Need a hearse that doubles as a grill in the Valley?

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Derek Lewis says he's pretty popular this time of year. 

He gets lots of requests to make appearances at haunted houses and other events.  It's mainly because of the kind of car he drives: a hearse.

Lewis is a member of the Kaos Funeral Cars club.  He owns a hearse and a casket that doubles as a grill. 

Currently, he puts the vehicle on display at the Shadowlands Haunted House at the Fiesta Mall.  Sometimes, he makes appearances at other charity events.

"Driving a hearse at Halloween becomes really popular," he said.  "It's the only time of year these cars get any notoriety.  Most of the time, people think you're in a procession, and they just pull over and let you pass."

Lewis told ABC15 he would like to open a business one day. He still needs to apply for a business and health license, but he said he would like to use his hearse and special casket to entertain at parties.