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Gunshots And Punches As Post-Funeral Mourning Descends Into Chaos [Videos]
22 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
The aftermath of a funeral left one man dead, and others clashing with police over Disaster Management Act contraventions.
From Way Out Of Left Field: SA Memorial Service Takes An Unexpected Turn [Video]
31 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Lebogang Khitsane’s tombstones were the stuff of legend. Nobody will forget his memorial service in a hurry, either.
Here’s What Happens If Someone Dies Of COVID-19 In Your House
26 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Yesterday, health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize signed off on new regulations regarding the handling of coronavirus deaths at home.
Story Behind The Viral ‘Dancing Pallbearers’ Meme [Videos]
05 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Do something stupid or risky in 2020, and you’re likely to be met with the viral ‘dancing pallbearers’ meme.
Awkward – Police Officers Completely Bungle Salute At Memorial Service [Video]
15 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Dr Richard Maponya was supposed to be honoured with a coordinated military salute, but things didn’t go quite as planned.
The Staggering Cost of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s Funeral Laid Bare
13 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Last year, ANC legend Winnie Madikizela-Mandela and two other party stalwarts were laid to rest. An investigation into the spending for those funerals has raised massive red flags.
Not Ideal: German Restaurant Mixes Up Dagga Cake With Funeral Cake
31 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A funeral in Germany ended on a high note when mourners were accidentally served hash cake after the service.
Irishman Pulls Prank On Mourners At His Own Funeral [Video]
15 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Shay Bradley was determined to have one last laugh, and the final word, at his funeral.
Video Of Pastor ‘Bringing Man Back To Life’ Sparks #ResurrectionChallenge
26 Feb 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A viral video of a pastor faking a resurrection has inspired the #resurrectionchallenge, as people all over the internet recreate the drama.
The Exact Moment George W. Slipped Michelle Obama Some Sweets At John McCain’s Funeral [Video]
03 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Often referred to as unlikely friends, Michelle Obama and George W. Bush shared a touching moment at John McCain’s memorial service.
In Other News – A Nigerian Man Buried His Father In A Brand New BMW [Image]
12 Jun 2018 by Nereesha Patel / No Comments
Losing a loved one is never easy, so this chap decided to lay his his departed dad to rest in the best way possible: in a new luxury car.
Local Guy’s ‘Bling’ Tombstones Featured On BBC [Video]
29 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
One local businessman is changing the tombstone game in this country, and he makes top dollar designing flamboyant resting places for the rich and famous.
Selfies At Funerals – Have We Gone Too Far?
24 Nov 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
When hashtags on your funeral selfies are something like #DustToDustThings and #AshesToAshesSituation, does it mean you have lost respect for the act of mourning?
Inside The First Public Memorial For Jonah Lomu [Video]
23 Nov 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
South Auckland played host to an emotional service as Lomu family members and friends gathered to pay their respects to the big man.
Chris Martin Sang At Beau Biden’s Funeral [Video]
08 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
After finding out that Beau Biden was a big Coldplay front man Chris Martin offered to play at Saturday’s funeral. Here’s his moving performance.
This Is How You Bury A Taxi Driver
26 May 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Some like to be six feet under, others want to be paraded around the streets. Here’s a rather unusual final request from this guy in Puerto Rico.
‘Prostitute Lover’ Gets Fitting Send-Off
28 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
One would like to be buried in a ceremony befitting of the life one led, unless that life entailed the hiring of prostitutes and your send-off took a turn for the worse.
Wait, They’re Hiring Strippers For Funerals Now?
24 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Funerals the world over tend to be sombre affairs, although an Irish wake has been known to get somewhat rowdy. This Chinese tradition is just downright strange though.
You Won’t Believe What Howard Stern Announced During Joan Rivers’ Funeral
09 Sep 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Joan Rivers’ death has certainly left a gaping hole in many lives – I know I had a little cry at the thought of no one ever again tearing apart badly dressed celebrities.
Here Is The New 9m Tall Nelson Mandela Statue [PICS]
17 Dec 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
A nine-meter tall statue of our storied former President was yesterday unveiled at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
Westboro Baptist Church Thank God For Killing Mandela And Plan To Protest At His Funeral [VIDEO]
10 Dec 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 7 Comments
It was oddly comforting how on 6 December, not even the most pugnacious troll reared his twisted face. For once, Twitter seemed to unite gracefully. Until people discovered the account of the Westboro Baptist Church
Obama, Bush, Clinton Families And More – Here Is The Guest List And Details For Madiba’s Memorial Service
09 Dec 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
The memorial service of one of the world’s most-loved politicians will be taking place on Tuesday at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg, and scores of politicians from across the planet are expected to arrive in this week in order to pay their respects.
Late For Her Own Funeral: Woman Found Alive Two Weeks After Burial
26 Aug 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
A Philadelphia woman was found alive and well, two weeks after her funeral. Yes, you read that right. Sharolyn Jackson was thought to be dead by her family. They identified a body as hers, but noted the only thing “odd” about the body was that her nose looked a little thinner than normal. Sharolyn had […]
Future Funerals: New Service Lets You Blast Ashes Into Space And Track Them In Orbit
12 Aug 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Elysium Space is offering the best deal around town to get you or your loved one to space by next year. For a cool R19,594 you could be on your way to space. So what’s the catch? To board the CubeStat heading to the outer limits, you have to be dead.
The SABC Says That The Mandelas Have Sold Broadcasting Rights Of Madiba’s Funeral To CNN
08 Jul 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Nelson Mandela has been in hospital for almost a month. But while he remains in a critical condition, the broadcasting rights for his funeral are already being negotiated by the family.
Like A Scene From The Sopranos – Stars Turnout For James Gandolfini Funeral [GALLERY]
28 Jun 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The funeral service of James Gandolfini took place on Thursday at The Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in Manhattan. Family and friends gathered to pay their last respects to the actor.
WATCH: Alicia Keys Sings “Prelude To A Kiss” At Whitney Houston’s Funeral
18 Feb 2012 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Alicia Keys BELTED out a rendition of her powerful hit, “Prelude To A Kiss” at Whitney Houston’s funeral today. The chick with the afro next to her confirms the power of the tune, throughout the performance. Follow link to watch.
WATCH: Kevin Costner Speaks At Whitney Houston’s Funeral
18 Feb 2012 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
A very emotional Kevin Costner spoke at Whitney Houston’s funeral on Saturday 18 February. He related some stories of their time on set of The Bodyguard. Follow link to watch.
Give Yourself A Dictator Funeral
29 Dec 2011 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I found this Photoshop template (here) on Gawker.com and I couldn’t resist the chance the replace Kim Jong Il’s face with my own, as I imagined my very own dictator funeral. You can do the same if you download the Photoshop Template and replace Kim’s photo with your (or a friend’s) image. Kim Jong Il […]
‘Nitrogen Funerals:’ The Eco-Friendly Way To Deal With Death
09 Mar 2011 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Wow. Okay. So a Swedish company wants to make burials more eco-friendly by freezing dead people in liquid nitrogen, using sound waves to shatter the ice before drawing all the moisture out of the remains with a vacuum. Because the Swedish word for ‘eco-friendly’ also means ‘traumatic’ and ‘awesome.’
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