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Mel Tan Uy's avatar

Wow David! How traditions change! I've also written about the Dutch death notices by post! They also publish obits and all the names of descendants which remain important I think. Otherwise, seeing bodies seem to be no longer in vogue or restricted. You'd only get to view the closed coffin or the final ceremony with the ashes and urn.

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A.D. Hunt's avatar

I absolutely agree! I’ve always enjoyed reading obituaries and it has nothing to do with being morbid. It’s just a way of reminding myself that everyone has a story. Thanks for sharing this.

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