"We do it because we loved them and partially its the last act of love that you can show to a loved one...its as much for the peace of the do-er than the one who asked for it..."
I agree with Deedee, and would add that honouring the wishes of the deceased is most often due to that 'love', than it is about an 'obligation' (as you stated).
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I agree with Deedee, and would add that honouring the wishes of the deceased is most often due to that 'love', than it is about an 'obligation' (as you stated).