Inside the World of Designer Coffins

Death is the end we all face, but how we want to be remembered is taking a twist. Aretha Franklin’s gold coffin at her funeral this past August is just the latest example: From coffins with a classic Dracula-inspired goth look to coffins adorned with sports logos to coffins designed like a Doctor Who TARDIS or an airplane, several companies have emerged over the past several years to cater to individuals who want their personalities and the interests that defined their lives to be reflected in their final resting place… read more >