Penny wise and pound foolish
used to cut it but then we found
ourselves poor and very, very wise.

http://www.funeralplan.com/products/embalming.html

Your RIGHT to not be buried Like an Egyptian:

"Except in certain special cases, embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be necessary, however, if you select certain funeral arrangements, such as a funeral with viewing. If you do not want embalming, you usually have the right to choose an arrangement that does not require you to pay for it, such as direct cremation or immediate burial."