A living funeral doesn’t take place for a deceased, but for a living person. Living funerals are usually for people who don’t have a lot of time left. They often function as a way to process one’s approaching passing. At the same time, they allow for the family and close friends to reconcile with their loved one’s passing. A living funeral usually combines somber elements of a traditional funeral with more upbeat and happier components.
See also: Humanist Celebrant, Traditional Burial