The Simple Pine Box
Wood, glue, fabric, and rope—sanded smooth with care and prayer—come together to form a humble yet dignified resting place for the body in death. This casket contains no metal at all, not even a single screw or nail. Because of this, it can be fully cremated or buried naturally in a cemetery.
The wood is carefully sanded to a smooth 220-grit finish. It is a natural, bare pine that looks beautiful and carries a pleasant wood scent. If you wish, you and your family are welcome to decorate and personalize the casket using markers or paint. If you would like me to apply a coat of mineral oil I may be able to do that for an additional cost.
It is important to me—and hopefully to you as well—that this casket remain very affordable. I usually keep at least one casket built and ready. The price is $750 if you pick up your casket by appointment at the woodshop in Hibbing. In Minnesota, there is no sales tax on a casket.
I can also personally deliver your casket anywhere in Minnesota and to parts of northern Wisconsin. Please call to ask about delivery pricing. You can expect the total cost of your casket, including delivery within Minnesota, to be under $1,000.
If needed, I can prepare a casket for shipment by a freight company. Shipping typically takes about a week. For delivery within the contiguous United States, you can expect the total price, including shipping, to be around $1,500.
Casket
Casket orders are best arranged by phone at (218) 231-2413. Payment is usually made by personal check or cash.
During the call, we can talk about pickup or delivery timing, calculate delivery charges, and go over any details. Most importantly, I value the opportunity to speak with the families who are ordering a casket so I can answer questions and know who I am praying for.
After we make arrangements by phone, I may send you a link to a custom webpage for your casket. This page will include delivery charges and any other details specific to your order. If we agree to a credit card payment, the page will also provide that option.
