Starmark Adds Three Caskets to Nature’s Way® Product Line

All-Wood Construction Products Receive Environmental and Kosher Recognition

RICHMOND, INDIANA – Starmark, a part of Vandor Group, Inc., proudly announces the introduction of three new products: the Ethos, Pathos, and Logos caskets.   These new Nature’s Way products feature All-Wood Construction and have received prestigious certifications from both the Green Burial Council and the Indianapolis Beth Din – Kosher Supervision Authority. These achievements underscore Starmark’s commitment to providing Sensible Solutions® for an ever-growing community of funeral and cemetery professionals seeking greener alternatives and Kosher products. Starmark shares the visions of these organizations in offering more sustainable, eco-friendly after-death options that honor families, enrich communities, and nurture our planet for future generations.

“We are excited to announce that the Nature’s Way Ethos, Pathos, and Logos caskets have received Green Burial Council and Kosher certification,” said Justin Davis, President of Starmark. “As consumer demand for eco-friendly and kosher funeral options grows, Starmark remains committed to providing innovative solutions and enhancing services with a reduced environmental impact.”

The Green Burial Council (www.greenburialcouncil.org) is a nationally recognized, non-profit organization that encourages sustainability in the funeral profession.   The council offers certification programs for burial grounds, funeral homes, and funeral products.  Certification is awarded to funeral providers that demonstrate compliance with the established Green Burial Council standards designed to create sustainable practices in funeral service as well as to preserve and steward land through burial.

Kosher certification was granted by Indianapolis Beth Din – Kosher Supervision (www.chabadindiana.org).  Founded in 1981, the Indianapolis Beth Din is the oldest Kosher supervising organization in the state of Indiana, providing certification for industrial and commercial establishments throughout the state. The Kosher industry has recently been enjoying rapid international growth, with many consumers associating a Kosher symbol with a product that is associated with cleanliness and hygiene. 

The Starmark Nature’s Way series, initially introduced in 2009, provides funeral homes and their families with environmentally friendly burial and cremation container choices that are very affordable and generate an increase in body present events.  These containers offer high eye appeal, are environmentally responsible, and are strong, yet lightweight.  For funeral professionals, these products bring about new opportunities for green burial and cremation services, simple and private family farewells as well as identification viewings which research proves are preferred by informed consumers instead of “no view” final dispositions.

The Nature’s Way Ethos, Pathos, and Logos offer:

• All Wood Construction – built using no metal with only wood fasteners and organic glues
• Optional organic unbleached cotton interiors 
• Inside dimensions of 22.5” wide by 77” long
• Biodegradable materials – low carbon footprint – decompose and cremate efficiently
• Ships pre-assembled with minimal packaging – no assembly required
• Available with stationary wood and cotton strap handles
• Made in the USA

Starmark’s Nature’s Way Ethos, Pathos, and Logos are currently available directly from Starmark or nationwide through Starmark distributors.  To learn more about Starmark and the Nature’s Way products, please visit or contact Starmark at 888-366-7335. 

About Starmark Cremation Products:  Since 2004, the Starmark brand has designed, marketed, and manufactured Sensible Solutions® for its customers.  Starmark prides itself on providing innovative, affordable, and high-quality products so that its customers can focus on the things that matter most: allowing families the opportunity to lay their loved ones to rest in an affordable yet dignified and respectful manner. The company’s ability to craft and deliver meaningful products is part of the formula that helps it serve customers.

Iris Infant Casket/Vault Joins Doric Product Line

MARSHALL, IL – Doric Products, Inc. is proud to now offer the Iris™ – the latest addition to their quality line of burial products.   The Iris is constructed of durable polystyrene and joins the Daisy Chrisom™ in Doric’s line of infant combination casket/vault models.

“The Iris is an attractive lightweight product designed to be handled easily by a single person,” commented Jim Wiens, president of Doric Products, Inc.  “Its price point is about half of our Daisy Chrisom infant model, offering families an economical yet dignified solution.”

The exterior is available in standard white, pink marble, and blue marble designs and features a matching interior that coordinates beautifully with the exterior. The cover features a butyl seal around the perimeter that provides resistance to gravesite elements with a flat top for optional customization or graphics.  All colors of the Iris are available in both 18” and 24” interior dimensions.  

“As we strive to deliver on our mission of offering final resting places of exceptional quality, value, and strength, the launch of the Iris is exactly the type of product that supports this goal,” added Wiens.  “We are honored to help funeral professionals support all families in their time of need.”

About Doric:  Doric Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of burial vaults, cremation vaults, and memorialization products.  Distributed by highly trained professionals throughout the United States and Canada, Doric offers burial vaults of exceptional quality, value, and strength.  Although Doric is best known as a leader in traditional concrete burial vaults, the Classic Metal Vaults division features one of the largest selections of air-seal metal vaults available anywhere.  

In the cover photo: A new addition to the Doric product line, the Iris offers families an economical yet dignified option in their time of need in three different exterior designs (white, pink marble and blue marble) and two interior dimensions (18” and 24”).

Doric Products, Inc. Adds Columbaria to Product Line

MARSHALL, IL – Doric Products, Inc., an industry leader in providing dignified funeral and cemetery solutions, is proud to introduce the Doric Columbaria product line.  With both standard and custom models, Doric remains committed to creating beautiful final resting places for families and their loved ones.

“Our columbarium product line is our testament to the needs of today’s funeral consumers,” commented Jim Wiens, President of Doric Products, Inc.  “Our use of superior materials along with proven craftsmanship, ensures that a Doric columbarium will remain a cherished part of any memorial area for generations to come.”

Derek Maher, Business Development Manager of Doric Products Inc., is leading the columbaria project. Maher has more than twenty years of experience with columbarium development and cemetery management and is well-versed in the columbarium purchase and installation process, including design, construction, marketing, and maintenance.

“Every columbarium is constructed in Doric’s Corbin, KY facility under the supervision of Doric artisans to ensure the highest quality in every columbarium manufactured,” stated Maher.  “We use only a marine grade aluminum alloy for the superstructure which is engineered to hold well over 1650 lbs. per square foot. 

For more information, contact Doric at (888) 553-6742 and ask for Derek Maher.

About Doric:  Doric Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of burial vaults, cremation vaults, and memorialization products.  Distributed by highly trained professionals throughout the United States and Canada, Doric offers final resting places of exceptional quality, value, and strength. 

Brentwood™ Ceremonial Casket Joins Starmark’s Nature’s Way Line

Eco-Friendly Model Fills Merchandising Gap in Company’s Product Line 

Richmond, IN – Starmark has announced the introduction of the Brentwood ceremonial casket.  The Brentwood joins The Arbor™, The Natural™, and The Terra™ green burial and cremation options in the innovative Nature’s Way® product line.  The Starmark Nature’s Way line, first launched in 2009, offers environmentally friendly green burial and cremation options for funeral homes and families. 

Starmark ceremonial caskets provide an affordable solution for bereaved families to hold modest or full services.  The Brentwood casket with its environmental positioning and natural appearance is targeted to appeal to consumers who desire a ceremony or service for their loved ones prior to a green burial or a cremation. 

The solid pine Brentwood ceremonial casket offers Starmark’s “Built to Last” construction and features a replaceable head panel, adjustable bed system, gas spring lid support, and J-Channel quick-install interior system. The exterior styling features a natural finish with a water-based clear coat and simple wood handles. The interior of the casket offers a natural cotton fabric-lined head panel to highlight the Nature’s Way “green” appeal. 

Paired with the Brentwood, yet compatible with all Starmark ceremonial caskets, the Nature’s Way rental casket insert creates a low-cost and high-eye appeal option for those families seeking either a green burial or cremation. The Nature’s Way rental insert is eco-friendly and designed with natural materials such as unbleached cotton interior fabric, printed reinforced fiberboard construction, wax paper leak-resistant liner, and natural cotton handles.  

The combination of the Brentwood ceremonial casket and the Nature’s Way rental casket insert provides funeral homes and families with an environmentally friendly green burial and cremation option.  For funeral directors who like a more conventional appearance, any Starmark traditional crepe or velvet interior also can be used with the Brentwood ceremonial casket.“The Brentwood ceremonial casket is the first of its kind and offers built-to-last Starmark features funeral directors trust,” stated Justin Davis, President of Starmark Cremation Products.  “When the Brentwood is displayed along with the Nature’s Way Natural and Arbor green burial and cremation options, it offers families a merchandised ‘Good-Better-Best’ product assortment with an environmentally-friendly focus.”

For more information about the complete line of Starmark products for burial and cremation, please visit starmarkcp.com.

About Starmark Cremation Products:
Since 2004, the Starmark brand has provided Sensible Solutions® for bereaved families. Starmark prides itself on providing environmentally conscious, innovative, economical, and high-quality products so that funeral professionals can focus on what matters most: allowing families the opportunity to lay their loved ones to rest in a dignified manner.