The History of Piping for Fallen Heroes

Bagpipes have long been used to honor fallen heroes. In the United States they are used at the funerals of firemen and police officers as well as at state and military funerals.

Submitted By Granny1943

Accepting Death When There is No Burial or Memorial Service

When a death occurs and there is no funeral or memorial service at the deceased’s request it can be difficult for family and friends to accept the death and move on with their lives. This article gives family and friends ideas on how to memorialize their lost loved one while still following their last wishes.

Submitted By dsletten

Are We Too Distanced from Death?

We tend to be very sheltered from the process of death in Western society . . . is that a good thing?

Submitted By Genesis

Requiem: Music for Those Left Behind

Choral requiems are more than just moving pieces of classical music. Requiem Masses offer prayers for the dead, and give solace to the living. This article outlines the history of the requiem, and how it affects us today.

Submitted By Alison Braidwood

Stop All the Clocks: Victorian Superstitions Associated with Death

The ritual of stopping clocks when someone dies is said to have been introduced by the Victorians. This article looks at the origins of the practice and also at some other Victorian rituals associated with death.

Submitted By JD

The Trend Toward Home Funerals

The trend toward home funerals is rising, as more families choose to care for their loved ones after death for a more personal, private experience over an impersonal, institutionalized mortuary funeral.

Submitted By J. E. Davidson