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Moira Delaney Chooses Human Composting, Soil Returned to Family

5/2/2026

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Moira Cathleen Delaney chose natural organic reduction, having her body turned into soil.
Earth Funeral processed Delaney’s remains and returned the soil to her family in the United States.
Alkaline hydrolysis used by Be a Tree cuts energy use by about 90 % versus fire cremation and produces a liquid byproduct for fertilizer or plant watering.

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Story summary

Moira Cathleen Delaney chose natural organic reduction, having her body turned into soil.
Earth Funeral processed Delaney’s remains and returned the soil to her family in the United States.
Alkaline hydrolysis used by Be a Tree cuts energy use by about 90 % versus fire cremation and produces a liquid byproduct for fertilizer or plant watering.