Consider the Wishes of the Deceased: If the deceased made their preferences known, these should guide the decisions.
Select a Disposition Method: Decide between options such as traditional burial, cremation, or green burial. Consider factors like environmental impact, costs, and family traditions.
Choose a Funeral Home: Select a reputable funeral home that provides the required services and is known for good customer care.
Plan the Memorial Service: Arrange a service that honors the life and preferences of the deceased, involving close friends and family.
Handle Legal and Financial Aspects: Complete all necessary paperwork, financial obligations, and legal requirements associated with the chosen disposition method.

Risk Analysis

Cost Overruns: Costs can quickly escalate beyond initial estimates, particularly for personalized services or if comprehensive pre-planning wasn't done.
Environmental Concerns: Traditional burial and some forms of cremation have significant environmental impacts, which may conflict with the ethical values of the deceased or their family.
Legal Risks: Failing to comply with state laws regarding body disposition can result in legal repercussions.

Pros & Cons

Pros:
- Pre-planning provides peace and reduces the burden on loved ones.
- Diverse options available that can reflect the personal values of the deceased.
Cons:
- Costs can be prohibitive for many families.
- Some options are not available in all regions, potentially leading to compromises on final wishes.

Best Practices

It is advisable to engage openly in discussions about end-of-life preferences well before they are needed, ensuring decisions respect the individual's wishes and relieve loved ones from making these difficult choices under stress. Utilize trustworthy professionals and insist on clear communication and detailed documentation from the funeral home.

Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Delaying Important Discussions: Avoid waiting until a crisis arises to discuss final wishes with loved ones and professionals. Plan ahead.
Failing to Compare Options: Research and compare different cremation options and burial types to make informed choices that suit financial and emotional needs.

FAQ

What is green burial? Green burial is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial methods, avoiding the use of chemical embalming and metal or concrete vaults.
Can I plan my own final disposition? Yes, you can and should plan your own disposition through end-of-life planning, specifying whether you prefer burial, cremation, or another method.

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Disposition of Final Remains

Disposal of dead body is the practice and process of dealing with the remains of a deceased human being. Several methods for disposal are practiced. In many cases, the manner of disposal is dominated by spiritual concerns and a desire to show respect for the dead, and may be highly ritualized. This event may be part of a larger funeral ritual. In other circumstances, such as war or natural disaster, practical concerns may be forefront. Many religions as well as legal jurisdictions have set rules regarding the disposal of corpses. Since the experience of death is universal to all humans, practices regarding corpse disposal are a part of nearly every culture. The most common methods of disposal are:

Burial of the entire body in the earth, often within a coffin
Cremation, which burns soft tissue and renders much of the skeleton to ash. The remains, known as "cremains" may contain larger pieces of bone which are ground in a machine to the consistency of ash. The ashes may be stored in an urn or scattered on land or water.

Many jurisdictions have enacted regulations relating to the disposal of human bodies. Although it may be entirely legal to bury a deceased family member, the law may restrict the locations in which this activity is allowed, in some cases expressly limiting burials to property controlled by specific, licensed institutions. Furthermore, in many places, failure to properly dispose of a body is a crime. In some places, it is also a crime to fail to report a death, and to fail to report the disposition of the body. Although common law did not regard dead bodies as property, our courts, through the centuries, have treated them in a quasi-property context. The right to the remains of one's deceased kin for the purpose of providing proper burial has long been recognized as a legal right. The surviving next of kin have a right to the immediate possession of a decedent's body for preservation and burial and that damages will be awarded against any person who unlawfully interferes with that right or improperly deals with the decedent's body. This right, characterized as the right of sepulcher under common law, continues to be recognized by the courts notwithstanding the passage of many hundreds of years[i]. The State has a recognized legitimate governmental interest in the provision of burial services in that the disposition of the dead is so involved in the public interest, including the public's health, safety and welfare, that it is subject to control by law instead of being subject entirely to the desire, whim or caprice of individuals. In the exercise of its police power, the state may adopt reasonable regulations as to burials or other means of disposing of dead bodies. There is no question of the power of the legislature to exercise complete control of burials so far as is necessary for the protection of the public health and the promotion of the public safety[ii]. Federal statutes authorize the payment of expenses for the burial or disposal of the remains of certain persons in federal custody, persons dying on or in federally owned property or facilities, and certain federal employees who die in the line of duty. Also, federal statutes authorize payment of interment of employees of the Immigration and Naturalization Service who die while in a foreign country in the line of duty. Federal provisions also make specific provision as to the payment of expenses for the transportation of dead bodies of particular individuals. For example, 10 USCS § 1483 provides that, “the Secretary concerned may provide for the care and disposition of the remains of prisoners of war and interned enemy aliens who die while in his custody and, incident thereto, pay the necessary expenses of-- (1) notification to the next of kin or other appropriate person; (2) preparation of the remains for burial, including cremation; (3) furnishing of clothing; (4) furnishing of a casket or urn, or both, with outside box; (5) transportation of the remains to the cemetery or other place selected by the Secretary; and (6) interment of the remains.” Further, 16 USCS § 17e provides that, “the Secretary of the Interior is hereby authorized, in his discretion, to provide, out of moneys appropriated for the general expenses of the several national parks, for the temporary care and removal from the park of indigents, and in case of death to provide for their burial, in those national parks not under local jurisdiction for these purposes, this section in no case to authorize transportation of such indigent or dead for a distance of more than fifty miles from the national park.” [i] Correa v. Maimonides Medical Ctr., 165 Misc. 2d 614 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 1995) [ii] Thruston v. Little River County, 310 Ark. 188 (Ark. 1992)

Disposition of Final Remains

Burial of the entire body in the earth, often within a coffin
Cremation, which burns soft tissue and renders much of the skeleton to ash. The remains, known as "cremains" may contain larger pieces of bone which are ground in a machine to the consistency of ash. The ashes may be stored in an urn or scattered on land or water.

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