1The family held a private obsequy for the deceased, attended only by close relatives and friends.
2The state funeral was a grand obsequy, with full military honours and a 21-gun salute.
3In ancient Greece, the obsequy for a fallen warrior was a solemn and dignified affair, involving the recitation of epic poetry and the sacrifice of animals.
4The community came together to pay their respects at the obsequy for the beloved local leader, who had passed away after a long illness.
5The elaborate obsequy for the monarch was a testament to the enduring power of tradition and ritual in modern society.