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Receivables from Preneed Trusts (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2013
Receivables From Preneed Trusts [Abstract]
Amount at which there is no controlling interest in trust assets (Description)		less than 50%
Receivables from preneed trusts transferred to third parties in which company holds controlling interest	$ 14.3

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The percentage at which there is no controlling financial interest in trust assets.

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Receivables from Preneed Trusts, Transferred to Third Parties, Company has Controlling Interest

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