Why does it cost so much to die?

[Yoyo53]

My husband has always said he wanted an autopsy when he died as there are so many things wrong with him. Found out , just that by itself is $1800. Basic cremation is $1,000. My Head is still spinning. He has VA but they will only pay$300. Towards it.

[jimandsharynp]

Yoyo, The end is in some ways a relief but in other ways it is difficult. Just when death comes and you think you can take a breath you get hit with the cost of dying. Hang in there and work through this issue. You've made it through a lot so this should be a piece of cake. Jimbo

[SharonAB]

Dear Yoyo,

Its something that always amazes me too, giving it is inevitable for all - The standard here is $7000. Some advertise at four but there are extra's that go on...- I suppose business is business in life and in death. No wonder it bears the brunt of so many pub jokes!

Regards,

Alana - Western Australia

[dragonladynaps]

I submitted my husband's body to science. They picked up his body and will create his body and return the ashes to me - no charge.

[Yoyo53]

I have a feeling it is too late as hospice thinks today may be his last day. Thank you so much to everyone for their thoughtfulness and caring answers .

[Yoyo53]

My husband finally succumbed To his disease early this morning. I am glad he is not suffering any longer although he never complained. I was so grateful for that. He passed peacefully at home. Thank you everyone for all your insite to caring for a person with a neurological disease. He is going to have an autopsy to see for sure what was wrong. The hospice lady said I was doing everything perfectly. Being on this forum had given me a heads up as to what to expect. I pray for everyone else who still have to continue on this horrible journey.

[SharonAB]

Dear Yoyo53,

My thoughts are also with you. Take care.

Regards, Alana