This Is What We Do (For those selecting our Simple Cremation package) Our staff responds to the initial request for service (through an online request or by a phone request). Deceased is transferred to our holding facility by our professional staff, from their place of passing. The deceased remains in our care, on site, in refrigeration, until such time as all three documents are completed (1. family’s consent, 2. doctor’s cause of death and signature on death certificate, and 3. medical examiner’s permission to cremate). Deceased is placed in alternative container or casket either purchased or provided by the family. Deceased is transported to the crematory (Merrill, Michigan) for cremation. Death certificate is filed with the county clerk (in the county where the death occurred). Social Security is notified of the death by our staff. A short death notice is placed on website. Cremated remains are returned to our facility within 7 days after the completion of all authorizations (see #3). Family picks up cremated remains from funeral home (unless other arrangements have been made).