Who rides in the family car for a funeral?

Traditionally, the immediate family of the deceased rides in the limo or town car. A funeral limousine offers those who are in the deepest throes of the grief to focus on their lost loved one, rather than the road, other drivers, and making it to the service on time.

Who goes in the first car at a funeral?

The Order of Your Funeral Cars

If tradition is your preference you should use at least two limousines. Immediate family members, so parents, children and spouses, would ride in the first limousine. Other family members and friends ride in the second.

Who follows the funeral car?

In a funeral procession, the vehicle directly behind the hearse carries the close family members – partner, children, parents or siblings – and transports them to the venue. Some processions have more than one vehicle, with mourners travelling in their own cars behind the bereaved family.

Who is in the car behind the hearse?

Traditionally, the order of family in a funeral procession is direct family immediately behind the hearse, followed by close family and friends. Then others who were important to your loved one might join the procession, like neighbours, carers or colleagues.

What is a funeral driver called?

What's a hearse driver called? Drivers of a hearse are typically called hearse drivers. On occasion, they're also called chauffeurs.

Six hearses leave Rhoden family funeral

How many people can go in a funeral car?

Each of our funeral limousines is able to carry up to six people in the back, with one extra space in the front if necessary. However, the front seat is sometimes reserved to provide transport for the minister or service officiant.

What is the meal after a funeral called?

Separate from a memorial service, a funeral reception is a special event for family members and friends to honor the deceased without a formalized structure. The gathering after a funeral usually has food and drinks and serves as a venue to offer one's condolences to the family. This is also commonly known as a repast.

Who walks in front of funeral car?

The officiant (and the choir, if there is one) leads the procession in for religious services, while the celebrant or funeral director usually leads secular (non-religious) processions. The coffin follows, with honorary pallbearers in front of it if there are any. The chief mourners walk behind the coffin.

What is funeral etiquette for the family?

Proper funeral etiquette dictates that the closer you are to the deceased, the closer you will be to the casket. Spouse, parents, and children of the deceased will sit closest to the front. Sometimes close friends and "honorary family members" will sit with the grieving family.

Who walks in first at a funeral?

Unless they have chosen to be seated beforehand, the family comes next, chief mourner(s) first, walking with whomever he or she chooses. Close friends may follow, completing the procession. The family and pallbearers occupy the front rows, with friends filling vacant places on either side.

Do you tip funeral drivers?

Gratuity for funeral procession drivers

Professional drivers should be tipped about 10-15% in addition to the fare. It is customary to do so, but not required.

Do funeral cars take you home?

Does the limousine(s) take you home or to the wake after the funeral? Yes, the limousine(s) will take you to the funeral and then onto wherever you wish to go, within the local area.

Why do people follow the funeral car?

Accompanying the deceased on their final journey might help in the mourning process. Many family members and close friends find comfort in accompanying the dead, which allows them to say their final goodbyes at the burial ritual. Many specialists think that funeral processions help in the healing process.

What is the order of family seats at a funeral?

Typically, at both the funeral and visitation service, the first rows of seats are reserved for family members. If you are not a part of the family, choose a seat behind the reserved seating.

Who travels in the limousine at a funeral?

The person arranging the funeral decides who will be in the car or limousines following the hearse. This is usually family and sometimes close friends. Most of the people going to the funeral will use their own cars and may choose to meet the procession where the service is being held.

What is the correct etiquette for a funeral?

8: Funeral service etiquette

Turn off your phone or put it on silent. If it rings, do not answer it during the service. Keep conversations to a minimum whilst you are inside the venue. Don't eat or drink during the funeral service.

Who is immediate family at a funeral?

Parents, spouses, and minor children are almost always considered to be immediate family, while siblings may or may not count. In addition, adoptive parents or children are also considered immediate family, although there is no blood relation. Half-siblings, step-siblings, and other near relatives are also ambiguous.

What not to do at a funeral?

What should you avoid at a funeral?

Where does an ex wife sit at a funeral?

Attending the Funeral

Do not seat yourself in the family section, as it is more common for an ex-spouse to be seated with friends of the deceased. The only exceptions are if you need to sit with young children or if you were specifically invited by the family.

What is the drinks after a funeral called?

Typically a wake is now held after the more formal funeral service, providing a chance for guests to socialise and celebrate the life of the person who has died.

How much do you tip a pastor for a funeral service?

Some pastors will state outright the fee for them to conduct the funeral service, while others will ask for a donation to the church. When it comes to donations, this can either be a monetary donation, with $150-$200 often being the most common, or a gift.

Is it appropriate to wear pants to a funeral?

The appropriate attire for a funeral or memorial service is simple: dress to show respect for the person whose life you are remembering. This means selecting clothes that are more conservative, not flashy or brightly colored. Darker dresses, suits, pants, jackets and sweaters are appropriate.

How fast do funeral cars drive?

A funeral procession will typically move at about 20 miles per hour. You should try and keep to the same speed as the vehicle in front and follow The Highway Code rules, as you normally would. It's recommended that you drive as close as you can to the car in front, whilst leaving a safe braking distance between you.

Is it disrespectful to not go to a funeral?

Choosing whether to attend is at the discretion of each individual, family member. Whatever you choose, know that it isn't disrespectful to not go to a funeral for personal reasons.