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By Msgr. M. Francis Mannion. Common practice is accepted by Church, although it prefers that cremation take place after funeral
Church allows it, but it must be carried out with reverence and with dignity of the deceased in mind. Subscription required
Church prefers body be present for a funeral because it makes a more personal impression
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