Abstract: A device for manipulating cadavers is described incorporating a support apparatus and a harness apparatus. The support apparatus is comprised of two side rails assemblies, a foot rail assembly and a head rail assembly. The harness apparatus, which is secured to the support apparatus by a plurality of hooks is comprised of at least two upside down, generally U-shaped brackets which are joined at their apex by an axle. Slidably associated with the axle are means by which the apparatus can be lifted by an overhead crane. The design permits the apparatus to be easily and quickly assembled and disassembled by the mortician. It also permits the mortician to work on the cadaver without interference from the apparatus itself.