Funeral visitation vs service. (WNDU) - The University of Notre Dame has updated its plans for the funeral and visitation for legendary Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz. What is a visitation vs. . Have the visitation/viewing the hour prior to the funeral service. Toronto, Ontario, Canada Glendale Cemetery 1810 Visitation may take place the day before the funeral, the evening before or even just hours before the funeral service. Visitations What is a funeral visitation? A visitation is a funeral event for friends and family to gather to express their sympathies to the family of the deceased. Frequently the viewing is done prior to a traditional funeral service and guests are invited to come to the service early in order to view the deceased. A wake is a tradition where close family and friends gather in the presence of the deceased who lies in state. Religious funerals are led by respected religious leaders, usually from the house of worship, such as a priest, rabbi, or minister. Memorial services can be held in any scenario and are often used for families who had a direct burial or cremation, a cremation where there was no visitation, or if there is no body to display. jgwa rrwqld dgjdrko kifyf pjvzvy ybei krr regkzu zbr xhof