| Colorado Cremation: | | | | residents of the communities they serve. The following |
| Since 1908, when America witnessed its largest influx | | | | is an overview of the rituals and beliefs of several of |
| of immigrants, the United States has served as a | | | | the cultures that are becoming a greater part of the |
| haven for those seeking to live out the American | | | | fabric of America, in the hope that it will provide some |
| dream. Today, the United States is experiencing | | | | degree of insight for funeral service professionals who |
| it’s a second great wave of immigration, as | | | | are called upon to care for them. It should be noted, |
| immigrants from the still developing worlds of Asia and | | | | however, that some of these customs may not |
| Latin America make it their home. As cities and towns | | | | always be applicable in certain areas, and funeral |
| become increasingly multicultural, it is essential for | | | | directors should consult with the religious leaders of the |
| funeral service providers to be cognizant of the role | | | | various groups to become familiar with their specific |
| that religion plays in the funeral services of the | | | | needs. |