{"id":591,"date":"2017-03-01T17:13:42","date_gmt":"2017-03-01T22:13:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/?page_id=591"},"modified":"2023-11-24T13:35:25","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T18:35:25","slug":"funeral-terms","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/funeral-terms\/","title":{"rendered":"Funeral Terms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We believe the more you know about funerals, the more comfortable you&#8217;ll be with the process. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve compiled this list of commonly used funeral terms. Enter a word in the search bar below or use the alphabetical list. If you can&#8217;t find the term you&#8217;re looking for, call us, and we&#8217;ll be happy to help you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cm-glossary expand\"><div class=\"glossary-container \"><input type=\"hidden\" class=\"cmtt-attribute-field\" name=\"glossary_index_style\" value=\"expand-style\">\t\t<div class=\"progress-indicator\">\r\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/TooltipProPlus\/assets\/css\/images\/ajax-loader.gif\" alt=\"AJAX progress indicator\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"glossary_top_filter\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"left\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cmtt_help glossary-search-helpitem\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t     data-cmtooltip=\"The search returns the partial search for the given query from both the term title and description. 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For example, a set of cremated remains could be divided into three portions, with one portion placed in an urn, another portion scattered in a favorite place, and yet another carried in a locket.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-0\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/arrangement-conference\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Arrangement Conference\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Arrangement Conference<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The meeting with the funeral director in which you discuss your wishes for the funeral and disposition of the body.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-0\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/ashes\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Ashes\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Ashes<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The portion of a body remaining after cremation. Also referred to as\u00a0Cremated Remains.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">b<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/bereaved\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Bereaved\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Bereaved<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The immediate family of the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The placing of human remains in a traditional grave or in an underground tomb. Normally referred to as Interment.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial-case\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial Case\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial Case<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A container usually made from wood, metal, or fiberglass and designed to hold human remains. Normally referred to as a\u00a0Casket.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial-flag\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial Flag\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial Flag<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A flag which is furnished by the Veteran\u2019s Administration\u00a0to honor the memory of the veteran\u2019s service to his or her country. It\u2019s usually draped over the casket during the service, then folded and presented to the next of kin by a uniformed soldier.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial-insurance\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial Insurance\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial Insurance<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An insurance policy in which the principal is paid in funeral services and merchandise, rather than cash. Also referred to as\u00a0Funeral Insurance.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial-permitcertificate\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial Permit\/Certificate\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial Permit\/Certificate<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Legal permission issued by a local government authorizing burial or cremation.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-1\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/burial-rights\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Burial Rights\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Burial Rights<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The right to inter someone in a designated space in a cemetery.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">c<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/canopy\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Canopy\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Canopy<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A portable canvas shelter covering the grave area during a burial. Also called a Tent.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/casket\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Casket\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Casket<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A container usually made from wood, metal, or fiberglass and designed to hold human remains.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/casket-coach\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Casket Coach\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Casket Coach<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A motor vehicle designed to transport\u00a0the casket from the funeral service to the place of burial in the cemetery. Normally referred to as a Funeral Coach or Hearse.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/catafalque\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Catafalque\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Catafalque<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The stand on which a casket rests while instate and during the funeral service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cemetery\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cemetery\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cemetery<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An area of ground set aside for burial or entombment of the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cenotaph\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cenotaph\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cenotaph<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An empty tomb, monument, or plaque erected in memory of a person whose remains lie elsewhere.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/certified-death-certificate\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Certified Death Certificate\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Certified Death Certificate<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A legal copy of the original death certificate. This is provided by local authorities usually for the purposes of substantiating claims for insurance, etc.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/chapel\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Chapel\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Chapel<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A large room in a funeral home dedicated to holding funeral services. Many modern day mausoleums also include built-in chapels.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/coffin\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Coffin\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Coffin<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An English-style, wedge-shaped casket, usually with six sides.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/columbarium\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Columbarium\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Columbarium<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A building or part of a building containing niches designed to hold and memorialize cremated remains.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/committal-service\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Committal Service\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Committal Service<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The final part of a funeral service during which the remains are buried or entombed.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cortege\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cortege\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cortege<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A procession, usually in motor vehicles, from the house of worship or chapel to the cemetery. Usually\u00a0referred to as a\u00a0Funeral Procession.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cremated-remains\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cremated Remains\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cremated Remains<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The portion of a body remaining after cremation.\u00a0Also called Ashes.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cremation\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cremation\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cremation<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Reduction of the body to cremated remains or ashes by fire.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cremation-permit\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cremation Permit\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cremation Permit<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A certificate issued by the local government authorizing cremation of the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/crematory\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Crematory\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Crematory<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A specially designed furnace for cremating human remains, or a building housing such a furnace.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/cremorials\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Cremorials\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Cremorials<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Cremorials consist of rectangular canisters that can are\u00a0installed vertically or horizontally, in a wall or in the ground to memorialize cremated remains. An urn containing cremated remains can be set inside a Cremorial unit or the remains can be placed directly in a canister positioned in the unit.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-2\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/crypt\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Crypt\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Crypt<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The space constructed inside a mausoleum for the purpose of receiving the deceased persons remains, which are usually paced in a casket or urn. <\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">d<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/death-certificate\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Death Certificate\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Death Certificate<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A legal document signed by a physician showing cause of death and other information about the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/death-notice\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Death Notice\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Death Notice<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A notice, usually placed in the newspaper, which provides funeral details the survivors wish to be published. Most include biographical details of the deceased, his or her accomplishments, and the names of the deceased person's closest relatives. Today, this\u00a0is more commonly referred to as an(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/deceased\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Deceased\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Deceased<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Person in whom all physical life has ceased. To be dead or the dead person.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><div class=\"term-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/direct-burial\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Direct Burial\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Direct Burial<\/span><\/a><\/div><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A simple burial with no viewing or visitation, which usually involves only the transportation and the care and\u00a0burial of the remains.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/direct-cremation\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Direct Cremation\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Direct Cremation<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A simple cremation with no ceremony, viewing or visitation.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/disinter\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Disinter\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Disinter<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >To dig up the remains from the burial place. This may occur when a family wishes to rebury the remains in a family plot or move them to another cemetery.\u00a0Also referred to as Exhume.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/display-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Display Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Display Room<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A room in a funeral home or cemetery where caskets, urns, plaques, flowers, photos, and other funeral- and memorial-related items are displayed.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/disposition\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Disposition\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Disposition<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The last process the remains go through before burial. Commonly referred to as Final Disposition.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-3\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/door-badge\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Door Badge\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Door Badge<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A floral arrangement placed on the door of a residence to announce that a death has occurred.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">e<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-4\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/embalming\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Embalming\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Embalming<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Filling the arteries, veins and body cavities of the deceased with antiseptic and preservative to delay the decay process.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-4\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/entombment\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Entombment\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Entombment<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Is a \u201cburial\u201d in a crypt space.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-4\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/eulogy\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Eulogy\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Eulogy<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A form of public speaking at funerals to honor and praise the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-4\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/exhume\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Exhume\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Exhume<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >To dig up the remains from the burial place. This may occur when a family wishes to rebury the remains in a family plot or move them to another cemetery.\u00a0Also referred to as Disinter.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">f<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/family-car\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Family Car\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Family Car<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A limousine used by the immediate family in a funeral procession.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/family-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Family Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Family Room<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A room in the funeral home or cemetery where the family can have privacy at the time of the funeral.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/final-disposition\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Final Disposition\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Final Disposition<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The last process the remains go through before burial.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/final-rites\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Final Rites\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Final Rites<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The rites conducted immediately before final disposition of the dead body. Usually referred to as the Funeral Service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/first-call\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: First Call\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">First Call<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The funeral directors first visit to the place of death in order to remove the remains and obtain any information that\u00a0will be needed for the funeral.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/flower-car\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Flower Car\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Flower Car<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Vehicle used to transport flowers from the funeral home to the church and\/or cemetery.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-arrangements\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Arrangements\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Arrangements<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A conference between the deceased's family and the Funeral Director to finalize the details of the funeral and its expenses.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-coach\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Coach\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Coach<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A motor vehicle designed to transport\u00a0the casket from the funeral service to the place of burial in the cemetery. Also referred to as a Casket Coach or Hearse.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-director\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Director\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Director<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A trained and certified professional who arranges and supervises the burial or cremation of human remains. Also called a mortician or undertaker.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-escort\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Escort\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Escort<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Law enforcement or other individuals who escort a funeral procession to the cemetery.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-home\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Home\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Home<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A building used for the purpose of embalming, arranging for and conducting funeral services.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-insurance\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Insurance\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Insurance<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An insurance policy in which the principal is paid in funeral services and merchandise, rather than cash.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-procession\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Procession\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Procession<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A procession, usually in motor vehicles, from the house of worship or chapel to the cemetery.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-service\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Service\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Service<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The rites conducted immediately before final disposition of the dead body.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-spray\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Spray\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Spray<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A large bouquet of cut flowers sent to the residence, funeral home, or cemetery, as a tribute to the deceased. A funeral spray is often placed on top of the casket during the gravesite service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-5\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/funeral-trust\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Funeral Trust\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Funeral Trust<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A trust fund where money for prearranged funerals is held until needed. In most states, trusts are established under state law and\/or supervision. Also referred to as\u00a0Prearranged Funeral Trust.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">g<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/general-price-list\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: General Price List\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">General Price List<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The General Price List (GPL) is a written, itemized price list that every funeral home is required by law to provide to consumers upon request. It lists all the items and services that the funeral home offers, along with the cost of each item or service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/grave\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Grave\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Grave<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A hole excavated in the ground for the purposes of burial.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/grave-liner\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Grave Liner\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Grave Liner<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A receptacle made of concrete, metal, plastic or wood into which a casket is placed to protect the remains and prevent the grave from collapsing. Usually referred to as a Vault.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/grave-marker\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Grave Marker\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Grave Marker<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A permanent marker used to identify a grave, crypt, urn placement site, or other place of Final Disposition. Also referred to as\u00a0Memorial Marker.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/graveside-service\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Graveside Service\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Graveside Service<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A formal service held at the gravesite before the body or urn is buried, or in the crematory chapel prior to cremation. This is also known as a Committal Service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-6\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/green-burial\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Green Burial\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Green Burial<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Also called a direct burial. This is an eco-friendly process of burying a body in a simple container, without the use of embalming chemicals, concrete burial containers, and non-biodegradable caskets.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">h<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-7\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/hearse\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Hearse\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Hearse<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A motor vehicle designed to transport\u00a0the casket from the funeral service to the place of burial in the cemetery. Also referred to as a Funeral Coach.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-7\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/honorary-pallbearers\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Honorary Pallbearers\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Honorary Pallbearers<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Friends or members of a religious, social, fraternal, or military organizations, who act as an escort or honor guard for the deceased. They do not carry the casket.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">i<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/iccfa\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: ICCFA\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">ICCFA<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association is an\u00a0international trade association representing all segments of the cemetery, funeral service, cremation and memorialization profession.\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\nThe ICCFA is composed of more than 9,100 cemeteries, funeral homes, crematories,(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/in-state\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: In State\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">In State<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Allowing relatives to visit with and see the deceased before or after the funeral service. Normally referred to as a\u00a0Viewing.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/inquest\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Inquest\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Inquest<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An official inquiry, sometimes before a jury, to determine the cause of death.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/inter\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Inter\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Inter<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >To bury in a grave or tomb.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/interment\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Interment\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Interment<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Generally refers to \u201cburial\u201d in the ground. May be used interchangeably with entombment or inurnment.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/intermententombment-fee\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Interment\/Entombment Fee\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Interment\/Entombment Fee<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A fee associated for the equipment, paperwork, and personnel required in the interment, entombment, or inurnment of a deceased person. <\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-8\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/inurnment\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Inurnment\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Inurnment<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Placing cremated remains in an urn.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">l<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-11\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/lead-car\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Lead Car\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Lead Car<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The car leading the funeral procession.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-11\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/lowering-device\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Lowering Device\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Lowering Device<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A mechanism used for lowering a Casket into a Grave.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-11\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/lump-sum-death-benefit\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Lump-Sum Death Benefit\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Lump-Sum Death Benefit<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A one-time death benefit of $255 from the Social Security Administration. This lump sum payment is made to the surviving spouse or child if they meet certain requirements.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">m<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/mausoleum\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Mausoleum\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Mausoleum<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A freestanding building that contains multiple aboveground tombs, crypts, and niches. Mausoleums can be large community structures that accommodate dozens of people or small private structures that contain as few as two crypts (burial chambers).<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/memorial-donation\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Memorial Donation\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Memorial Donation<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A contribution specified to a particular cause or charity, usually in lieu of flowers.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/memorial-marker\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Memorial Marker\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Memorial Marker<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A permanent marker, or engraving, used to identify a grave, crypt, urn placement site, scattering, or other place of Final Disposition. <a href=\"\/memorials\/\">Click here to view our most popular memorials.<\/a><\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/memorial-service\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Memorial Service\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Memorial Service<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A service conducted in memory of the deceased when the remains are not present.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/morgue\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Morgue\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Morgue<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A place where human remains are kept pending autopsy or identification.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/mortician\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Mortician\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Mortician<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A trained and certified professional who arranges and supervises the burial or cremation of human remains. Also referred to as a Funeral Services Director or Undertaker.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/mortuary\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Mortuary\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Mortuary<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A building used for the purpose of embalming, arranging for and conducting funeral services. Usually referred to as a Funeral Home.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-12\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/mourner\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Mourner\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Mourner<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Someone who is present at the funeral out of love and\/or respect for the deceased.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">n<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-13\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/natural-burial\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Natural Burial\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Natural Burial<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Also known as \u201cgreen burial\u201d or \"eco-friendly burial.\" Natural burial practices are characterized by their simplicity and natural aspects. Advocates of natural burials believe in letting nature take its course at the burial site, with as little interference or disruption from the burials as(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-13\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/niche\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Niche\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Niche<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A space in a mausoleum or columbarium designed to receive an\u00a0urn containing the cremated remains of a deceased person. Niches may be single or companion, and located indoors or outdoors.\u00a0Some indoor niches, like the ones at our community mausoleum, have glass fronts so you can display personal(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-13\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/niche-garden\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Niche Garden\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Niche Garden<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An outdoor garden containing structures with niches.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">o<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-14\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/obituary\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Obituary\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Obituary<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A notice, usually placed in the newspaper, which provides funeral details the survivors wish to be published. Most include biographical details of the deceased, his or her accomplishments, and the names of the deceased person's closest relatives.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-14\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/opening-closing-fees\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Opening &amp; Closing Fees\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Opening & Closing Fees<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Cemetery fees for digging and refilling a grave.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-14\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/ossuary\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Ossuary\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Ossuary<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Our ossuary is a ten-foot-tall granite obelisk, inspired by the Washington Monument and handcrafted right here in the USA. It\u2019s used as the final resting place for human remains. To learn more please visit our <a href=\"\/properties\/ossuary\/\">Obelisk Ossuary page<\/a>.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">p<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/pallbearers\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Pallbearers\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Pallbearers<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The people\u00a0who carry the casket during a funeral service, which is usually friends and relatives.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/perpetual-care\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Perpetual Care\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Perpetual Care<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Monies set aside for the care and maintenance of the cemetery grounds, lots, graves, landscaping, buildings, and fixtures. The funds normally do not cover family owned structures or headstones. The name by which these funds are referred to, and the manner in which these funds are collected,(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/plot\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Plot\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Plot<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A privately owned piece of ground in a cemetery, which usually contains two or more grave sites.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/pre-planningpre-need\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Pre-Planning\/Pre-Need\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Pre-Planning\/Pre-Need<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Arranging all aspects of a funeral prior to one\u2019s death\u2013especially payment. This is a very kind thing to do and can ease the burden on one\u2019s family.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/prearranged-funeral\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Prearranged Funeral\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Prearranged Funeral<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A funeral that has been arranged and paid for before the person's death. Also called pre-need or pre-planned.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/prearranged-funeral-trust\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Prearranged Funeral Trust\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Prearranged Funeral Trust<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A trust fund where money for prearranged funerals is held until needed. In most states trusts are established under state law and\/or supervision.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><div class=\"term-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/preparation-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Preparation Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Preparation Room<\/span><\/a><\/div><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A specially designed room in the funeral home equipped for preparing the deceased for final disposition.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/presidential-memorial-certificate\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Presidential Memorial Certificate\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Presidential Memorial Certificate<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An engraved paper certificate that honors the memory of the deceased veteran, and is signed by the current President of the United States.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/private-service\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Private Service\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Private Service<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >This is an \u201cinvitation only\u201d event and may be held at a place of worship, a funeral home, a cemetery, or a family member\u2019s residence. This type of service is not open to the public or uninvited friends and family members.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-15\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/procession\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Procession\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Procession<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" ><div class=\"glossary_itemdesc\">A procession, usually in motor vehicles, from the house of worship or chapel to the cemetery. Normally referred to as a Funeral Procession.<\/div><\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">r<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-17\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/register\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Register\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Register<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A book made available by the funeral director for recording the names of people who visit the funeral home to pay their respects.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-17\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/remains\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Remains\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Remains<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >The dead body of the deceased person.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-17\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/reposing-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Reposing Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Reposing Room<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A room in a funeral home where the body lies in state before the funeral service so people may view the deceased and spend time with other survivors. More commonly referred to as a\u00a0Visitation Room.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-17\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/rigor-mortis\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Rigor Mortis\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Rigor Mortis<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Cooling of the body and rigidity of the muscles that occur after death.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">s<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-18\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/service-car\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Service Car\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Service Car<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A vehicle belonging to the funeral home or cemetery that is used to transport chairs, flower stands, etc.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-18\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/slumber-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Slumber Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Slumber Room<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A room containing a bed on which the deceased lies until being placed in a casket. In some cases the deceased may lie in state in the slumber room.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-18\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><div class=\"term-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/spiritual-banquet\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Spiritual Banquet\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Spiritual Banquet<\/span><\/a><\/div><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A Roman Catholic practice involving specific prayers, such as Masses and Rosaries, offered by an individual or a group for a definite purpose.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-18\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/survivors\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Survivors\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Survivors<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Those who have outlived the deceased, especially family members<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-18\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/sympathy-card\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Sympathy Card\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Sympathy Card<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A card sent to the family to express sympathy for their loss.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">t<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-19\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/tent\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Tent\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Tent<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A portable canvas shelter covering the grave area during a burial. Also called a Canopy.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-19\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/tomb\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Tomb\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Tomb<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A chamber excavated from earth or rock specifically for receiving human remains.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-19\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/transit-permit\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Transit Permit\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Transit Permit<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A permit issued by a local authority allowing a body to be transported to the place of burial or cremation.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">u<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-20\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/undertaker\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Undertaker\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Undertaker<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A trained and certified professional who arranges and supervises the burial or cremation of human remains. Also referred to as\u00a0a Funeral Director or Mortician.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-20\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/urn\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Urn\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Urn<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A container, usually metal, wood, or porcelain, into which cremated remains are permanently placed.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-20\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/urn-garden\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Urn Garden\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Urn Garden<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A garden containing urn burial sites.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-20\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/urn-placement\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Urn Placement\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Urn Placement<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Permanent placing of an urn into a niche or urn burial site.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">v<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/vault\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Vault\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Vault<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A concrete or metal container, designed for a casket or urn, that\u2019s placed in the ground. The primary purpose of a vault is to keep the ground from sinking over time. Williamsburg Memorial Park requires vaults for all in-ground burials.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/veteran\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Veteran\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Veteran<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Someone who is currently serving, or has served, as a member of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard); Members of Reserve Components and Reserve Officers Training Corps; Commissioned Officers, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; A(...)<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/viewing\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Viewing\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Viewing<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >Allowing relatives to visit with and see the deceased before or after the funeral service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/vigil\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Vigil\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Vigil<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A Roman Catholic religious service held on the eve of the funeral service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/visitation\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Visitation\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Visitation<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >An opportunity for family and friends to view the deceased in private before the funeral service.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\" ln-21\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/visitation-room\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Visitation Room\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Visitation Room<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A room in a funeral home where the body lies in state before the funeral service so people may view the deceased and spend time with other survivors.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><li class=\"the-letter-separator\"><\/li><li class=\"the-index-letter\"><h3 role=\"tab\">w<\/h3><\/li><li class=\" ln-22\"  itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/DefinedTerm\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsburgmemorialpark.com\/glossary\/wake\/\"  role=\"term\" class=\"glossaryLink glossary-link-title \"  title=\"Glossary: Wake\"   style=\"\"   itemprop=\"url\" ><span itemprop=\"name\">Wake<\/span><\/a><dfn class=\"glossary_itemdesc\" role=\"definition\"  itemprop=\"description\" >A watch kept over the deceased, sometimes lasting the entire night preceding the funeral service. This is a common practice with some religions.<\/dfn><div class=\"expand-back-to-top\"><a href=\"#top\" style=\"box-shadow: none;\">Back to Top<\/a><\/div><p class=\"expand-space\"><\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"clear clearfix cmtt-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We believe the more you know about funerals, the more comfortable you&#8217;ll be with the process. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve compiled this list of commonly used funeral terms. Enter a word in the search bar below or use the alphabetical list. 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