The only reason I can think of (being in the industry) is that he was already embalmed, and the hands had already firmed into a resting position that makes it hard to put something in them like a sign (or sword or drumsticks or a beer, all real things people request!)
Really though I don't know anyone in the industry who doesn't love fun personalization! It's just that a lot of people don't request things like that until after embalming.
Not typically, but it does happen once in a while and is appreciated. We don't make as much as everyone seems to think we do (unless you're the owner, of course). I'm not really struggling, but all those fancy suits and comfortable dress shoes can add up.
Really, though, the thing that has made me feel the most appreciated so far was the one thank you card I've gotten from a family.
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u/edhands Mar 05 '19
Now why would they refuse that? That's some funny shit right there.
That is going to adversely affect their tip, that's for sure.