Death Customs...

[RoseRed]

I have been to two funerals lately and knew where the deceased resided.

Is it a custom to leave the bedroom light on where they passed on?

 

[vraiblonde]

I have never heard of that. In my family we drink and eat and tell stories about the deceased.

 

[RoseRed]

I have never heard of that. In my family we drink and eat and tell stories about the deceased.

Same here.

I'm talking about people I didn't live with. I do know that here in the County, it is customary to pull off the side of the road when a funeral procession goes by.

 

[DEEKAYPEE8569]

I do know that here in the County, it is customary to pull off the side of the road when a funeral procession goes by.

That is the respectful thing to do. In some states, I think you get a ticket and/or a fine for not pulling over when the funeral procession approaches.

opposingviews.com - Also addresses if you are not in the procession.

"What Is Proper Funeral Procession Etiquette?"
http://people.opposingviews.com/proper-funeral-procession-etiquette-1527.html

 

[RoseRed]

That is the respectful thing to do. In some states, I think you get a ticket and/or a fine for not pulling over when the funeral procession approaches. opposingviews.com - Also addresses if you are not in the procession. "What Is Proper Funeral Procession Etiquette?" http://people.opposingviews.com/proper-funeral-procession-etiquette-1527.html

I know that. I'm more curious about my initial question.

 

[GWguy]

I know that. I'm more curious about my initial question.

Never heard of the light thing, but I do know many cultures open a window to let the soul escape, especially if the person passed in that room.

 

[migtig]

Out of curiosity, do you know if they were of Russian or Jewish descent? Both light a candle for different reasons to honor the passing of a loved one. Which could easily be transferred into a bedroom light over the years and passage of time and loss of culture and morphing of traditions.

I do know the Chinese leave every light in the house on all night.

 

[Misfit]

Out of curiosity, do you know if they were of Russian or Jewish descent? Both light a candle for different reasons to honor the passing of a loved one. Which could easily be transferred into a bedroom light over the years and passage of time and loss of culture and morphing of traditions.

I do know the Chinese leave every light in the house on all night.

migtig posted

 

[RoseRed]

Out of curiosity, do you know if they were of Russian or Jewish descent? Both light a candle for different reasons to honor the passing of a loved one. Which could easily be transferred into a bedroom light over the years and passage of time and loss of culture and morphing of traditions. I do know the Chinese leave every light in the house on all night.

No. Both of Christian faith. Thanks for posting.

 

[Misfit]

We left all the lights on after Grandpa died because my stupid big brother said he thought he heard him moaning in the attic.

 

[Vince]

I have been to two funerals lately and knew where the deceased resided.

Is it a custom to leave the bedroom light on where they passed on?

Never heard of this one.

I have never heard of that. In my family we drink and eat and tell stories about the deceased.

Yep, we do this also. Lots of food, wine, etc.