Caskets, Shrouds & Markers
Green burial means natural biodegradeable materials only, please—no concrete vault, no varnished wood or metals. We can offer you a number of suggestions for sustainable caskets and shrouds.
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Founding WEMP steward Bob Jeffers makes handmade pinewood caskets from local sustainably harvested wood using a glue and wood doweling technique. They can be simple or fancy...your choice. Base price is $590; he can be reached at goldengraphics@gorge.net.
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Bob Jeffers also carves custom stone grave markers from local Ekone stone.
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Reese Woodwork makes caskets starting at $1000 and will deliver throughout the PNW.
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Woven Thresholds willow caskets from Maureen Walrath range from $900-2600.
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Natural Burial Company has online options, look for Green Burial Council certified products – no finishes, no hardwoods. Please see our Policy Practice & Procedure pages for further details on our guidelines.
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We also recommend shrouds. Handmade, natural and biodegradable, they can be made at home out of a favorite quilt perhaps, or you can find them online.
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WEMP Founding Steward Chris Woodcock at Golden Graphics in Goldendale makes handmade custom shrouds. Her base price is $390. She works with reclaimed and heirloom materials to create beautiful sturdy shrouds with a back board and straps.
