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Old 02-02-2012, 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Saspian
As I really hate funerals and the way funeral parlours tend to exploit those left(guilt, pride,ego etc) I decided some time ago to donate my body to Melbourne Uni Antomy Dept.
They will keep my body for student teaching etc for three years, after which they have it cremated.This is contingent on my dying within 60 kms and not being squished, or my cadaver otherwise undesirable.
I am wondering if this action is held in ill repute by any religious group or cult.

If squished, or whatever, I will opt for a carboard box cremation, in keeping with my environmental position...........what do others think?

Both I and my wife have lodged donation papers here and in the UK. I hope that won't be a problem some day for relatives and friends but it's what we want to do with our bodies.

As a long-time Spiritualist I hope someone will remember that we don't see our bodies as having any significance - they're just our 'overcoats' and when they're worn out, we'll have no more feeling for 'em. They'll be used for any useful medical purpose we hope.
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