Mourner
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- This article refers to a person attending a funeral, for the bird genus see Cotingidae.
A mourner is someone who is attending a funeral and is part of a funeral party.
One in a period of mourning prescribed either by religious law or by popular custom. It is common, during this time, for some activities to be curtailed, usually those that are accompanied by expressions of joy or frivolous activities. While it has been the norm for mourners to wear black, Western cultures have moved away from this custom. However, one is still expected to remain somewhat subdued out of reverence and respect for the deceased.
One observing the anniversary of a loved one's death after the period of traditional mourning has ended. Such observances include: visiting the deceased's place of rest, lighting a candle, reciting prayers and others.
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