There are important differences between caskets that should be noted prior to making your selection. The two distinct groups of caskets are Metal and Hardwood.

There are four types of metal caskets: Solid Bronze, Solid Copper, Stainless Steel, and Carbon Steel. They range in durability as well as price, with Bronze and Copper being the most durable, and therefore the most expensive. The type of metal, the casket shell design, and the interior fabric determine the price.

Hardwood caskets consist of many different types of wood. The price is determined by the specific type of wood, the casket shell design, and the fabric used to make the interior.

The interior fabrics, of metal and wood caskets, are available in velvet, velour, crepe and satin. Through head panels and hardware, some caskets reflect a theme such as nature, floral, and religious.

Metal caskets provide a wide range of eye appeal, durability, and pricing. This is why metal caskets account for two thirds of all caskets sold in the United States today. Available in a wide variety of colors and features, metal caskets provide great value and make for a fitting tribute. Metal caskets come in bronze, copper, stainless steel, and carbon steel.

The Rhythm & Blues Foundation had its beginnings in 1987, when legendary performer Ruth Brown brought demands for royalty reform to the attention of Atlantic Records and its founder, Ahmet Ertegun. Founded in 1988, the Rhythm & Blues Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the historical and cultural preservation of Rhythm & Blues music, and recognition of contributions of its participants to our musical heritage. The Foundation provides financial and medical assistance, educational outreach, performance opportunities and archival activities to support its constituents and fulfill its mission. The Foundation also presents special events like the Pioneer Awards and other programs to recognize artistic contributions and excellence within the Rhythm & Blues music genre. Etta James was awarded the prestigious Pioneer Award in 1989 along with Lavern Baker, Charles Brown, Ruth Brown, The Clovers, Little Jimmy Scott and Percy Sledge.

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Inglewood Cemetery Mortuary has arranged for special room rates for families we serve and those attending funerals. When making room reservation, please mention Inglewood Cemetery Mortuary to obtain the special rate.

The Radisson is one of the leading, full-service global hotel companies with over 420 locations in 73 countries. They want to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your stay.

The goal at Radisson is 100% Guest Satisfaction. If you are not satisfied with something, please let one of their staff members know during your stay and they will make it right or you won’t pay. They guarantee it!

For nearly 100 years, Inglewood Park Cemetery has served Southern California with dignity, integrity and extraordinary care. Founded in 1905, Inglewood Park has performed more interments than any other individual cemetery in Southern California. Inglewood Park Cemetery and Inglewood Cemetery Mortuary are fully licensed by the State of California, and are bound by the state and federal regulations and the Health and Safety Code.

Park Lawn offers both before need counseling and at need services by sensitive, caring professionals. Whether you are looking for advance planning, or have an immediate need, they can assist you with your burial and memorialization needs.

Burial benefits available, AT NO COST, include a gravesite in any of our 123 national cemeteries with available space, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, a Government headstone or marker, a burial flag, and a Presidential Memorial Certificate, at no cost to the family. Some veterans may also be eligible for Burial Allowances. Cremated remains are buried or inurned in national cemeteries in the same manner and with the same honors as casketed remains.

Burial benefits available for spouses and dependents buried in a national cemetery include burial with the veteran, perpetual care, and the spouse or dependents name and date of birth and death will be inscribed on the veteran’s headstone, at no cost to the family.

Riverside National Cemetery is the third-largest cemetery managed by the National Cemetery Administration, and since 2000 has been the most active in the system based on the number of interments. It was established in 1976 through the transfer of 740 acres from March Air Force Base, which during World War II was called the U.S. Army's Camp William G. Haan. The cemetery was dedicated and opened for burials Nov. 11, 1978. An additional 181 acres was transferred by the Air Force in 2003.

The dramatic, meandering landscape features a central boulevard with memorial circles, lakes, indigenous-styled committal shelters, and a memorial amphitheater.

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