ioannes wrote: > > Dear Group, > > I am curious about Norwegian burial practices. My ancestor died on June 1, > the funeral was held on June 9 and the burial on June 22, 1884......another > died on March 11, the funeral held on March 18 and the burial on March 19, > 1893. Why was there so long in between death and burial?? > > Thank you, > > Ivan Nichols Actually, the burial took place before the funeral or graveside ceremony. In "Norwegian" (i.e. Danish) of 1884/1893, "Begravelse" = burial (place the deceased in the grave and cover with earth) this was done by the family and neighbours, under an informal ceremony. "Jordfæstelse" = graveside ceremony (by the clergy) Usually the deceased was buried within 3-5 days, in some cases up to 7-8 days. The 8 days in your case (June 1 to 9), is at the limit, particularly in the summer. Ivar S. Ertesvåg