September 2020

Page B11 SEPTEMBER 2020 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS S ec t i on B NEW YORK,NY— As the pandemic continues to rage, technology compa- ny AFTR has introduced a new category in the grow- ing death care market, a line of cemetery camer- as that enable mourners to visit their loved ones’ gravesites virtually through their phone or tablet to help them stay connected. While travel is limited and social distancing is a harsh reality, AFTR helps peo- ple overcome physical ob- stacles to grieving and feel more connected to loved ones lost even when they can’t physically be with them. North America is consid- ered the most prominent death care service market because demographic and economic advancement toward customized ser- vice requirements are driv- ing growth with the global market expected to reach $102.4 billion in 2020. The United States death care market is estimated to reach revenues of around $68 billion by 2023. AFTR has developed two all weather cameras, the MountCam™ and Ground- Cam™, that can be attached to any headstone. The cam- eras are solar powered, cap- ture HD video and audio AFTR launches New Death Care Category: Cemetery Cameras to Enable Virtual Visits Joseph Schechter GroundCam MountCam On Demand Virtual Burial Visits and Constant Connection and are equipped with night vision and laser technol- ogy. Built-in mi- crophones pick up audio and ensure communications business for 13 years be- fore founding AFTR, hav- ing developed a rear-view camera for trucks. In addition to the cam- era itself, the companion messaging platform, en- ables users to stay con- nected to their loved ones forever. Friends and fami- ly can leave memories and messages including images, audio and video files which can be delivered on mean- ingful dates, such as birth- days or anniversaries. For more information on the AFTR camera, vis- it www.aftr.live. Down- load the AFTR app for iOS or Google and ac- cess AFTR Messaging at www.aftrmessaging.com. are discreet. The AFTR app, available for iOS and Google, gives users 24/7 streaming ac- cess through video and a two-way audio stream via phone or tablet. Users can ensure that a loved one’s burial site is being well- tended; they can play mu- sic and access photos, vid- eos and notes from the app’s diary. AFTR offers two plans: Peace of Mind, which captures a photo of the gravesite once a day; or Stay Connected, which allows users to access the AFTR camera stream any time, day or night. “After losing my father and facing devastating per- sonal loss, I was able to find solace as I looked for ways for me and my sib- lings to connect with my late father’s memory,” said AFTR founder and CEO Joseph Schechter. “Now more than ever, our goal is to help people stay con- nected to their loved ones despite geographic bound- aries or the virus.” Schech- ter had been in the camera Chateau Urns Releases Classic Collection PORT ST LUCIE,FL— Cha- teau Urns has announced the new Classic Collection, boutique handcrafted cremation urns. This collection of United States made, solid wood cremation urns comes from a third generation wood working family based in Michigan. Artisan Craftsman Governor cubic inches and temporary urn can be inserted into bot- tom of urn. It is secured by a bottom panel with 4 screws. Craftsman: Square Cherry wood urn with beveled top. The sliding bottom panel feature allows easy access for a standard temporary urn. The Craftsman is handcrafted with unique dovetails on the corners for a truly one of a kind look. Governor: Made of Walnut with handmade Maple key in- lays. The design showcases the talent of the woodworker. Chateau Urns hopes to expand the Classic Collection to feature many United States made cremation urns hand- crafted by small businesses in the future. Contact Brandi Combs at 888-536-5450/772-237-4141 or via email at brandi@chateauurns.com. The Classic Collection features three unique urns: Artisan: Solid Cher- ry wood with rounded top edging. Able to hold up to 280 As a supplier, you may already belong to a number of associations, but you’re likely a “supplier member” and aren’t the focus of their mission. At CFSA, we ARE the suppliers, where YOU are the focus of EVERYTHING we do. See why at CFSAA.org.