Jo Knows: I don't have any family, so when I die, who will bury me?

"Hey, Jo, I don't have any family, so when I die, who will bury me?"

In general, people have the option/responsibility to pre-arrange and pay for their burial or cremation, so their wishes are followed.

However, If you are totally alone in this world (which I hope you are not; please know everyone is family at Jo's house, and I will help you) I did some searching.

Local funeral home director, Diene Adair of Adair Funeral and Cremation Services explains that "When someone dies without family to handle their burial, an effort is made to locate any close relatives or even a friend as a option. If no one is found, and after waiting a required number of days, they proceed with cremation or burial. The funeral home covers the cost of the arrangement.

However, if the body is transported to a state facility, the state would take over the responsibility."

Until next time...Stay curious and keep smiling. - Jo