Why do people stop when a funeral precession passes on the other side of the road?

Question

That pisses me off!! The person will never know and I am trying to get somewhere!!

Answer 1

I have only noticed this in the South (of U.S.A.). In the North, people usually just let the funeral procession go through red lights and stop signs (to stay together).

Answer 2

You stop to observe a moment of silence in a show of respect for the suffering that family is enduring due of the loss of a loved one. It is a demonstration of compassion and empathy to stop your life for a moment in order to acknowledge the suffering of others.

Answer 3

its out of respect for the dead and the family of the dead. just like taking off your hat during a pledge.
though it may seem unfair and sometimes unresonable or even...inconsiderate,
think about it.
if you lost a loved one, you would not want to be disrespected like that?
and if you dont care...than i guess youre an inconsiderate jerk who will just have to get over it.

Answer 4

It shows respect to both the dead person and their friends and family and shows that they have some empathy for their loss.

Answer 5

Respect. Something you obviously know nothing about. I hope someone pisses on your grave.

Answer 6

It's respectful. Even though you may not know them, you're supposed to just take a moment.

Answer 7

Respect. You need to get some.

Answer 8

they stop for the flashing police lights in front of the procession. if they do not have a police escort you do not have to stop.

Answer 9

Its that little thing called RESPECT.