VOBA And Other Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Valuation of Business Acquired and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization of Intangible Assets	$ 71,664	$ 63,924	$ 44,671
Preneed | Solutions | Maximum
Valuation of Business Acquired and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
VOBA interest rate	7.50%
Preneed | Solutions | Minimum
Valuation of Business Acquired and Other Intangible Assets [Line Items]
VOBA interest rate	5.40%