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Death, Funeral Rituals, and Stigma: Perspectives from Mortuary Workers and Bereaved Families
Mas'amah1, Apris A Adu2, Beatriks Novianti Bunga3
1Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Nusa Cendana, Kupang, Indonesia.
Pastoral Psychology
|January 24, 2023
Summary
COVID-19 funeral protocols in Indonesia disrupted cultural rituals, causing distress for bereaved families. Mortuary workers adhered to guidelines, but rushed ceremonies negatively impacted family wellbeing and community support.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Grief Studies
Background:
- COVID-19 pandemic necessitated new funeral protocols globally.
- These protocols often restricted traditional rites, impacting bereaved families.
- Understanding these impacts is crucial for support services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences of Indonesian families mourning COVID-19 deaths.
- To document the perspectives of mortuary workers managing COVID-19 funerals.
- To identify challenges and needs related to pandemic funeral practices.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing semistructured interviews.
- Interviews conducted with 10 bereaved family members.
- Interviews conducted with 12 mortuary workers in West Timor, Indonesia.
Main Results:
- Mortuary workers successfully implemented COVID-19 funeral protocols.
- Families experienced resistance due to rushed funeral procedures.
- Cultural and religious rituals were largely prevented, impacting families negatively.
- Stigma from neighbors exacerbated psychological distress among bereaved families.
Conclusions:
- Strict adherence to COVID-19 funeral protocols hindered essential grieving rituals.
- Bereaved families faced significant psychological distress and social stigma.
- There is a need for culturally sensitive approaches to pandemic funeral services and support.
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