Sam died. His will provided $50,000 for an elaborate funeral.
As the last attendees left, Sam’s wife Rose turned to her oldest friend
Sadie and said:
“Well, I’m sure Sam would be pleased."
“I’m sure you’re right,” replied Sadie, who leaned in close and lowered her
voice to a whisper.
“Tell me, how much did it really cost ?"
“All of it,” said Rose. “Fifty thousand."
“No !” Sadie exclaimed. “I mean, it was very nice, but
really… $50,000 ?"
Rose nodded. “The funeral was $6,500. I donated $500 to the shul for the
Rabbi’s services. The shiva food and drinks were another $500. The rest went
for the memorial stone."
Sadie computed quickly. “$42,500 for a memorial stone ? Oy vey, how big is
it ?"
“Five and a half carats.”
ITS.A.JOKE.PEOPLE
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