Chinese Funeral procession through Chinatown

[almiller2008]

I asked a Chinese acquaintance who grew up in Chinatown if he knew that the band played Christian hymns. He said that he was totally unaware if that.

[elguapotetigre]

Does everyone in Chinatown get a funeral like this when they pass away?

[vanness5]

not everyone, Green street mortuary does this New Orleans style thing, the band doesnt charge they play for drinks or tips I suppose... But you see them every now and again,it's pretty cool

[PiranhaJaw22]

What is the name of this song?

[vanness5]

@PiranhaJaw22 Not sure, But I will find out for you...

[fordtruxdad]

@PiranhaJaw22 "Work, For the Night is Coming"

[amethyst0285]

Copycats.

[stopjehbahl]

In my culture when there's a procession of the dead, rather than getting thrown dead money we throw coins at the dead so we don't get bad luck

[9562962]

Ones going on outside right now

[Pinkstonnaked]

So this like a chinese funeral like Year of the Dragon?

[AirborneLaser]

Thanks for posting your video and story. I'm one of the motorcycle escorts that services Green St Mortuary, and I've got to say it's one of the most rewarding jobs I've had.

[vanness5]

Excellent, I'm glad Green St. is doing it, certainly lending a spice to the city.

[ralphbosero]

Paper spirit money.

[montaramike]

I ran into a Chinese funeral once while in S.F., sad occasion, but quite a spectacle.