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world23 days ago•34 min saved

Funeral Fumble: Western Tourists Mistake Thai Wake for a Restaurant

Western backpackers in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, accidentally gatecrashed a wake, mistaking it for a food court after following the cooking smell. A wake attendee explained the error, the travelers were mortified and apologized, and the deceased's sister even invited them to stay and offered refreshments. A Dutch group reportedly did the same a couple days later, underscoring how a cultural event can resemble a dining space from afar, while Thai hosts emphasized hospitality during lengthy funeral ceremonies.

via Yahoo|

#funeral #hospitality #misunderstanding

entertainment1 month ago•1 min saved

Fashion World Mourns Valentino Garavani at Rome Funeral

The fashion world gathered in Rome to bid farewell to Valentino Garavani at his funeral, held at the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, with attendees including Anne Hathaway, Donatella Versace, Tom Ford, and Anna Wintour.

via Just Jared|

#anna-wintour #anne-hathaway #donatella-versace

fashion1 month ago•0 min saved

Rome Says Goodbye to Valentino Garavani at Star-Studded Funeral

Friends, peers and fashion luminaries gathered in Rome to bid farewell to Valentino Garavani, who died at 93. After lying in state for two days, his coffin was moved to the Basilica Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri for the ceremony, with attendees including Anna Wintour, Anne Hathaway, Tom Ford, Donatella Versace, Elizabeth Hurley, Alessandro Michele and Olivia Palermo among others.

via Page Six|

#celebrities #fashion #funeral

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Farewell in Rome: Fashion Icons Gather for Valentino Garavani's Funeral

Celebrities and fashion leaders gathered in Rome for the farewell of Valentino Garavani, with his lying-in-state at the Valentino Foundation and a funeral at the St. Mary of Angels Basilica, attended by figures such as Donatella Versace, Pierpaolo Piccioli, Anna Wintour, and Tom Ford.

via AP News|

#donatella-versace #fashion #funeral

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Corsican ex-leader Alain Orsoni shot dead at mother's funeral as murder inquiry opens

Corsican ex-separatist Alain Orsoni, who had been living in exile in Nicaragua, was shot dead as his mother’s funeral ended in the village of Vero; a national anti-organised crime unit is leading an investigation into the killing, with motive not yet known but connections to past gang violence linked to his son noted by officials.

via BBC|

#corsica #funeral #organized-crime

world1 month ago•1 min saved

France Honors Brigitte Bardot with Saint-Tropez Funeral

Crowds gathered in Saint-Tropez to bid farewell to film legend Brigitte Bardot, who was buried overlooking the Mediterranean after a modest funeral, with notable attendees including Marine le Pen and Aurore Bergé. Bardot, renowned for her roles in French cinema and later activism for animal rights, passed away at 91, leaving a complex legacy marked by her contributions to film and controversial political views.

via BBC|

#animal-rights #brigitte-bardot #french-cinema

local-news1 month ago•1 min saved

Memorial Service Honors Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew 'Ty' Snook

Thousands gathered at the University of Delaware to honor Delaware State Police Corporal Matthew 'Ty' Snook, who was killed in the line of duty at a DMV in Minquadale, Delaware. The ceremony included a procession, a 21-gun salute, and a flyover, paying tribute to his service and sacrifice. Snook, a 10-year veteran, is survived by his wife and young daughter, and his funeral concluded with a private burial.

via 6abc Philadelphia|

#ceremony #corporal-matthew-snook #delaware-state-police

obituaries1 month ago•1 min saved

Shirley Louise Morrow Remembered

Shirley Louise Morrow, a beloved resident of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away suddenly at age 90. She was known for her love of baking, family, and community involvement. Her funeral will be held on January 9, 2026, with burial at Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and pets, and was preceded in death by her husband Jack and other family members.

via Schultz Funeral Homes|

#dewitt-iowa #funeral #memorial

obituaries1 month ago•1 min saved

Remembering Luke W. Kline

Luke W. Kline, 36, of Nicktown, passed away on January 2, 2026. He was a devoted family man, married to Alexa for 13 years, and father to five children. Luke was a dedicated tree farmer at Kline’s Tree Farm and a member of St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church. His funeral services are scheduled for early January at Moriconi Funeral Home, with a mass at St. Nicholas Church.

via Moriconi Funeral Home, Inc.|

#family #funeral #luke-w-kline

obituaries1 month ago•2 min saved

Obituary for James Wesley "Wes" Locklear

James Wesley 'Wes' Locklear, born in 1991 in Laurinburg, North Carolina, passed away in December 2025. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend known for his kindness, humor, and love of music. Wes worked at The UPS Store for many years and was recognized for his exceptional customer service. He was passionate about music and had a contagious smile. His funeral will be held in January 2026 in North Carolina, with donations accepted to assist with funeral expenses.

via Richard Boles Funeral Service|

#community #funeral #north-carolina

world1 month ago•4 min saved

LDS Community Mourns President Jeffrey R. Holland and Anticipates New Apostle Appointment

President Jeffrey R. Holland was laid to rest in his hometown of St. George, Utah, with a ceremony attended by church leaders, family, and community members, honoring his life and service as a leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

via newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org|

#funeral #interment #jeffrey-r-holland

religion1 month ago•8 min saved

Honoring President Jeffrey R. Holland: A Legacy of Love, Faith, and Inspiration

President Jeffrey R. Holland, a beloved leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was remembered as a teacher, father, and apostle of love and hope during his funeral at Temple Square, highlighting his unwavering faith, dedication to education, and profound influence on others through his testimony of Jesus Christ.

via newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org|

#apostle #funeral #hope

local1 month ago•1 min saved

New York City Bids Farewell to the MetroCard as OMNY Takes Over

A humorous and somber farewell ceremony was held in Washington Square Park to mark the end of the MetroCard's service in New York City after three decades, with participants chanting 'swipe, swipe' in a mock funeral.

via The New York Times|

#funeral #local #metrocard

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Massive Mourning for Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia

Huge crowds gathered in Dhaka to attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a prominent political figure in Bangladesh, with dignitaries from multiple countries and thousands of supporters paying their respects. Zia, who led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and served as the country's first female prime minister, was remembered for her calm demeanor and political influence, amid a backdrop of ongoing political rivalry and recent upheavals.

via NBC News|

#bangladesh #funeral #khaleda-zia

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Bangladesh Mourns Ex-Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at State Funeral

Hundreds of thousands of people in Bangladesh attended the state funeral of Khaleda Zia, the country's first female prime minister and a prominent political figure, marking her significant impact on Bangladesh's democracy and her enduring popularity despite health issues and political setbacks.

via BBC|

#bangladesh #democracy #funeral