This book is an ethnographic study dedicated to modern Russian rituals associated with death and funerals. The author analyzes the socio-cultural aspects of these rites, viewing them through the prism of tradition, change, and modernity. The work thoroughly examines the transformations of ritual practices using examples from various regions, as well as the role of the state and commercial organizations in organizing the funeral process. The author offers a deep insight into how contemporary societal changes affect the perception of death and related customs.