Tag Archives: Caskets and Coffins

Crazy Coffins: An Innovative Approach to End-Of-Life Receptacles

A British coffin company exhibits their unique creations
Posted on May 26, 2013 by Julia Michas (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In the Western hemisphere, the funereal aesthetic is somber, heavy — even a bit austere. Death is often a taboo subject, where people are loath to discuss end-of-life arrangements prior to the fact. Levity and celebration are not considered a … Continue reading →

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”Death: It’s a Living” by CNBC

CNBC schedules a one-hour special "Death: It's a Living"
Posted on January 31, 2013 by Huyen Do (Marketing Assistant, SevenPonds)

Tonight at 9pm ET/PT, CNBC is doing their first one-hour special documentary that takes an in-depth look at death as an industry.  In our society, the funeral industry business remains largely a mystery, and we hope CNBC’s “Death: It’s a Living” will demystify … Continue reading →

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What is Green Burial? An Interview with Sam Mulgrew

SevenPonds talks to a monastic casket company
Posted on August 6, 2011 by Aurora Wells (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Trappist Caskets is a unique business, producing simple, elegant, ecologically minded caskets from company headquarters in Peosta, Iowa — which happens to be New Melleray Abbey, home of Catholic monks known as Cistercians. Below, manager Sam Mulgrew discusses the roles … Continue reading →

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Why Traditional Coffins are Going Under

My Cameo Visit to Aurora Casket Co.
Posted on July 4, 2011 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

As we begin spreading the word about SevenPonds, it’s only natural we take a trip to Michigan (given that our business is named after the Seven Ponds lakes located there). We hit the Detroit area circuit just a week ago … Continue reading →

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