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Woman Marries Dead Corpse

— March 16, 2007 — Tech
Giving a whole new meaning to the corpse bride, a woman insisted on marrying her fiance even though he was dead after falling down a well. To ensure her wish came true, the bride would not release the body for cremation until after they were 'married'.

The woman dressed as a bride for the 'happy' occasion, to which her parents also attended. And it was only a few moments after the ceremony before the woman got changed into an outfit more suitable for a greiving widow. Her husband might be dead, but the bride did not miss out on any presents and was was given gifts of clothes and utensils, as according to Hindu Tradition.



Trend Themes
1. Post-mortem Weddings - The trend of post-mortem weddings, where individuals marry their deceased partners, is emerging as a way for people to cope with loss and honor their loved ones.
2. Death Rituals Innovation - There is an opportunity for innovative companies to create new products and services that cater to unique death rituals, such as post-mortem weddings, and provide support to grieving individuals.
3. Alternative Funeral Practices - As more people seek alternative ways to celebrate the lives of their loved ones, the funeral industry could explore offering non-traditional funeral services, like post-mortem weddings, as part of their offerings.
Industry Implications
1. Funeral Services - The funeral services industry could adapt to changing consumer preferences and offer alternative funeral practices, including post-mortem weddings, to meet the needs of a diverse customer base.
2. Wedding Industry - The wedding industry could expand its offerings to include post-mortem wedding services, providing a unique and personalized experience for grieving individuals who wish to honor their deceased partners.
3. Grief Support Services - Grief support services could develop specialized programs and resources to help individuals navigate the complexities of coping with loss and planning alternative funeral practices, such as post-mortem weddings.
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