If you are reading this article, then our first words to you are, we’re sorry for your loss—our condolences to you and your family. Now, having said that you are likely here because you have the ...

One of my professors died the night before he gave his final. His funeral is today and I plan on going. I don't know what I should wear. Options: 1) black suit 2) coat and tie + khakis 3) nice ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My husband and I are at the age where we are going to more funerals than weddings. The last one we attended, I wore a knee-length black skirt, a black-and-white blouse and some ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: To my knowledge, longstanding tradition dictates that family and friends wear black attire to a wake and/or funeral. Over the years, I’ve noticed fewer and fewer people strictly ...