Embalming is a bad word...

This is what I was told. The word "Embalming" is too harsh and graphic for those going through the loss of a loved one.

I try my hardest to be sensitive and sympathetic to all of my families. I would never knowingly hurt them, their feelings, or laugh at their expense.

But- If you request embalming, you must sign a form, that, at the top, clearly says "Embalming Authorization". The word embalming is used at least 5 times during the conversation about signing this form. It is printed on the form. Why, then, does it become a bad word after that?

I never used graphic description, didn't overuse the word, didn't emphasize it.

I'm confused.