10 Years ago at my grandfathers funeral my Father asked me to build him a casket for his funeral. A couple good friends came together to help me make this last wish of my fathers come true.
The family working together to build a "pine box" for the man that helped to build the family. I will say this is awesome, good work, and good on all of you. I can only imagine his soul is smiling.
I’m sure your dad loved it. About three years ago, my siblings and I built a similar casket for my dad, using his tools, in his shop, with what he taught us and in his style. It was a very meaningful experience for all of us. I hope it brought your family together as it did ours.
I did the same for my beloved old man, who died in1992. He was an amazing, brilliant and loving man and father to me and my 5 siblings. He fought in W.W. II as a bombardier on a B-17, for 2 1/2 yeras and was awarded the "Distinguished Flying Cross"- TWICE! He was on a bombing run on June 6,1944 -D-Day. And the only thing he shared with me about the day was that-he had never realized that there were so many ships in the world-let alone in that one place at that singular time. He rarely spoke of the things he did while in the service-an apparently common trait with W.W. II vets. I was just starting out as a cabinet maker when he died. But I knew it was coming and inevitable-he had Alzhiemers for 6 years-and to see him whittling away was heartbreaking.And we all chipped in and took care of him at home till the end. The building took only a week. And was completed only a week before he went. I especially remember taking his measurements . It was then I realized that I was'nt measuring for a kitchen cabinet or a bookcase, it was my old mans resting place for all eternity.. Nice big dovetails and all. I think the old man appeciated the love and sweat that went into that box. I know he did and still does.Being 62 now- I have 3 daughters who are as far away from cabinetry as you can get. In the not too distant future- I believe I will start taking measurements---again. Seeing this video---I havent thought about these things in 25 years. Forgive my rambling. Peace.
I totally appreciate your "rambling." My father was too young for WWII, but my father-in-law won a Bronze star for making one working airplane from two downed ones in Germany during WWII. I did not know until a few years before his death back in 2006. He was married with one little 2 yr old boy when he got drafted. I still have his letters to my mother-in-law from those days. So glad he lived through it to father my husband into existence! Thank you for sharing about your beloved dad.
We were different Americans back then. Can you imagine a world war now? The services would be hard pressed to get 1/10th of the manpower it needs.. And can you even fathom what kind of reception a draft would get?
This is much more than building a casket. It is love, honor and respect for a man you loved you and his family and served his fellow beings. Thanks for sharing! Love ya Terry
well put together. many compliments. My brother used to make caskets back in the early 60s. This was a true artisan's work. Higher grade than the normal cabinet maker
I don't suppose you have any plans or anything like that which you could share? My 3 week old just passed and I always said that if any of my children or family members pass before me, I'd like to build their coffin. This was beautiful.
How long did it take to make? Was your father still alive at the time? Did you do the interior, or did someone else? Was it silk? Or satin? Was was the under lying material for the under bedding? Cotton? Straw? The carry rods, were they polished aluminum? Fixed position, or do they have a swivel point? Do you make them for a living also? Sorry I'm being nosey, but that's just how I am. Looks really good by the way.
Jeff McKenzie it took us about 2 weeks working on it a couple nights a week. Yes my father was still alive when we started the project. It was about 2 weeks before he passed away. Pancreatic cancer. I believe it was silk. And we used a foam pad from Home Depot. I do not make them for a living. But a good friends father had a cabinet shop and offered to help. The handles are fixed. They are stainless and off a fire engine. My dad worked his entire life as a Firefighter. Evan went to New York for 911 and helped search the piles. Thanks for all the questions.
I built the casket for my wife of 22 years. She fought the good fight, but the cancer won. I made her final resting place from Sassafras and cherry, so she would have that wonderful scent all the way to heaven. God, how I miss her..
Richard Arveaux sorry to hear about your wife. And thanks for sharing a little about your project. Wish there was a way to share photos on this platform
Drumdogg1996 the only casket plans I am aware of and are similar to this casket are sold by Rockler. They also have the hardware as well. If building for a loved one, it’s ok to use Rockler as a hardware source. If building commercial like we do, they are simply too expensive
Sadly, I'm about to embark on the very same project. My wife has a disease she aquired while getting rid of cancer. The chemicals used to kill the cancer is going to kill the patient. I can't let her leave this world without her knowing how much I love her. My last gift is a Sassafras casket, so she'll smell that wonderful wood all the way to heaven.
Richard Arveaux thank you for your comment. I'm very sorry to hear about your wife. Building a casket for my father ended up being very healing. I would love to see photos when you are done.
The family working together to build a "pine box" for the man that helped to build the family. I will say this is awesome, good work, and good on all of you. I can only imagine his soul is smiling.
I’m sure your dad loved it. About three years ago, my siblings and I built a similar casket for my dad, using his tools, in his shop, with what he taught us and in his style. It was a very meaningful experience for all of us. I hope it brought your family together as it did ours.
Came here to learn some woodworking and instead got choked up.. Thanks and God Bless Pop Pop Cody
Bob Abooey Sitting here, tears down my cheeks, too. To be honored by someone like that. Must be a wonderful family.
You guys did the old man proud. Money can't buy the love you put into this project. It turned out very well.
Dam that music brought tears to my eyes 😢
Same here.
Oh my. Beautiful job guys! Music was perfect--I was fighting tears as I watched....totally beautiful!
I embraced the tears.
Très joli. Vous lui rendez un magnifique hommage. Respect
Just beautiful! Thank you for sharing this.
Amazing work!!!
I did the same for my beloved old man, who died in1992. He was an amazing, brilliant and loving man and father to me and my 5 siblings. He fought in W.W. II as a bombardier on a B-17, for 2 1/2 yeras and was awarded the "Distinguished Flying Cross"- TWICE! He was on a bombing run on June 6,1944 -D-Day. And the only thing he shared with me about the day was that-he had never realized that there were so many ships in the world-let alone in that one place at that singular time. He rarely spoke of the things he did while in the service-an apparently common trait with W.W. II vets. I was just starting out as a cabinet maker when he died. But I knew it was coming and inevitable-he had Alzhiemers for 6 years-and to see him whittling away was heartbreaking.And we all chipped in and took care of him at home till the end. The building took only a week. And was completed only a week before he went. I especially remember taking his measurements . It was then I realized that I was'nt measuring for a kitchen cabinet or a bookcase, it was my old mans resting place for all eternity.. Nice big dovetails and all. I think the old man appeciated the love and sweat that went into that box. I know he did and still does.Being 62 now- I have 3 daughters who are as far away from cabinetry as you can get. In the not too distant future- I believe I will start taking measurements---again. Seeing this video---I havent thought about these things in 25 years. Forgive my rambling. Peace.
Thank you for sharing your story and a little about your father. Sounds like he was an Amazing man.
I totally appreciate your "rambling." My father was too young for WWII, but my father-in-law won a Bronze star for making one working airplane from two downed ones in Germany during WWII. I did not know until a few years before his death back in 2006. He was married with one little 2 yr old boy when he got drafted. I still have his letters to my mother-in-law from those days. So glad he lived through it to father my husband into existence! Thank you for sharing about your beloved dad.
We were different Americans back then. Can you imagine a world war now? The services would be hard pressed to get 1/10th of the manpower it needs.. And can you even fathom what kind of reception a draft would get?
This was made with love you could tell by the way everyone handled the wood. Looks Great. Thanks for sharing.
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What a beautiful tribute to your father.
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Man !!! It is the most beautiful casket I ever saw ! 'Course your father would have liked it ! He would be proud of you for shure !!!
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This is much more than building a casket. It is love, honor and respect for a man you loved you and his family and served his fellow beings. Thanks for sharing! Love ya Terry
love it. you all did a freaking awesome job, a lot of LOVE went into that.
That is a beautiful gift you gave your dad.
Thanks for sharing the story. From one country boy to another
Love built for the man in the box.God bless All who worked on love and caring.❤❤❤
well put together. many compliments. My brother used to make caskets back in the early 60s. This was a true artisan's work. Higher grade than the normal cabinet maker
What an amazing family... you are all truly blessed.... this love can only be from the Lord....
Awesome job guys, well done!!!
What a a beautiful casket rip⚘
I think it got dusty in here now my my eyes are watering. Wow! Vaya con Dios to all. Thanks from.St. Paul Minnesota.
It is beautiful. God's Peace be with your Dad.
What a beautiful tribute y'all created.
That was really special Cody. Your Dad no doubt is honored. May he rest in piece. Your Dad really was a neat guy.
Beautiful Video. A gift I am sure your Father saw from above.
What a beautiful gift. Thank you for sharing your time and talent
beautiful work
You're a good son Cody.
Amazing!
what can anyone say , beautiful on every level
Very Nice Job You Dad would like IT!
Beautiful! An emotinal video! making the real last gift for your father. Thanks for charing this video. you guys are great!!
kind regards, Jan
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Fantastic job. The casket looks beatiful and you made me shed actual tears from this video.
Beautiful job on your father’s casket, looks like professional’s built it.
Very emotional video. Makes me think of my daddy who passed away in 2017.
Awesome . I wish I could have done this for my dad.
Beautiful. May it your father rest in peace
Damn. Must be a great guy.
MUCH respect.
WOW, WOW, WOW!!!, well done you guys amazing job, xx 💚🍀 xx
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Beautiful!! I love firefighter logo carving. I'm sure your father would be proud.
Beautiful video of a man putting love into his fathers casket
This was truly beautiful. He would be proud
Beautiful done with so much love tears
Absolutely gorgeous! Great job guys!
Man I have no words..amazing work
I don't suppose you have any plans or anything like that which you could share? My 3 week old just passed and I always said that if any of my children or family members pass before me, I'd like to build their coffin. This was beautiful.
Beautiful!!
What a beautiful tribute for your dad! So much love and care going into his final resting place!
Really impressive Cody. Great job!
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Beautiful work. Truly a work of love. Im going to have to build my own. Would you happen to have the plans for the one you built?
Great work
I’m starting to cry 😭
That is just beautiful.
Exceedingly well done.
Just bury my ashes under a pear 🍐 tree. Beam me up, Jesus.
Wow, Beautiful work
That is beautiful! No doubt you loved your dad!!! Wow!!
beautiful
I built a casket for my sister who passed away 3 weeks ago I know how hard it is to build one
I did not build my sons casket but it was one I had refinished for myself.
You are a good son
nicely done !excellent choice of music
Great job.... If I could do that I'd start my owe business...
Beautiful
Nice job, well done.
Funeral Arrangements made early af 😂
The only type of board 😂
spectacular...........
Do you by chance have plans for this do you? Would like to build one for my 99 year old mom. Thank you
Love it will like to get one
How long did it take to make? Was your father still alive at the time? Did you do the interior, or did someone else? Was it silk? Or satin? Was was the under lying material for the under bedding? Cotton? Straw? The carry rods, were they polished aluminum? Fixed position, or do they have a swivel point? Do you make them for a living also? Sorry I'm being nosey, but that's just how I am. Looks really good by the way.
Jeff McKenzie it took us about 2 weeks working on it a couple nights a week. Yes my father was still alive when we started the project. It was about 2 weeks before he passed away. Pancreatic cancer. I believe it was silk. And we used a foam pad from Home Depot. I do not make them for a living. But a good friends father had a cabinet shop and offered to help. The handles are fixed. They are stainless and off a fire engine. My dad worked his entire life as a Firefighter. Evan went to New York for 911 and helped search the piles. Thanks for all the questions.
Well done young'un
I’m not crying, you’re crying 😢
amazing job
I would love to talk with you gentlemen about a miniature version of this casket with the Star Of Life and the Red Cross on the top
I built the casket for my wife of 22 years. She fought the good fight, but the cancer won. I made her final resting place from Sassafras and cherry, so she would have that wonderful scent all the way to heaven. God, how I miss her..
Richard Arveaux sorry to hear about your wife. And thanks for sharing a little about your project. Wish there was a way to share photos on this platform
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Absolutely beautiful! Wonderful tribute to your father. I'm so sorry for your loss. May I ask if you have the plans for this?
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yes, again on of the most beautiful caskets I've seen, do you have plans for this, even for purchase?
Drumdogg1996 the only casket plans I am aware of and are similar to this casket are sold by Rockler. They also have the hardware as well. If building for a loved one, it’s ok to use Rockler as a hardware source. If building commercial like we do, they are simply too expensive
Where did you source the handle hardware?
Very nice.......
I was looking for how to make coffin, i found something bigger.
Where can I get the casket
Im building my own toe pincher that top gave me idea i will be LT 515 TFD on top
excellent
Sadly, I'm about to embark on the very same project. My wife has a disease she aquired while getting rid of cancer. The chemicals used to kill the cancer is going to kill the patient. I can't let her leave this world without her knowing how much I love her. My last gift is a Sassafras casket, so she'll smell that wonderful wood all the way to heaven.
Richard Arveaux thank you for your comment. I'm very sorry to hear about your wife. Building a casket for my father ended up being very healing. I would love to see photos when you are done.
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But the thing is , he told you to build it like the one he saw , so you really didnt listen to him lol
cool
Good sir..I coffin makers & Andetecon in India I have a job yor company
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Too sentimental
Can anyone help me my youtubes are not playing they just show error.
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If you witness the birth TYPICALLY the death is preferred not visable...
Parentally speaking. 🙏🏾
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I asked my sons to build me one, they said it would be ready by friday :-(
Oh man. Are doing ok? Will you please ask them to send me a photo. I would love to see it. Cody@methodairutah.com
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