Dying for a Discount

Nothing against bargain hunters, but when Lisa from Crazy Adventures in Parenting mentioned that Wal-Mart has started to sell caskets, I couldn’t get over to my blog fast enough.

I think it’s a fantastic idea and the comedic value almost tops the monetary one.

Caskets are expensive and I don’t see the point of paying top dollar for something that’s soon going to be covered in dirt. I’ve already made that mistake with carpeting. Fool me once…

Think about it. Unless you plan to bury a loved one in a box haphazardly constructed of plywood, I really don’t think people are going to care.

Have you ever overheard anyone remark at a funeral how great Uncle Frank’s casket looked as they snapped photos of the beautiful inlaid finish and golden accents?

As the old adage goes, “It’s what’s inside that matters”.

Whether you simply can’t afford the ‘grab your ankles’ retail price of funeral home caskets or you’d like to preserve your inheritance, I say “Save On!”

All caskets are shipped to you or the funeral home of your choice within 48 hours. Considering decomposition isn’t really unbearable until after about 72 hours, you’re in the clear.

They even offer 12-month interest-free financing so here’s a little tip that can save you even more money. Make the first month’s payment and be done with it. What are they going to do? Repossess it? Even Wal-Mart isn’t that heartless.

I do wonder though…will they slap one of their smiley face stickers on it at checkout? You know, like they do with laundry detergent? I think they should. It’s a sad time and most people cheer up when they see a smiley face. Plus, who wants to mess with receipts when the 80-year old geezer guarding the exit asks to see proof that you bought it? You have enough on your mind.

I do think it’s odd to see that they’ve opened these up for “reviews” on their web site because beyond saying the casket looked like a casket, what more can you say until it’s actually been used? I’m a Twitter addict and all but even I’ll probably give it a rest after death.

Word of caution though. They do not accept returns. So, nice try to all those looking to save on burial costs by placing Aunt Mildred in the casket and then calling FedEx for a pickup.

Wal-Mart is so on to you.

As a sidenote, I am totally dying over here (no pun intended) that Steven Segal’s movie, “Hard to Kill” is included in the results when you search for ‘caskets’ on Wal-Mart’s website.

Seriously, check it out. This is classic.

Like what you see? Please share!

•