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pallbearer

These six to eight people, who are either chosen in advance or hired by the funeral home, carry or escort the casket at the funeral.

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Three Important Things To Know About Choosing Pallbearers

Pallbearers help to carry or escort the casket at the funeral. There are generally 6 to 8 pallbearers at a funeral, and you can...
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