What is another word for mortician?
Pronunciation: [mɔːtˈɪʃən] (IPA) 
A mortician, also known as an undertaker or funeral director, is a professional who is licensed to prepare and arrange for the burial or cremation of the deceased. Other synonyms for mortician include embalmer, mortuary technician, and funeral home operator or manager. Embalmers are responsible for preparing the body for an open casket viewing and for preserving the body's appearance. Mortuary technicians assist with the embalming process and arrange the funeral service. Funeral home operators or managers handle the logistics of the funeral service, including arranging for transportation of the body, making funeral arrangements, and providing support to the grieving family. No matter the synonym used, morticians play an important and respected role in society.
