Elemental Cremation and Burial

12/14/2022

Elemental purchases carbon offsets from Forterra to offset all of our carbon output that can’t be avoided and are involved in tree planting efforts to sequester carbon. By using green power we reduce our footprint, and by purchasing offsets, we are investing in blended power and development of new green energy resources so we can create a legacy of responsibility.

This last weekend some of our team partnered with Forterra, Sub Pop Records and some close friends to help in planting the trees as well as cut back some invasive plants in order to help them grow big and strong.

10/11/2022

“Some people leave it for weeks or months because they just can’t bring themselves to do it yet … and others move everything right away because they can’t bear to look at it. I get both of these responses. Neither is wrong or right.”

https://www.solacecares.com/blog/how-to-clean-out-a-loved-ones-possessions/?fbclid=IwAR3PlIklgWDqDNt3xRSH6Im6FoMiO2AuEZYf5wqazEJm9w3MwyP8tp5Cudc

“Cleaning the closets and drawers after someone dies is one of the hardest things to do,” Gabby Jimenez recently wrote about dealing with a loved one’s belongings after they’re gone.

10/03/2022

Did you know that Elemental Cremation and Burial serves the Pierce County community?

It is true!!

We have a location in Federal Way and are happy to assist the whole south sound. Our directors look forward to helping with all your funeral needs as well as comfort you through a process that is not always the easiest. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to [email protected] or call us at 206-357-1141.

09/01/2022

September is National Su***de Prevention Month.
In recent years, society has become more open and receptive to discussion around su***de. However, there is still a stigma surrounding it. With su***de rates increasing, the right help is not reaching people in time. It’s one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world. Approximately 45,000 people in the U.S. alone commit su***de each year. In recent years, society has become more open and receptive to discussions and conversations around su***de. Help us spread the word and honor the families who have lost a loved one to su***de.

While su***de is often associated with feelings of loneliness and isolation, it is a shared and far-reaching public health problem. As the tenth leading cause of death in the United States in 2019, su***de affects all ages and types of people. But thanks to an increase in awareness and resources, pr...

08/29/2022

There is a free Doula Cafe this Tuesday the 30th at 7:00pm. We would love you to come and join the discussion. Venice and Nicole will be pulling the veil back on the funeral industry. Have you ever wondered what a Death Doula is? What a Funeral Director does? Have you wanted to work in the industry but do not know where to start? Maybe you are just curious what will happen to your loved one once they pass away. All of these questions can be answered and more.

This is a free educational space. Venture out of your comfort zone and let's help make our culture more death positive.

Please reserve your spot if you are interested and we hope to see you all there!

Let's talk about death!

08/22/2022

Our sister company is looking for a Transport Specialist!

Coda Care LLC is a progressive, independently owned funeral logistics business looking for a Funeral Assistant/Transport Specialist. This position is part customer service, part delivery driver, part superhero. We’re looking for that special person who wants something unique. If you’re looking for a challenge that is profoundly rewarding for your next employment move, this may be the role for you. This is not a 9-5; each day brings different demands because Transport Specialist is one of the most critical and delicate roles in deathcare.

The right person for this position will possess:

-Confidence in a quickly shifting environment
-Attention to detail
-A clean driving record
-A valid WA state driver’s license
-Reasonable strength, as this role frequently requires lifting and maneuvering 100+ lbs
-A flexible schedule

Coda Care is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply. Pay starts at $21 per hour and benefits will be discussed. Please respond to the operations manager with your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]

08/09/2022

"A grievers library is not a gruesome gravestone that belongs in a cemetery; it is a medicine cabinet filled with love potions that belongs on our streets"
-Pamela Belyea

https://theamateursguide.com/a-grievers-mini-library-filled-with-solace/?fbclid=IwAR2gi1wtQ7GHJZiaPNnjBy9TjKqy0hEj92ScJ2d47MCV23Bn4COawunDRRs

By Pamela Belyea On Aug. 11, I will stand beside a book box stocked with 50-plus books for bereaved children, teens and adults and cut the ribbon to launch the first ever “Grievers Library.” This m…

08/02/2022

Pediatric psychologist Kate Eshleman, PsyD, talks about how to explain death to children, including age-appropriate ways to discuss the concept of death and dying. This article also addresses how to tell when your child needs a little bit of extra help from a mental health professional.

https://theamateursguide.com/how-to-explain-death-to-a-child/?fbclid=IwAR3Ovt-UVqSKJ-yb-tGewAk5L6w0O5fMHRHu9iHI3kj0H_WlSgR46bxS3yI

It’s best to be honest and straightforward while remaining age-appropriate When someone dies, it’s hard enough to deal with your own grief. But how on earth are you supposed to help your child thro…

05/23/2022

When it comes to climate change, we’re all in this together. That’s why we are participating in ’s Evergreen Carbon Capture! We are offsetting our carbon footprint
for 2022 by planting native trees locally. This is just one step, but it is an important part of our commitment to acting on climate change. We hope that you’ll join in - the more people who participate, the more carbon we offset and more trees are planted
throughout the region. You can learn more, calculate your footprint, at

EVERGREEN CARBON CAPTURE Tackling a global problem through local action. climate change is one of the most pressing issues our generation faces. We’re already seeing the impacts of climate change on a regular basis in the form of increases in … Evergreen Carbon Capture Program Read More »

05/10/2022

We don’t often bring on new products. This isn’t because there aren’t great things out there, but honestly - it’s a bit of a pain in the rear end to try to stock and promote the latest/greatest thing to separate families with their cash. Even if it weren’t a frustration for us, it begins to feel like grasping at fads, and let’s face it, that doesn’t serve anyone well. I also don’t play well with industry trade groups so often I miss out on seeing these things in person.

So I dragged my feet for a long time on Parting Stones.

Until I felt them and then I was sold. They have a great spin and marketing angle, but so does every company hawking their wares, so I quietly ignored them. But I actually went to a trade show that was in Seattle and got the chance to play with their rocks and wow. Totally changed my mind.

Now, I’ve used the demeaning term “rocks” here with intention. Back to all the gimmicky things that get put out there, it’s easy to pass it off as “just rocks” but these are amazing. Silky smooth and fabulous to roll around in your hand. They are just about the perfect worry rock. Easy to carry around, or set around the house to pick up and play with. These stones can be skipped, left in the forest, handed out to family, or stacked like micro-cairn on your deck.

My mom’s remains, which have been sitting in the closet since her death since 2013 and my grandmother’s parked in the same closet since 1991 are getting the Parting Stone treatment.

I’m pretty sure there’s no better endorsement for what we have for families. But I’ll leave that up to you!

Solidified remains open a gateway to healing and growth. Start the process today and hold the remains of your loved one close. No more uncomfortable ash.

04/20/2022

Natural organic reduction is a new (to humans) disposition that has been legalized in Washington and Colorado as a way of handling the remains of folks looking for a greener way to meet their existential needs. Some have called it “composting” and others have more pejorative ways to describe it, but I’ll just call it fabulous. The process involves placing a body into a “vessel” which, practically speaking, is a concrete box or cylinder, designed to hold biomass (twigs, grass, woodchips, etc.) and the body, at a temperature that is ideal for decomposition. Over the next 30-60 days, the remains are monitored for temperature and “turned” as needed for the process to turn the remains to soil. At the end of the process, what is left is remarkably rich soil that can be used for gardening at the family home, reforestation projects, or placement in a preserve. The total volume is around a cubic yard or enough to fill the back of a small pickup truck. While this may not be for everyone, it does solve a few problems - the carbon footprint is negligible, the results are a rich soil that helps our planet, and the sentiment is in alignment with many families beliefs here in the Pacific Northwest. The downside for some is the cost, around $5k with the providers in the area, or where to put the soil once the process is complete. The providers in our area all have excellent options for the soil if you don’t have a garden that will afford grandma the appropriate planting space.

- Jeff Jorgenson, Owner of Elemental Cremation and Burial