We gently transform human remains into rich, fertile soil through a service called Terramation™.
We gently return loved ones to the earth so that new life may be created, just as nature intended. We have an absolute commitment to sustainability, respect, simplicity, and affordability.
Return Home™ exists to serve those who care about the future of our world and seek a natural ending for themselves.
How our process works.
Our Terramation™ process gently transforms the human body into life-giving soil using alfalfa, straw, sawdust and time. Learn about our process below.
Laying In
The loved one is placed in one of our specially designed vessels. Our laying-in service allows families to bid their loved ones farewell in person or virtually while also adorning them with items that show love and celebrate their memory.
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Oxygen flows through the vessel which stimulates microbes in the body. These microbes rapidly transform the body into soil in just 30 days.
Resting
The soil is screened for inorganics and placed into a cube to rest and cool for the next 30 days.
Life Grows On
Beautiful life-giving soil is ready to Return Home to the family or to be scattered at The Woodland.
Making our last act on the planet one that gives back.
Our Terramation™ (Human Composting) funeral pre-planning program allows you to:
– Celebrate your commitment to a sustainable future
– Pay the gift of life forward, continuing nature’s cycle
– Give your loved ones peace of mind knowing they are honoring your final wishes
Start your Terramation™ funeral pre-plan today! Here's how it works.
Submit the form below to learn more about Terramation™ pre-planning, and to get in touch with our pre-planning specialist.
Our pre-planning specialist will contact you with everything you need to complete your pre-plan, guiding you throughout the process.
After you have completed the items specified by our pre-planning specialist, your Terramation™ is guaranteed in compliance with your pre-planning policy.
What's included in Terramation™ funeral pre-planning?
Terramation™ funeral pre-planning includes:
- Transportation to our Auburn, WA facility (additional transportation fees may be incurred, depending on location)
- Terramation™ of the body into beautiful fertile soil
- Complete guidance from our service team during every stage of the process
- Filing of the death certificate and all necessary paperwork
- Returning soil home to the family, or donation to our greenbelt property to revitalize local flora