Sep 17, 2022 · Let’s look further into grave digging. Whether you dig by hand in a remote cemetery or you use a backhoe, there are certain steps that you need to follow in knowing how …

May 21, 2018 · When we dig graves at Carolina Memorial Sanctuary, everything is done by hand, and requires attention and care. It also requires a good bit of planning and the right tools. It is …

Micah, a local gravedigger, shows us the steps to digging a grave for burial. We ask him about several situations he might encounter while digging the grave.

Dec 20, 2025 · How deep graves are dug at a burial site will depend on local practice and where you live, despite the expression of "6 feet under" as a common euphemism for death. It is …

May 2, 2018 · Digging a grave is far more complex than ‘dig a hole, chuck Nanna in, fill it up, pub, golden.’ Funeral Directors are frequently seen as the main ‘body burier’, but in reality, they are …

Mar 16, 2019 · Discover expert tips on how to dig a grave in frozen ground with ease. Learn about essential tools and techniques to ensure a safe, efficient excavation even in harsh winter …

Apr 18, 2019 · Learn about the work of hand-digging graves with Mark Hubbard of Dignified Cemetery Services in Chichester, New Hampshire

Working in a cemetery requires precision, respect, and the right equipment. Although graves have traditionally been dug by hand for centuries, this process is now increasingly supported by …

Nov 3, 2016 · So began my first time digging a grave. We only had to go down 3½ feet for ashes, not the six feet you hear of in songs. And a box is much smaller than a body. Still, the work …

Jul 16, 2025 · The unauthorized excavation of a grave is a serious offense with significant legal repercussions. A range of laws are designed to protect the sanctity of burial sites and honor …