In this conversation, Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez interviews Bob Boetticher Sr., a funeral director with 59 years of experience, about his career and the creation of the Presidential Exhibit at the National Museum of Funeral History.

They discuss the significance of presidential memorabilia and artifacts, the role of the Military District of Washington in state funerals, and the planning and execution of state funerals. They also explore the traditions and rituals involved in state funerals, including lying in state, the caisson, and the riderless horse. 

Takeaways

1.) Bob Boetticher Sr. has had a long and distinguished career as a funeral director, including serving as the funeral director for some of the nation's presidents.

2.)The National Museum of Funeral History has a Presidential Exhibit that showcases the rituals and traditions involved in burying a U.S. president.

3.) State funerals involve various components, including lying in state, the caisson, the riderless horse, and military honors such as the 21-gun cannon salute and the missing man formation.

4.) Presidential libraries often serve as the final resting place for former presidents, providing an educational opportunity for visitors.

Please consider sharing this episode with family and friends. And schedule your tour of The National Museum of Funeral History at nmfh.org.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:45 Bob Bederker Sr.'s Career as a Funeral Director
03:09 Creation of the Presidential Exhibit
04:56 Presidential Memorabilia and Artifacts
08:00 Significant Artifacts in the Presidential Exhibit
09:27 Military District of Washington's Role in State Funerals
10:22 Planning and Execution of State Funerals
13:12 State Funerals and Presidential Libraries
14:14 Lying in State and Lying in Repose
17:07 Caisson and Riderless Horse in State Funerals
18:37 Presidential Funeral Trains
21:31 Lying in State in the US Capitol
22:55 21 Gun Cannon Salute and Missing Man Formation
25:17 Taps and Its Significance
26:41 Family's Role in Planning a State Funeral
27:37 Favorite Exhibit in the Presidential Section
28:06 History of Presidential Funeral Trains
30:31 George Bush's Funeral Train
31:47 Significance of 41-41 and the Engineer June Noble
35:04 Invitation to Visit the National Museum of Funeral History
36:18 Conclusion

In this conversation, Genevieve Keeney-Vazquez interviews Bob Boetticher Sr., a funeral director with 59 years of experience, about his career and the creation of the Presidential Exhibit at the National Museum of Funeral History.
They discuss the significance of presidential memorabilia and artifacts, the role of the Military District of Washington in state funerals, and the planning and execution of state funerals. They also explore the traditions and rituals involved in state funerals, including lying in state, the caisson, and the riderless horse. 
Takeaways
1.) Bob Boetticher Sr. has had a long and distinguished career as a funeral director, including serving as the funeral director for some of the nation's presidents.
2.)The National Museum of Funeral History has a Presidential Exhibit that showcases the rituals and traditions involved in burying a U.S. president.
3.) State funerals involve various components, including lying in state, the caisson, the riderless horse, and military honors such as the 21-gun cannon salute and the missing man formation.
4.) Presidential libraries often serve as the final resting place for former presidents, providing an educational opportunity for visitors.
Please consider sharing this episode with family and friends. And schedule your tour of The National Museum of Funeral History at <a href="http://wreathsacrossamerica.org/">nmfh.org</a>.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction 00:45 Bob Bederker Sr.'s Career as a Funeral Director 03:09 Creation of the Presidential Exhibit 04:56 Presidential Memorabilia and Artifacts 08:00 Significant Artifacts in the Presidential Exhibit 09:27 Military District of Washington's Role in State Funerals 10:22 Planning and Execution of State Funerals 13:12 State Funerals and Presidential Libraries 14:14 Lying in State and Lying in Repose 17:07 Caisson and Riderless Horse in State Funerals 18:37 Presidential Funeral Trains 21:31 Lying in State in the US Capitol 22:55 21 Gun Cannon Salute and Missing Man Formation 25:17 Taps and Its Significance 26:41 Family's Role in Planning a State Funeral 27:37 Favorite Exhibit in the Presidential Section 28:06 History of Presidential Funeral Trains 30:31 George Bush's Funeral Train 31:47 Significance of 41-41 and the Engineer June Noble 35:04 Invitation to Visit the National Museum of Funeral History 36:18 Conclusion

The National Museum of Funeral History presents The Final Curtain Never Closes, a podcast that tells the stories about the people behind our final rite of passage.

This series is part of the museum's larger mission to build and maintain a love of history and enriched understanding of our industry.

Virtual tours are available 24/7, but we'd love to see you in person. Plan your visit at www.nmfh.org. 

And remember, any day above ground is a good one!

The National Museum of Funeral History presents The Final Curtain Never Closes, a podcast that tells the stories about the people behind our final rite of passage.
This series is part of the museum's larger mission to build and maintain a love of history and enriched understanding of our industry.
Virtual tours are available 24/7, but we'd love to see you in person. Plan your visit at <a href="http://www.nmfh.org">www.nmfh.org</a>. 
And remember, any day above ground is a good one!

The Final Curtain Never Closes

The National Museum of Funeral History presents The Final Curtain Never Closes, a podcast that tells the stories about the people behind our final rite of passage.

This series is part of the museum's larger mission to build and maintain a love of history and enriched understanding of our industry.

Virtual tours are available 24/7, but we'd love to see you in person. Plan your visit at www.nmfh.org. 

And remember, any day above ground is a good one!

The National Museum of Funeral History presents The Final Curtain Never Closes, a podcast that tells the stories about the people behind our final rite of passage.
This series is part of the museum's larger mission to build and maintain a love of history and enriched understanding of our industry.
Virtual tours are available 24/7, but we'd love to see you in person. Plan your visit at <a href="http://www.nmfh.org/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.nmfh.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1674242839098000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1eUszxGGKNoJjKnYiXLWw6">www.nmfh.org</a>. 
And remember, any day above ground is a good one!

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