The deceased have always been buried in formal clothing in the past. It made the dead body “presentable.”
But now, changes are coming.
“We just buried a girl today in jeans and sneakers,” said Vince N. Baker, the owner and supervisor of Baker Funeral Home at 2008 N. Broad St., on Friday. “Years ago, it was customary [...]
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Reconsidering dress for modern funerals
Posted on 21 April 2008 by Jeff Appelblatt
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