"gifts" are not mandatory or expected at funerals. Showing up empty handed is actually the norm, from my personal experiences. If they have requested a donation in lieu of flowers and you feel inclined to donate then please do.
Flowers aren't necessary since they requested the donation, and may have made private arrangements for flowers. A card sent to the family is nice, but since you were not close to the family, I'd personally forgo.
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I am sorry for your loss.
"gifts" are not mandatory or expected at funerals. Showing up empty handed is actually the norm, from my personal experiences. If they have requested a donation in lieu of flowers and you feel inclined to donate then please do.
Flowers aren't necessary since they requested the donation, and may have made private arrangements for flowers. A card sent to the family is nice, but since you were not close to the family, I'd personally forgo.