I don't want to sound crass when asking the question, but I am going to be attending a funeral soon and want to give my boss an idea when I'll take off work.
2007-02-26 09:43:32 · 5 answers · asked by apple121205 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
So sorry for your loss. Depends on the faith. I believe Jewish and Muslim are not allowed to be embalmed and therefore, must be buried right away. If it is anyone else (except Hindu - I believe they are cremated) it depends on the family. For our family we had a 3 day viewing with the funeral and burial on the 3rd day which was a Saturday. However, a friend of mine who died on a Wednesday night (also a Catholic) had her viewing on Friday night and was buried the next day. So, ask the family when they wake and funeral will be.
2007-02-26 10:00:31 · answer #1 · answered by f w 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be 3 days if it is a close relative.
If you are just going to a funeral you will be gone 3 hours plus driving time.
2007-02-26 10:17:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is not unreasonable to ask the family involved when they think it will take place explaining that you must arrange for time off at work.
Usually takes about 3 days, but not a hard and fast rule.
2007-02-26 09:54:24 · answer #3 · answered by Pacifica 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Going to arrange a funeral are ya? I was off three days to help arrange my dad's.
2007-02-26 09:48:29 · answer #4 · answered by B"Quotes 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it depends on the culture
2007-02-26 09:48:54 · answer #5 · answered by birddog 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋