Why Should You Use a Trade Embalmer?
Your firm's call volume can't justify bringing on another licensee.
Your firm is looking for ways to reduce costs.
Your firm has recently lost a licensee and you are in the interviewing and hiring process.
Your firm is looking for ways to maximize the availability time for the families you serve.
Your firm is overstretched.
These are some of the most common reasons a firm will elect to use a trade embalmer. With the increase in cremations, especially direct cremations, your firm may not be able to hire a full time embalmer to be a part of your staff. I'm sure you've seen times in your firm when your staff is on the clock and waiting for the next call. Or the first half of your work day is focused on prep room activities from the previous night making it hard to be available for the families you serve.
Wouldn't it be better if you got the skills of a professional embalmer without having to put them on your staff as a full-time employee? Why not pay for what you need when you need it? Wouldn't you like to come into the funeral home in the morning with the clear agenda to focus on the duties of a funeral director, knowing the back office activities have been taken care of?
Cloud Mortuary Services is for you.
Cloud Mortuary Services is a Trade Embalming Service owned & operated by Mike Cloud. He a licensed Embalmer (EMB003944) and a licensed Funeral Director (FD004350) for the State of Georgia. While Mike is dual-licensed, it is the embalmer side he believes is his greatest strength. At all locations he has worked, it is the prep room where he has shown his true abilities. Secondly, you're not hiring your competition to do your work. Mike is not an employee of any funeral home. His business is independent of any firm. He is in business not to compete with you but rather to compliment your business.
Secondly, professional integrity and confidentiality are tantamount to Cloud Mortuary Services. Any professional or proprietary information will be safely guarded. Likewise, no other firm will know of your selection to use Cloud Mortuary Services. This, like your own business, is a business based on skills, abilities, and trust.
Before starting Cloud Mortuary Services, Mike worked at various funeral homes.
- McKoon Funeral Home , Newan, GA
- Carmichael-Hemperly Funeral Home, Peachtree City, GA
- Horis A. Ward Funeral Home, Stone Mountain, GA
- Platt's Funeral Home , Augusta, GA
- Duval Funeral Home, Tampa, FL
While at McKoon Funeral Home, Mike wrote an article regarding MRSA and VRE . This article was accepted and published by The Dodge Magazine. It was later republished, with permission, by Robert G. Mayer for his textbook Embalming: History, Theory and Practice. (You may read the article using the link on the words MRSA and VRE). Mike's broad experience and desire to continue to learn about our profession will greatly enhance your business.
Mike is retired from the United States Army, (SFC/USA ret). He maintained a Top Secret clearance during his career. He served in many distinguished units including and assignments.
- 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne)
- 82nd Airborne Division
- 1/501st Airborne Infantry (Alaska)
- Drill Sergeant
- Master Parachutist wings with over 100 parachute jumps
The traits of professionalism and attention to detail demonstrated in units such as these continue in the private sector. His respect of the funeral business and his desire to provide the best service possible make him a logical choice for your business .
Mike attends Crossroads Church , Douglasville, GA. He is also active in Battle Hill Lodge #523, F&AM, Lithia Springs, GA. Mike is married to the former Lynn Carter of Winston, GA and is the father to four sons, one step-son and one step-daughter. Mike and Lynn are the proud grandparents to four grandchildren and are expecting their 5th in the spring of 2009. Mike is also a part-time student at Strayer University, Douglasville Campus. He is completing his Bachelor's in Business Administration (Management). Mike's commitment to his family, faith and his community are in line with your personal and professional belief systems.
Mike's fees are quite reasonable. They are set in a way to provide an exemplary service at a great value. If your firm is outside of the greater Atlanta area or West Georgia area, the preparation can be done at a remote location and then transported to your firm. The service carries a Professional Liability Insurance of $1,000,000
"I have known Michael Cloud for almost 13 years now, and have had the pleasure of working with him. He conducts himself with the utmost integrity and is a dedicated, reliable professional. His embalming skills, without exception, are excellent. I highly recommend his services." Cynthia Martin, Preparation Room Manager, Platt’s Funeral Home, Augusta, Georgia
My fees are reasonable and my services exemplary
Satisfaction Guaranteed.
Contact Mike for more information.
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