The Cremation Historian

Circa 1910s birds eye view of the chapel and columbarium in the Chelten Hills Crematory, Philadelphia. This once magnificent structure has faced the ravages of time, though many of the historic features are still present. (Engler Cremation Collection)

This image of the San Francisco Crematory in California which appeared in several newspapers in the bay area, shows the front elevation on the building which was completed in 1893. Located on the grounds of Cypress Lawn Cemetery which eventually took over operation, this magnificent façade was all but destroyed during the 1957 earthquake. A new modern chapel stands in its place. (Engler Cremation Collection)