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Butterflies: Harbingers of Death
Although they are bright, beautiful, and can be seen fluttering from flower to flower, the butterfly is a symbol of death. There are numerous types of butterflies and moths that have, for one reason or another, earned a reputation as a death omen.In Maryland, if a white butterfly enters your house and flies around you, it means death is on its way. Some people believe that if a moth[...]
Flowers for Sympathy
Many enjoy flowers for their aesthetic qualities, but few know the imbued meaning that comes with a certain flower. This deep meaning can play a significant factor when picking out flower arrangements for memorials. Different flower types are important, but most people debate the color of flowers. The different colorful meanings of flowers are below.Red - An energetic color that[...]
Sometime in New York City
John Lennon's tragic, unexpected death on December 8, 1980 caused a worldwide outpouring of emotion. Lennon, a hero to many, was shot in the back by a deranged fan named Mark David Chapman outside of his New York City apartment after an interview one night.Lennon's wife, Yoko Ono, wasn't particularly interested in having a standard funeral for the love of her life. Ono, an accomplished[...]
A Firefighter's Funeral
The funeral of a firefighter is about honoring the contribution and showing gratitude and respect for a fallen hero. When a firefighter dies their family is not left alone to plan the funeral. Most fire departments have people to assist the family with grief counseling and help make arrangements for the funeral. Often times the fire department will have a tradition they follow when one[...]
What is a State Funeral?
State funerals are public funeral ceremonies, observing strict protocol, that honor heads of state or other important public figures. Generally, they contain standard religious practices as well as elements of military tradition. The purpose they serve is to allow public involvement in a national day of mourning and as such they often have significant media coverage. Practices differ by[...]
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