If there were a simple, painless, and widely available way, it would be certain that more than a quarter of the world's population would die.

I guess we are the only beings who can kill themselves by choice.

I think cremation is the best. And here in my country, it is much better. A few years ago there was a gang of outlaws who stole human bones and tombs to sell them (especially skulls). It is a disgrace that even dead you are not safe. They use them most of the time for spiritual rituals. And it is worrying for the relatives of the dead one.

But I think there are many religions forbid it.

I don't like funerals. However, most people like to share one last time with their loved ones. So it's best to make them spend as comfortable a time as possible: with good chairs, a coffee, a soup and maybe some prayers and words. Something simple and cheap.

I don't know if it's the same where you live. But funerals here are the only places you see your whole family together.

Thanks for sharing :)