What happens if someone who is going to be cremated has a pacemaker, an artificial limb or joint? What if they wanted to donate their organs, tissue or even their entire body? Is the decision to donate tissue, organs or your entire body compatible with religious beliefs?

With the advances made in medicine, issues like Tissue, Organ, or Body Donation, have become more commonplace today than in the past. Medically, great strides have been made just within the past several years-cadaver bones are being used for the delicate rebuilding of facial structure in crash victims, donated skin tissue is being used to help burn victims, donated corneas help people to see, and organ transplants (liver, heart, kidney, etc) save lives everyday.

Making the decision to donate your tissue, organs, or body is a personal decision. If you have questions, or want to learn more, simply click on the sub-sections listed below. One VERY important note - if you DO decide to become a donor, be sure to inform your family so your wishes will be honored.

This information is generalized for the United States; some medical options may not be available in your location. Please contact your local Cremation provider or physician for any specific information for your local area.