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Receivables from Preneed Trusts (Narrative) (Details)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2017
Receivables From Preneed Trusts [Abstract]
Amount at which there is no controlling interest in trust assets (Description)	less than 50%

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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

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