No one is ever consistent in what they are thinking. In the situation of a funeral there are four main thoughts (among others) that cross the minds of those in attendance. First they t

Those who come out of a feeling of obligation often wonder what they are going to do later or why they even came at all. They weren't very close with the deceased; they are often just friends of the family and may not even know the one who passed-on. They are usually middle-aged (35-50) men and women who are very busy. These people stand out because they will have little to no tears. They often appear stiff and seem rather edgy.

hink, "Why did this happen?" Then they think, "How quickly will it be my turn?" Soon they start to remember the good times. Then their minds will wonder to things they have to do later. What they think and where they start is often determined by the relationship they had with the deceased.

The question of why is most often the first, if not the only question to the minds of close friends and relatives. These friends and family members can be males or females of any age. Their heavy sobbing and heaving while they avoid looking at the casket can make them

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