Funeral Black Armband – Black Mourning Arm Band – Military/Police/Fire/EMS – Elastic 2 Inches Wide by 14 Inches Long (Unhooked) with Secure Hook & Loop Closure

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Officers should wear mourning bands when an officer from a nearby jurisdiction loses their life in the line of duty. They begin wearing mourning bands on the date of the officer’s death and do not remove them until after said officer’s burial. People often ask what the difference is between a “funeral” and a “memorial service.” The answer really lies in whether the deceased is present physically or just in memory. If there is a coffin and a burial following, it is a funeral service. If the burial has taken place or the body has been cremated (with or without an urn present), then it is a memorial service. On occasion, the family may opt for a private funeral service and burial and a public memorial service at a later time. Death notices in newspapers or online at funeral homes will indicate to you what type of service you are attending and where the service will be held. What You Need to Do Before Attending a Funeral or Memorial Service Learning about the Death Based on local, national, and religious traditions, thege body of the deceased may or may not be on display.

Once you learn of the death of someone whom you knew or if you discover that a relative or close friend of a co-worker or friend has died, your first step should be to write a condolence letter. Whether you intend to attend the funeral or memorial service or not, a letter is still a nice gesture. A sheriff, chief of police, or similar authority (such as an agency director) can also instruct officers under their command or within their agency, precinct, or jurisdiction to wear mourning bands on days when they feel doing so is appropriate. Officers are to comply with this directive. A mourning band should fit tight on an officer's badge. An officer will wear a mourning band across the middle for most badge shapes.

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But, of course, it is maybe a class question in any country: the more traditional the family / friends – the more strict and traditional the dress code.

Mourning bands can come in several shapes and sizes. A basic mourning band is simply a garment or accessory that someone wears around a part of their body or on an important part of a uniform. In Sweden this never happens or at least very seldom: Closed coffin, mostly sinks down to the cellar (if there is a crematorium in the building), or discretely taken away by the undertakers, after the service. While you do not technically have to dress up, failing to do so may be interpreted as disrespectful to the deceased. An obvious exception would be if the hosts of the event have specifically requested more casual attire.Informal protest or activist groups also may choose to wear mourning bands. They may do so in the aftermath of an individual’s death if they believe said death represents an act of injustice, or they may do so to mourn the deaths of entire groups, such as minority groups or civilian casualties of war.

If possible, attend the service if you were close to the deceased or their family. Similarly, avoid going if your attendance will make the family uncomfortable. The same dark suit requirement is also appropriate for wakes, especially evening wakes. (In my experience, perhaps because the work environment is what it is today, mostly people attend wakes rather than funerals these days, except, of course, when very close relatives or close friends are connected to the decedent.) There should be formality and respect, and a dark suit suggests that better than anything else. But if , for instance, the decedent was a member of a high school team or a member of a police force, firefighters’ brigade or nursing staff at the time of passing, it is quite appropriate for team mates or co-workers to wear their uniforms to indicate a sense of kinship and a recognition of the decedent’s life, values, spirit and commitment. Viewings are usually held a few days prior to the funeral and are scheduled to last for several hours. Often, because of their extended timeframe, it can be more convenient to attend a viewing than the actual funeral or memorial service. When you attend a wake or funeral, do not be concerned about what you must or mustn’t say; often, a respectful smile and a warm hug or stroke of the arm or firm clutching of hands says much more than any trite words could possibly convey. The physical support translates into what the other person needs.Taking care to dress in a manner that is appropriate and dignified shows your respect for the person who passed. You are honoring their legacy by taking the time to dress correctly for a unique event intended to honor their life and achievements. Just as with happier occasions like birthday parties or weddings, putting in the effort to dress appropriately for the occasion is always an indication of good taste and genuine consideration for your hosts. Shows Solidarity with the Bereft Again, these are basic guidelines by which many agencies and officers should abide. However, some choose to modify them according to their preferences. Public mourning can involve a range of acts and practices. In some cultures, wearing clothing of a particular color after death is an act of public mourning. Wearing symbols of mourning is a similar practice. If you’re an officer who is unfamiliar with your department’s guidelines, feel free to ask your superiors for more information on this topic. They will likely appreciate the fact that you take the matter so seriously.