“ Inheritance taxes are so high that the happiest mourner at a rich man's funeral is usually Uncle Sam. Richard Miller Olin College President
“ I remember from my father's funeral that the minister kept using a metaphor about life of a prism. And I took that away like a cherished image. Anna Deavere Smith Actress
“ People are scared to make something that doesn't look like another film that made a lot of money. It means we get 'Four Weddings And A Funeral' made again and again. Billy Boyd Actor
“ A woman who feels ugly can go to the best party and have a terrible time, but a woman who likes the way she looks can go to a funeral and have a marvellous time. Britney Spears Artist
“ Growing up, there were a lot of funerals that I attended, and the adults at the funerals went out of their way to make sure that I wasn't traumatized or overly depressed by them. So death is always a celebration of life for me, and it's also hugely dramatic. Bryan Fuller Screenwriter