Because the bittersweet reality of losing a loved one is unavoidable, one family decided to bury their grandmother inside an M&M’s-themed casket to honor both her life and her love for the candy characters. Stocks, Mary Esther Martin Gaily’s dying wish was to be buried inside a massive M&M, and her wish was granted as her family continued to participate in what their grandmother enjoyed.
Taking to TikTok to share photos of his grandmother’s funeral, Scott Roundtree captioned his heartbreaking post: “Grandma, my (heart), you can now rest peacefully. “I adore you.” Scott and his family were wearing candy-themed t-shirts and baseball caps as they gathered around their grandmother’s coffin in the viral video. They were seen smiling as they remembered their adored grandmother.
In just 23 hours, the video has received over 1.3 million views. “I think this is amazing,” one commenter said in the comments section. Can you tell me why she chose an M&M casket? Whether it was for fun or for a serious reason?” “My uncle made it by hand,” Scott replied. She created it years ago. She was pleased with the outcome. It had been sitting in her hour for years.”
Others also sent messages of encouragement to the grandson. One person wrote: “This is so special! My sister-in-law died in May 2022. She was obsessed with and collected M&M’s. I hope she and your grandmother reunited in heaven.” “Wow!” exclaimed another. Her casket is amazing!!! My heartfelt condolences to you, your family, and all of her loved ones.”
“This was an amazing human being, I can tell,” a third said. Scott replied, “Yes,” when asked if there were M&M’s inside the special casket. What are your thoughts on the matter? Tell us in the comments, and SHARE this story with your friends and family!