Family sues LA mortuary over 'grotesque' embalming, claims decayed body oozed liquid

A lawsuit filed by relatives of a South Gate father claims a funeral home botched the embalming of the dead man, leaving his ...
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Will Pope Francis be embalmed? Here’s what will happen to his body after the funeral

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In light of Pope Francis’ death on April 21, Catholic authorities are preparing the much-anticipated process to decide upon his ...
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Pope Pius XII's 'Alternative' Embalming Led to a Grotesque Sight — and Smell — for Horrified Mourners in 1958

Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, April 21, there's been a great deal of interest in popes of the past as members of the Catholic Church prepare for a new leader. Following a series of ...
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Embalming and make-up: Pope’s body prepared for lying-in-state

The late pope's remains will be on display for three days in Saint Peter's Basilica - Copyright VATICAN MEDIA/AFP Handout The late pope's remains will be on display ...