I have some very weird questions about graveside services

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3. Daughter of a minister here: been to many graveside services

The graveside service is always at the actual interment site. In order for that to happen, the graveside service can be on a very different schedule than other observances.

I've been to such observances in every kind of weather, except high winds. I honestly am not sure what happens in that case. It's just never been something I've observed.

All the "helpers" are hired by the funeral director, usually a professional at the funeral home. They are usually employees of the funeral home, and are paid their regular salary, whatever that happens to be. It's just a "day at the office" for them.

If this doesn't adequately answer your questions, let me know and I will clarify.