The Brief
- An investigation into a Mesa mortuary revealed a pattern of gross neglect involving unrefrigerated bodies and unsanitary conditions.
- Franklin Lambert has a history of violations dating back to 2011, but he retains his embalmer’s license despite losing other credentials.
- Family Burial & Cremation Center surrendered its license and ceased operations in late September.
MESA, Ariz. – An ex-funeral home director is under state scrutiny once again following a disturbing discovery. The investigation into a Mesa mortuary reveals major concerns about how human remains were treated. State health officials are pointing to a “pattern of gross neglect” by Franklin Lambert, a man with a documented history of violations stemming back to 2011.
What they’re saying:
This latest inspection happened in early September, but Franklin Lambert’s history of alleged sanitation and dignity violations spans more than a decade. Those incidents led to the removal of his cremationist and funeral director licenses, but the state left him with his embalmer’s license.…