Greetings...

**Ingram** · 26th May 15, 11:22 AM

My name is T.L. Ingram. I am 70 years old, live near Pittsburgh, PA, but been all around the world. I have been inquiring different places in England for an answer to my question. I was told of this place, so here I am.

I have terminal emphysema, and got about two years to live, on a fixed income of $700.00 a month and wish to be buried in kilts. I have heraldry, and am part of the Colquhoun clan.

Does anyplace, here or Europe sell kilts that would just be worn in a coffin, similar to the backless dresswear we have in the states?

I have looked at various section of this forum and at a loss to where this question might be posed. If there is another section to discuss this, please point me in the right direction.

Thank you,

LLH&R
(Love, Loyalty, Honor, & Respect)

TL

**Father Bill** · 26th May 15, 11:38 AM

Welcome to the "Great Rabble!"

So sorry to hear of your situation; not something I have knowledge about, but I'm sure you'll hear from others shortly.

Bill+

**Mike_Oettle** · 26th May 15, 11:58 AM

Hi, Mr Ingram, and welcome to X Marks from the bottom end of Africa. I am sorry to learn of your condition, but there is a positive side: you could have a kilt made to wear while you are still in this world, and be buried in it too.
While there are no doubt any number of kiltmakers who might be willing to make you a backless kilt, it seems a pity that it would have only a single use.
Here’s wishing you easy breathing.
Regards,
Mike

**ASinclair** · 26th May 15, 12:05 PM

Hello TL!

Sorry to hear of your illness.

**Tarheel** · 26th May 15, 02:17 PM

My Dear Brethren, I am sending you a PM (personal message) on other topics.

It seems a kilt front with aprons of our clan Colquhoun tartan (instead of a full set of pleats in the back) substituting a belt of the same fabric that fits your torso, might work. All the other wardrobe (shirt, jacket, vest) would be standard design for viewing and burial. The amount of fabric would possibly be reduced to a single yard of material.

Please look to your personal messages for more info. Welcome from Oxford, MS.

**Dughlas mor** · 26th May 15, 06:53 PM

Mr. Ingram, I too am very sorry to hear of your situation. I think Mike Oettle is on the right track. Why not enjoy wearing a kilt while you can? You have all my best wishes.
Regards, Doug

**Ingram** · 26th May 15, 07:21 PM

Originally Posted by Mike_Oettle

Hi, Mr Ingram, and welcome to X Marks from the bottom end of Africa. I am sorry to learn of your condition, but there is a positive side: you could have a kilt made to wear while you are still in this world, and be buried in it too.
While there are no doubt any number of kiltmakers who might be willing to make you a backless kilt, it seems a pity that it would have only a single use.
Here’s wishing you easy breathing.
Regards,
Mike

If money was not a problem, this would be ideal. Thank you

**Ingram** · 26th May 15, 07:23 PM

Thank you.

**Ingram** · 26th May 15, 07:25 PM

I stated why I cannot, but I guess that is not in the cards. Thank you all for your replies. I now leave you all. Have a great year,

**Tarheel** · 27th May 15, 05:51 AM

I sent Mr. Ingram a few other suggestions via PM. I have not heard back from him on those. I thought I'd share them with the group. The subject of anyone's final demise is difficult. His quest is simple, honest and not easily dealt with by all the "full of life spirits" that are found here. Yet they remain for us all and hopefully not as soon as Mr. Ingram's situation. They are still relevant and usually dealt with personally among family members and those that make the final preparations. But this forum should also embrace the idea of aiding someone that is hunting answers that usually aren't typical when it comes to kilting for every occasion.

I offered that a sash of the tartan (hooking onto the shoulder and draping down and across to the waist) would use less material and therefore cost less, as available funds (and time on this earth) is an issue for him.
Also, a swatch that could be clasped under the folded hands with a family crest attached could be another option for him to honor his heritage within his cost range.

These are just two options besides the apron without a pleated back that I suggested before. I'm sure there are more that I have not considered. The world now comes to us (as authorities on all things kilted) so let's explore all realms for those that seek guidance. Thank you for listening to my thoughts.