Funeral Etiquette
If you haven’t ever been to a funeral service, it’s completely normal that you’d feel a little uncomfortable about the thought of attending. With questions swirling in your head about what to wear, the proper things to say, or the right way to behave, we can lose ourselves in our anxiety and worry. Fortunately, we don’t want this to happen to anyone, which is why we’ve compiled this list guiding you and other first-timers about how to best conduct oneself at a funeral service! Read on for more information. If you are in need of cremation services in Orlando, FL you are in luck as we are the best in the business.
Attire
One of the biggest points of confusion for a lot of first-time funeral attendees is deciding on what to wear. Obviously, you would like to conform to the traditional all-black attire, but there are still more questions to be answered. We don’t want you arriving at a service, for example, in a black t-shirt and black jeans. While this would technically work with the tradition, jeans and a t-shirt are a little too informal for our comfort. To play it safe, opt for an all-black formal ensemble, rather than casual. Additionally, it is absolutely important that you avoid any colorful pieces within your outfit as this can easily be distracting. Also, it’s always safe to stay on the conservative side of things. This means that if you are wearing a dress, for example, avoid anything that could be viewed as inappropriate or too revealing. Wearing revealing clothing can easily be viewed as a sign of disrespect, which is the last thing we’d want to do at a funeral service for someone we loved. Wearing all-black not only conforms with typical funeral tradition but also ensures that everyone’s attention will be focused on the service at hand rather than any distracting or bright outfits.
Where to Sit
A lot of people get hung up on where they should sit at a funeral. Fortunately, this is a pretty straightforward concept to follow. Typically, at most funeral services the first two rows are reserved for the immediate family only. This means that when you walk into the building, you’ll definitely want to avoid those rows. We suggest opting for any seat other than the first two rows, so long as you are early and on time for the service.
What to Say
Another thing that people struggle with when preparing for a funeral is deciding what, if anything, they should say to the grieving family. Our suggestion is that you offer a few words of condolences only. It is very likely that the family will not be up for lengthy conversation so avoid doing so as this could also be viewed as inconsiderate behavior. Additionally, if you are mingling and speaking with other guests, avoid any loud conversation or laughter as we don’t wish to offend those who are having a difficult time at the service.
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