Method and apparatus for ecological burial

Details Method and apparatus for ecological burial Method and apparatus for ecological burial

2008-09-25

2010-02-23

Miller, William L. (Department: 3677)

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07665195

ABSTRACT:
The urn of the invention comprises a series of pod-like containers designed to function as cinerary urns (i.e. receptacles for human ashes) comprising a bottom shell and a top cover made of biodegradable materials. The bottom shell having a hollow protrusion for a direct contact with the earth, while the top cover has several holes promoting the germination of the living monument. The urn is meant to be used with new or pre-existing plants producing a living monument in memory of the deceased person whose ashes it contains.

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