Funerals

The church makes no charge for conducting a funeral service. If say the Relief Society are asked to supply the flowers or perhaps a meal after the internment then a nominal fee may be asked for to cover the cost. Usually when it is an all Mormon service all is usually donated.

If there will be a funeral viewing or wake, the body of the deceased may need to be embalmed within approximately eight hours after death, although embalming is only done with family consent. It is always a good idea to use the deceased's own clothes although some funeral homes will provide clothing at an additional cost. When selecting clothes, you want to include underclothing and shoes.

Even though only the top half of the body will be displayed or viewed, it is a matter of dignity to clothe your loved one's entire body. For a woman, you may want to take along her own makeup and wig, if one was worn. You should direct the funeral home to apply makeup lightly or inform them of how she normally wore the makeup.

If you have a photograph with the deceased wearing makeup, you should bring that to the funeral director so they can get an idea of how she wore her hair and how the makeup was applied.

Generally, the body at the viewing will not look like the person you remember and may not even look real to you. If the deceased had known much pain and suffering, their face as they lay in the casket, will seem at peace which may be a relief to you and others.

If the viewing or wake is held as part of the funeral service, it is traditionally done at the end of the service. Attendees who wish to view the body will file slowly past the open casket/coffin. Some will take a brief glance while others may stop for a moment longer to bid a final and quiet goodbye.

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The funeral of Jehovah's Witnesses is primarily to provide comfort to grieving ones, and certainly flowers are something that provides cheer to those receiving them. In fact, if you go to the funeral service in the Kingdom Hall, likely you will see flowers on the platform that have been sent by others, including members of the congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.

Edited to add that while Jehovah's Witnesses are Christians, we do not use the cross symbol in our worship. So if you do send flowers to a memorial service/funeral for one of Jehovah's Witnesses, please do not send one that is shaped like a cross. We would certainly appreciate the sentiment, but would not display such an arrangement.

There are no rules on what to wear to a funeral

but it is customary to dress up in a modest way

(no shorts / mini skirts and no sleeveless shirts)

Most Jewish people will wear dark colours at a funeral.

There are several things that funeral homes do to a body..depending on state laws...

Basically The first thing is that the body is placed in a refrigeration unit at 45*F until all the paperwork for that body is verified... The body will remain there until the family, next of kin, or in some cases the state decides on the burial procedures to be done.

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If the family, next of kin, or the state decides that there will not be a viewing and the body is to be cremated then the funeral home (if equipped) will wash the body and place it in a cardboard box and send it to the crematorium to be burned...If there is to be a viewing and then a cremation then in many states the body must then be embalmed first..

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If there is to be a viewing and a burial the body is then embalmed(preserved).

The first step in the embalming process is to wash off any waste, bodily fluids, or other materials on the body. Then the muscles are massaged to get rid of stiffness, called rigor mortis, which can make it difficult to move the body. This also helps to break up any congealment or clots in the blood that may have formed after death.

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The next step in the embalming process is to set the face. An eye cup is placed over the eyes, to hid sinking, and the eyelids are closed and sealed, usually with glue or other adhesive substance. The mouth is sealed shut in a natural look, and the body is arranged in a natural position. This is all done first because embalming will set the features, making them very hard to move later on..

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Once the face is ready, the mortician begins embalming the body. He makes a cut in a main artery, usually near the armpit or groin, to drain out all of the blood. Another slit is made, and approximately three gallons of embalming fluid, made of formaldehyde, methanol and ethanol is pumped through the veins, pushing out any remaining blood.

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The embalming process continues with a small cut above the navel. The mortician inserts a tube into the abdomen through the cut. A pump is attached to the tube, and the contents of the stomach and intestines are pumped out. This also removes all of the gases from the body, preventing bloating. During this part of the embalming process, the mortician also aspirates the abdominal cavity and the insides of any organs. Full-strength embalming fluid is then pumped into the organs and abdomen.

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After the incissions made on the body are stitched closed the mortician then seals the rectum/anus/vaginal cavity's to prevent any fluids from leaking, the mortician then washes the body again, including shampooing the hair. Facial hair that may get in the way of makeup application is shaved, and then the body is dressed in clothes. After that, the hair and makeup is styled, at which point the body is set in the casket for family and friends to view at the calling hours.

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Legend has it the Lord Mayor of London made the requirement in June of 1665 that all graves by made at least six feet deep in order to limit the spread of the plague.

To add on to this answer it my also be that every winter or spring when everything melted or the rain started to come the ground would get soggy and the water that seeps down in the ground would push the coffin up and out of the burial area

My family did when someone pasted away close to us, so I think it would be a very kind gesture and it makes you feel good. It can be a lot of work, but that person would most definitely appreciate it!

The canister hanging from a chain is referred to as either a thurible or censer. Inside is a mixture of charcoal and Resins, such as Frankincense, Amber, and Myrrh. There can be elements of Patchouli, Lavender, Cassia and other items as well. Most Anglo/Catholic thurifers use a quality mix consisting of only Frankincense and Myrrh, plus small circular charcoal briquettes, which contain small amounts of gun powder, which continually sparks, thus heating the charcoal.

Incense is used as a sign of reverence, offering, and sanctification. It symbolises our respect for the deceased, who has begun their journey to The Lord, and whose body will rise again.

This follows in accordance with numerous Biblical passages, possibly the most notable one being Revelation 8:2-4: Then I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and seven trumpets were given to them. And another angel came and stood at the altar with a golden censer; and he was given much incense to mingle with the prayers of all the saints upon the golden altar before the throne; And the smoke of the incense rose with the prayers of the saints from the hand of the angel before God.

During the funeral Mass the earthly remains of the decedent or the catafalque may be incensed as a blessing for the remission of temporal punishment and as a sign of respect. The grave site may also be incensed.

Thurfication or incensation is an expression of reverence and of prayer. It may be used in any form of Mass: During the procession, at the beginning of Mass to incense the cross and altar, at the Gospel procession and during the proclamation of the Gospel itself, and at the offertory, once the sacred vessels and gifts of bread and wine have been placed upon the altar. Of course, it may also be used for all other clergy and laypersons in attendance.

Alternatively, the celebrant may use an aspergillum to sprinkle Holy Water for the purpose of symbolic purification. This may be used in lieu of the thurible.

I'm deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. And I can sympathize with what you're feeling and going through right now. I would like to share with you what helped me get through these distressing times and what encouraged me to seek God for comfort and coping. Revelation 21:3 and 4 says "With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say; "Look! The tent of God is with Mankind, and HE WILL reside with them. 4 And HE WILL wipe out every tear from their eyes, and DEATH will be NO MORE, neither will mourning nor outcry NOR PAIN be anymore, the FORMER things have passed away. This scripture really helped me to see that in the future Jehovah God will end death forever. It's encouraging to know that God does care about us and that he has set a time where he will do away with death forever. I hope I was able to bring you and your family some comfort in these critical times that you're dealing with. If you would like to learn more about the bible and why does God allow the suffering that mankind is experiencing today, I will be glad to show you the bible's answer to that question and many more comforting promises that God promises to bring about.

Generally memorial services at the Kingdom Hall are held for active members of the congregation or their minor children. For a memorial service to be held for a person not fitting that description inside the Kingdom Hall would have to be evaluated by the congregation's elders, as to whether or not it would be appropriate. This would be done in a case by case scenario.

If your initial reaction to hearing of the death of someone is a desire to attend the funeral, for your own healing or to support someone else, then just go. Chances are several others will be there and there is always strength in numbers.

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Thousands attended, also there were hundred of telegrams from countries all over the world like Japan, India, Czechoslovakia, and England to offer condolences.

Yes, even though they might not participate in the direct worship of such meeting, therefore they might be present and attentive but won't worship if that is the case for that church. Christian Answer Sadly the above answer is probably true in that JWs will probably would attend but 'refuse to worship'. As a Christian who has had many dealings with JWs on Wiki who insist that they are Christian, this refusal suggests that they certainly are not of the same religion as Christians let alone a different denomination. For me, Christian worship is Christian worship is Christian worship. If I attended, as an Anglican, a Catholic or Methodist or Quaker service, I would still be obliged to worship the same God as I always have done,whether or not the style of worship is what i am used to. However, to refuse to worship (as the previous answer has stated) in not only a slight on the Christians who invited the JW to worship with them, but a snub at God Himself. Another Answer Each religion has its different ways of worshiping God. JW have their way and they belive it to be the truth so they respectfully won't participate in another religion's worship.

It is possible. Not knowing the circumstances of your situation (do other family members have a restraining order against you? are there other legal orders in action?) I can't be more specific. I would think most judges would be reluctant to prohibit someone from doing so, but I'm sure there are circumstances in which it would be done. If that is your case, I would try to see if you can work out some sort of compromise - could there be a private memorial service for you?

We sure do. Jehovah made flowers. We have flowers at other events at our Kingdom Halls also. Also at our conventions we use shrubs and flowers.

Watchtower 1991 10/15 p. 31 Questions From Readers

'If it is well-known that a custom (or a design, such as the cross) has a false religious meaning, avoid it. Christians would thus not send flowers in the form of a cross, or a red heart if that is viewed as having religious significance.

Or there may be some formal way in which flowers are used at a funeral or at a grave site that has a religious meaning locally. The Christian should avoid that too.

That is not to say, though, that simply providing a bouquet at a funeral or giving flowers to a friend in the hospital must be viewed as a religious act that must be avoided.

On the contrary, in many lands the custom of providing flowers is widespread and is viewed as an appropriate kindness. Flowers can contribute some beauty and can make a sad occasion more pleasant. They also may be a gesture of sympathy and concern'

procession means:a group of people in marching in order as in a parade.

Regular Class A uniform, which I think is now the Dress Blue Uniform.. when I was in, Class A was what is now called the Army Green Uniform. Either one will suffice.

It is understood the Death March from the Opera ( Saul) was played as Victoria"s body was taken to the Church on a horse-drawn artillery Caisson.

The difference between a prayer service and a funeral is prayer services offers spiritual support for individuals mourning a loss of a loved one and those who seek spiritual guidance and relief. A funeral is an honorary service of the life of a deceased individual.

Some religions believe that we were created from the dust of the earth so in dying we are returned to the earth as we once were, completing the grand cycle of life and death. Burial is not the only option as there are above ground crypts and cremation available.

If you are going to personally attend the funeral, then it would be appropriate, especially if you have children together. However, your sentiments behind the death of the ex is determinant to this as well, if you have kept a good non-romantic relationship then it is appropriate. If you have not spoken with this person since the divorce and they have been "dead to you" since, then don't and don't even attend especially if you are not going to mourn. It is a matter of respect for the other mourners,

No, but your husband should as her father was his father in law once and he should respect this. However, if you were mature enough you would proudly stand beside your husband's side and respect the death of his father-in-law. You are HIS wife now and there shouldn't be any repercussion from going to the wake and funeral. You may be pleasantly surprised and get a 'thank you being so kind to come' from your husband's ex wife. This is a grieving time and I highly doubt she will be thinking of her ex and you.

depending on where... i would estimate appx 60K a yer