Receivables from Preneed Trusts (Narrative) (Details)	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2017
Receivables From Preneed Trusts [Abstract]
Amount at which there is no controlling interest in trust assets (Description)	less than 50%

The percentage at which there is no controlling financial interest in trust assets.

No definition available.

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Balance Type:	na
Period Type:	duration