What does it mean when you dream about someone close to you dying?

Question

Two dreams recently. I already asked about one, and if it's not too much, I'd also like a bit of feedback on this second one.
I remember going with all of my theatre friends to a cabin over the summer, in the mountains. I think it was after we all graduated. A bit of a reunion or something. All I know is that we were all supposed to meet up there at a specific time. One of my friends, whom I have recently developed feelings for (not long after having this dream, in fact), was flying his own small airplane to the cabin. I have no idea why.
He never showed up, so we sent out a search party, and after three days of looking, they found a crash site and a body. The announcement was delivered to all of us that he had lost control of the plane at some point and crashed.
I remember feeling really numb in the dream. Almost like I wasn't sure how to react.
I woke up feeling sad and I was terrified to go back to sleep.
Please, can someone give me an idea of what they think about this?

Answer 1

Dying in dreams, more often than not, is a sign of renewal, not physical death.

Answer 2

You may just have a fear that this could happen - it may be a strong fear.