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Funerals

A funeral is a ceremony that takes place, marking the death of a person. Questions in this category can include things about the ceremony, traditions, and cultural aspects.

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What is parlor?

A room in a private home for entertaining visitors.

Parlour (or parlor), from the French word parloir, from parler ("to speak"), denotes an "audience chamber".

Can I receive Communion at my Nana's funeral mass if I am a baptized but not confirmed Catholic and also an ardent Christian?

Roman Catholic AnswerFirst, let me extend my condolences on the death of your Nana, I am so sorry. If you are a baptised Catholic, who has made his first Holy Communion, and have gone to confession, then, of course, you may receive Holy Communion. If you are not a baptised Catholic or have not made your first Holy Communion, then you make what we call a "spiritual Communion" which is what a Catholic would do if they have not been to Confession, asking Jesus to come into your heart.

Bernie Mac's funeral photos?

watch bernie mac's funeral photos

What is the Norse funeral prayer?

Lo, There do I see my Father

Lo, There do I see my Mother and

My Brothers and my Sisters

Lo, There do I see the line of my people back to the begining

Lo, They do call to me

They bid me take my place among them in the halls of Valhalla

Where thine enemies have been vanquished

Where the brave shall live Forever

Nor shall we mourn but rejoice for those that have died the glorious death.

Does a non Jew have to wear a yamulka at a Jewish wake?

Judaism doesn't have wakes, but it's respectful to wear a kipah to a Jewish funeral, however, it isn't required.

What happens if a body isn't embalmed I'm going to an open casket funeral and the body will not be embalmed nor will there be any make up etc it's weird the deceased died in a motorbike accident?

The body will have been refrigerated since death, therefor there will have been little deterioration. Also if you don't want to you don't have to go up to the coffin.

How deep is the average American grave?

6 feet. unless you murder someone and are to lazy to dig that far.

What do you wear to an funeral open house and should you bring something?

I am having that exact same problem this evening. I chose to wear a nice longer but sleek black skirt. Plain but elegant black pumps, nude stockings... if any at all and a dark maroon colored dress shirt. I don't think it's inapropriate anymore to wear colors, as long as they are of a darker shade. I am also thinking it may be a good idea to bring a sympathy card with a hand written, well thought out statment of my sincere condolences. Good luck to you and I am sorry for your loss.

What is an open casket funeral?

This is a funeral where the casket is open for viewing of the deceased by the mourners. It is a common type of funeral, but some families prefer that the casket be closed instead.

Do stoats have funerals?

I assume you mean a stoat is a kind of animal. there is much one can say against the practice of (Pet cemeteries) and Pet funerals, though I am aware of a case where a mature woman who died in an auto accident was buried with her poodle. the poodle was placed at her feet, evidentally in the closed portion of the coffin,. This is most exceptional, however.

Who attended betty wright funeral?

This is not the R&B singer Betty Wright .

What are some American funeral traditions?

A wake much like the wake of Irish tradition, a viewing and greeting time before a funeral, and a graveside service.

Where can i find help with funeral cost?

Ideally, the deceased's estate will cover any costs of the funeral; most either have plans established like insurances, or set aside a certain amount from their holdings. Some do not set up such a system, and in that case it is basically up to whoever organises the funeral to find the money.

How long should firefighter funeral bunting be displade?

The funeral bunting should be displayed until the end of the day of the burial of the fallen fire fighter

When death education helps people make individual choices about health care and funeral services it is serving which of the following goals?

The purpose is to help people make these decisions, which are almost taboo subjects, ahead of time. Then, when someone reaches the end of life, conversations can be more to the present circumstances, maybe reminiscing or peaceful rest than trying to make arrangements during a time of sorrow. In addition, choices can be investigated and the financial consequences may not be as severe.

Is the oldest child in charge of the parents funeral arrangements?

No it's the person that is paying for the funeral or an executor of the deceased's estate.

What is the hanging till death time?

it depends how all the adjustment are mad but its approximately 1-5mins