When my parents passed away at different times, someone had the foresight to take pictures before the memorial service and at the gathering afterward. No one took pictures during the service itself. The pictures are invaluable in that I have pictures of relatives, friends, and colleagues together showing their love and support. Some pictures included family members who never otherwise speak because of petty feuds but who kindly put aside their differences for one day.
As with zespri, I would have been offended if someone had tried to capture the "moment" of my grief. But I think there are other moments outside the service itself in which photos would be welcomed and encouraged.
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