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It represents not a revolution in mourning, but rather a shift in the medium mourners utilize to express their grief and memorialize the deceased. [1] [2] This shift has occurred in tandem with the widespread popularity of social media in the West, a result of which has been the need for users to accept death within an online environment. [2]
An online memorial is a virtual space created on the Internet for the purpose of remembering, celebrating, or commemorating those who have died. An online memorial may be a one-page HTML webpage document giving the name of the deceased and a few words of tribute, an extensive information source, or be part of a social media platform where users can add their own words and photos.
A late 20th and early 21st century North American mourning phenomenon is the rear window memorial decal. This is a large vinyl window-cling decal memorializing a deceased loved one, prominently displayed in the rear windows of cars and trucks belonging to close family members and sometimes friends.
The nation said a proper farewell to former President Jimmy Carter during his funeral service in Washington D.C. on Thursday. President Joe Biden, who declared Thursday a national day of mourning ...
Day of the Dead celebrates the belief that the spirits of the deceased return to the world of the living during this time. It is a joyful and colorful occasion that embraces death as a natural ...
A ghost bike in Berlin.. Roadside memorials are a statement of grief and love from the loved ones of the accident victim or victims. [2]But apart from their personal significance, these memorials also serve as a reminder and warning to other road users of the dangers of driving, and to encourage safer driving.
By Anne Flaherty WASHINGTON (AP) -- When you die, should your loved ones have access to your Facebook, Gmail and other online accounts? A group of influential lawyers says yes, unless you specify ...
One of the following documents: • A copy of the will of the deceased AOL account holder giving the requester access to digital assets; or • A notice of executor or notice of administration giving the requester access to digital assets; or • A court order issued in the United States that satisfies AOL's requirements.