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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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Social and religious rules mean that a funeral and disposal of a dead body is mandatory. Historically, not everybody could afford a funeral, so there was the most basic where the body would be placed in a sack and then given a religious ceremony. The coffin would be opened, body in sack removed, and re-used. The body would be dumped, and buried with other unfortunates later on.
Who was the blonde curly haired woman at Whitney houston's funeral?
Bette Sussman, WH keyboard player for many years.
What type of flowers do Mormons use for funerals?
There is no specific flower used at a funeral for a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church). Many families will request flowers of the favorite color of the deceased. It is also very common for families to request donations to a charity rather than flowers. If you are planning on sending flowers for the funeral of a deceased Mormon, the family will probably appreciate anything, although you may want to contact them and see if they have any special requests.
Mormons have very few religous requirements when it comes to funerals, and generally follow the wishes and cultural customs of the family. The only things that may be unique compared to other westernized funerals are that the deceased is typically buried dressed in white and the gravesite is ofted dedicated and blessed by the Priesthood.
How and when did preaching at a funeral start?
Eulogies date to ancient- Pre-Christian times. consider the standard funeral oration for National Heroes that was devised by the Greek statesman Pericles. It has been compared in some ways to the Gettysburg address, indeed this was a common question in Ancient History to compare and contrast the two speeches!
Did any Kennedy family members attend Lyndon B. Johnson funeral?
Almost certainly Jacqueline Onassis.
What could you bring to the viewing of a deceased person?
Speak to the funeral director and they will be able to advise you. You can bring some items to place inside the coffin with the deceased person (again speak with the funeral director), such as a photograph, teddy bear, a flower, are some items that can be considered to be put in with a deceased loved one.
What would you see at a christian funeral?
You would see your family and friends, your cousin's and brother's and sister's and boyfriends and girlfriends and all the people that you know. But when you will be at your funeral you will see just the heaven skies because when you die your soul comes out of you and your soul goes to heaven or hell. Depends on your behavior.
Is it better to give food or flowers at a Jehovah witness funeral?
Probably what ever YOU think is best. I don't believe there is any preference. Both would be appreciated.
Are adult children responsible for parents funeral cost in Ohio?
- There should be a Will and your parents would have taken care of the cost of their funeral in their Estate. The Executor (male) or Executrix (female) pays the cost of the funeral out of the Estate after all bills and taxes have been paid. If they had no Will then there should be no argument as to whom pays what for the funeral and the adult children should get together and pay the funeral costs. More and more people are having simpler funerals (many being cremated and letting the family know where they want their ashes thrown while others still want their ashes buried with either a loved one who was previously deceased or have their own small plot.)
Common misunderstandings: Wills and Estates have nothing to do with the disposition of the deceased. The Will is an instrument of the deceased's wishes for the disposition of the assets. Heaven help the immediate survivors of those who set funds aside or otherwise designate funds held in their Estate, which are assets, then outlive their assets, spending everything, before Medicaid picks-up the remaining years of life. That designated "funeral account" must be spent too, before Medicaid starts paying. Now what? Surprise, for niece, Sarah, the next-of- kin!
Also, one of the adult children will be asked to sign the Statement of Funeral Goods and Services; otherwise, the contract for what your family wants the firm to do for you, and what your family decides to buy from the firm. YOU sign, YOU pay and, you should presume a deposit right then and payment in full by the time services are rendered......just like anything else you buy.
THE FUNERAL HOME DOES NOT BILL THE ESTATE....THEY BILL YOU. YOU WILL BE REIMBURSED BY THE ESTATE.
In most States, the responsibility for the "disposition" of the body is: The immediate next of kin. If dad died 20 years ago, and now mom is dead, with four adult children surviving her, ALL FOUR adult children are considered the next of kin. However, only one needs to be "financially responsible" for paying the expenses.
Lets hope mom pre-arranged everything and pre-funded her wishes through the funeral home. Even if she outlived her funds, her pre-need funeral funds are there, held in a life insurance policy or a trust fund. You may need to pay for some items which are not the charges of the funeral home, but typically, the firm's professional services, and any "stuff" mom picked out which is sold by the funeral home, will be covered by what mom paid into that policy or trust years ago.
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Should the husband or the children pay for funeral expenses of a wife and mother?
the estate of the deceased pays for the funeral. what is left after expences is what is inheireted.
Why is funeral song called taps?
Military Trumpet piece was originally (sounded Out) on drums, naturally a softer beat, hence (Taps) than well, an assault charge, which would mimic modern machine guns. So the story goes. a General Butterfield , USA ( Civil war period) is credited with the trumpet or bugle form of the call, replacing the drummer"s version.
Was Otis redding shown in church during his funeral?
Yes... Otis's funeral was held at the Macon City Auditorium. His body lay in state at 6:30 am, where 25,000 people viewed his body and 6,500 attended the services. The list attendance included a who's who in soul music and politicians alike. Entertainers and condolences pour in from all over the world. The Beatles were slated to leave and attend the funeral but didn't. Vice-president Hubert H. Humphrey who wrote the liner notes in Otis' 'Stay In School' LP, would send his condolences.
Are the family only supposed to tear their clothes at a Jewish funeral?
Yes, to be specific, only the immediate relatives participate in this practice: spouse, parents, siblings, children. You can wear a black ribbon that gets cut.
Was JFK's body viewed by public before the funeral?
John F Kennedy's body was not viewed by the public because of the fact that his head was lost during the autopsy.
Are Taiwanese parents allowed to go to their children's funeral?
Taiwanese parents are generally not barred from attending their own child's funeral. However, it is generally accepted that pregnant women should not attend, and that if they do, they must protect themselves with a red scarf.
What are the poetic devices used in Funeral blues by WH Auden?
He uses many different kinds of techniques.
Sound
Sight
imagery
language etc....
Why must funeral directors dress up for funerals?
Hi there, I believe the dress (top hat etc) of a funeral director goes back to Victorian Times and is simply a matter of tradition and to demonstrate respect for the deceased. Nowadays, there are many kinds of funeral service - varying by belief, religon and individual taste. Many contemporary funerals move away from the traditional dress and customs.
While she may not have aritten a Will herself, everyone actually has one! It is just if you don't write your own, the State has already done so for you. depending on where you are will determine exactly what rules they have made. Generally, the fact that the decedent owned something with another person, relative or not, will not change what obligations or rights to anything the other person has. Which is to say, this daughter will have the same rights to the 1/2 of the home she didn't own (as well as the other children), as she would had they not jointly owned. 9yes, there are questions about how titlw is held - like if it a tennancy with surviorship). It is fair to say that any of the decendents assets, in this case the 1/2 ownership of her home, could be sold off as needed and used to pay off any debts, including those incured post mortem. The estate is responsible for the medical bills and funeral expenses. Open an estate with the probate court, creditors make their claims against the estate and the estate will pay what it can. If the bills are excessive, you should definitely contact a probate attorney. In regard to the mobile home, most states require mobile homes to be titled in the same manner as vehicles when the home is situated on rented lot/space. Mobile homes that are permanently installed on land that is owned are a different issue. If the home is titled in any manner other than Tenants-In-Common (sometimes referred to as Tenancy-In Common) it is not subject to probate, but passes directly to the co-owners/title holders. If the title to the home does not specify how it is held the state's default laws will apply.
