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Jun 09, 2013
Celebrate your loved one's life
by: Betty from Grief and Sympathy

Over the years I have attended many family and friends' funerals. What remains with me are many endearing memories, often of laughter, often family recalling episodes of the deceased's life and their humour. Only this week there was much laughter at the funeral of one of Australia's well known TV personalities. Wouldn't we all like to be remembered with fun and joy not misery. Please celebrate the life your loved ones had, however long or short.

Sometimes the laughter can be hysterical and lead to tears, but this is all part of the roller coaster emotions of the grieving process. So, yes, it is very appropriate to express grief through humour and it is a widespread practice. There can be very serious parts of the service but also happy memories of the fun in their lives too.

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