The Last Track

The Last Track

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The Last Track episodes

  • Scattering at a Park

    In this series, Brian is talking about different places to scatter ashes. For this episode, Brian talks about scattering at parks and the different regulations to follow. He also gives ideas on different ways to celebrate a life when performing the ash release ceremony. 

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    8 min
  • Ash Release Ceremony Overview

    In this podcast, Brian gives a brief overview of what an ash release ceremony is and where it can be performed. In this series, Brian focus on different places that scatterings can happen. He will go over scattering at sea, at a park, and in a garden. 

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    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    8 min
  • Estate Planning Webinar

    In this podcast, Brian Norris interviews Brian Haggerty about estate planning. The interview goes over topics such as the purpose for creating an estate plan, joint ownership, probate, and where to start when creating the plan.



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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    41 min
  • Covid Response Interview

    This was an interview that Brian did with Kathy Kraken at the beginning of the pandemic. Brian talks about how the funeral home has been responding to COVID-19 and protecting their families.

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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    56 min
  • Brian's Story on the Radio

    Brian is interviewed on Chamber in Action about Bateman Funeral Home. He tells his story about how he got involved in the funeral industry and became the manager of Bateman Funeral Home. The video talks about pricing, how pre-arrangements work, military funerals, who is Next of Kin and more.



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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    32 min
  • Cremation and Burial FAQs

    In this episode, Brian talks about different questions that are frequently asked about both cremation and burial. Some of the questions covered in this episode include:

    • Can I pay for everything at the funeral home or do I have to coordinate with a cemetery too?
    • What costs are associated with burial?
    • Can only veterans be buried at sea?
    • What are my options for the urn after cremation?
    • Can I still be buried with my spouse if I choose cremation and they choose burial?
    • Can all of my ashes be turned into art?

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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    24 min
  • Green Cremation and Burial Options

    In this podcast, Brian covers the different shades of a green service. He explains what a green final disposition is, a green cemetery is and the different options available. From natural burial, burial at sea and urn burial to a water release or releasing ceremony, this podcast covers many different choices at hand. Brian also talks about scattering and memorial gardens. At the end, Brian talks about ideas for a green service such as:
    Asking for live flowers
    Asking for memorial trees to be planted
    Asking for charitable contributions
    Utilizing online obituaries
    Flying kites instead of balloon releases
    Planting a memorial garden
    Consider live streaming to allow people to attend remotely
    Consider an outdoor service

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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    20 min
  • Considerations for Cremation Versus Burial

    Questions to Consider:
    What type of service do you want?
    How much do you and your loved ones want to spend the funeral?
    Where do you want to hold your service?
    Are there final disposition wishes to take into account?
    What memorialization desires do you have?

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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    20 min
  • Questions from Seminar

    After the seminar, Brian received several questions. In this podcast, he will answer those questions such as: 
    Who is Next of Kin?
    Does the prearrangement have to be followed? 
    If I pay for a prearrangement, does it make a difference?

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    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    10 min
  • Last Wishes and Estate Planning

    Brian Norris and Brian Haggerty, Attorney at Law, team up to answer their most commonly received questions. In the first portion of the recording, Brian Norris talks about the most common questions he receives, such as how many death certificates are needed and who is next of kin. For the second half, Brian Haggerty talks about probate, trusts and wills. During their presentations, Brian Norris and Brian Haggerty take questions from the audience. 

    Send us Fan Mail

    Contact Bateman Funeral Home in Newport, Oregon

    For more information about preplanning and the funeral industry, you can find out more on our website. 

    Make sure to check out the other episodes in this trilogy and thank you for listening to The Last Track. 



    21 min

About The Last Track

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Bateman Funeral Home is focused on helping people showcase their life story in their final wishes. This podcast is designed to provide tips and tools, as well as answer common questions about the…