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Coverage dated October 17, 2026

Dear Abby: My friend goes to funerals for people she's never met - is that odd?

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Abby: Rather than criticize or judge her, I think you should simply ask her why she does it.

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  1. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Dear Abby: What is my friend hoping to get out of attending funerals for people she doesn't know? (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    Abby: Rather than criticize or judge her, I think you should simply ask her why she does it.

  2. MLive

    Dear Abby: My friend goes to funerals for people she's never met - is that odd? (opens MLive)

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    Abby: Rather than criticize or judge her, I think you should simply ask her why she does it.

  3. The Oregonian

    Dear Abby: I feel it's disrespectful to attend a stranger's funeral service - why is my friend doing this? (opens The Oregonian)

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    Abby: Rather than criticize or judge her, I think you should simply ask her why she does it.