This document discusses the challenges that funeral homes and transport services may face with increasing obesity rates in the US. It notes that obesity is projected to become the leading cause of death by 2019. As obesity increases, funeral homes will need to address staffing, vehicle, equipment, and facility limitations to handle larger remains. The presentation provides information on shipping, cremation, embalming, casketing, and service techniques for bariatric remains, as well as recommended equipment. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions.