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Bizarre Burials
Uncommon funeral practices make death expressionistic rather than painful
Implications - Looking for unconventional ways of burial in an attempt to mitigate sorrow from the death of their loved ones, consumers are turning to unique last rites and offbeat funeral practices. Whether it is a creatively decorated coffin or a shockingly real viewing, the focus is on celebrating life rather than mourning the loss of it.
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Motorcycle-Riding CorpsesThe Wake of David Morales Colon is a Two-Wheeled OddityDavid Morales Colón must have really, really loved riding motorcycles. His wake featured his casually dressed corpse sitting on top of his motorcycle. Cool.
Body viewings are usually somber occasions.… [More] |
Punk Rock FuneralsCelebrating the Life of Malcolm McLaren was as Badass as He WasMalcol McLaren, one of the godfathers of punk rock, passed away recently. His life was truly out of control, but so was his funeral.
Featuring a coffin that had the words ‘Too Fast To Live, Too Young… [More] |
Stadium FuneralsLast Goodbye to Michael Jackson at the Staples CenterFamily and friends of Michael Jackson will be holding his funeral on Tuesday at the Staples Center in LA. The memorial service is said to be open to the public, so fans can also say a final goodbye to… [More] | |||||||||
Virtual GrievingBlogosphere Seeks Solace Through Michael Jackson Burial VideoAs Michael Jackson was laid to rest last night, the Internet has been abuzz with searches for Michael Jackson's burial video and funeral pictures. It's clear that Internet users who were unable to attend… [More] |
Deceased Person Cut-OutsMaria Challis Creates Life Size Cardboard of Her Late HusbandIt is difficult to erase wonderful memories that you spent with your beloved one who suddenly passes away. Maria Challis, in an attempt to keep the memory of her late husband, Paul, created a 6-foot-1… [More] |
Coffin Sound SystemsThe Coffin Crew Knows How to PartyThe Coffin Crew comprise six Victorian undertakers who carry a sound system in a coffin around festival sites to entertain campers and ravers.
By day, the members of the Coffin Crew dress as pall bearers;… [More] | |||||||||
