Funeral practices are rituals and ceremonies that honor and remember a deceased person. These practices can vary widely across different cultures and religions. Common elements often include a viewing or wake, where family and friends gather to pay their respects, and a burial or cremation, which is the final disposition of the body. In many cultures, funerals also involve specific customs, such as prayers, music, or eulogies that celebrate the life of the deceased. Some traditions may include the use of a casket or urn, while others may incorporate symbolic items like flowers or candles to represent remembrance and hope.