Have you ever cried at a stranger's funeral?

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May they be celebrities(Michael Jackson's funeral, perhaps?), political figures, or just a random funeral that you passed by while driving/walking. At 9:00PM today, the late former Philippine President Cory Aquino who was the Mother of Democracy, has been finally laid to rest. The funeral march from the Manila Cathedral to the Manila Memorial Park lasted 7 hours. Many people have turned up to 'escort' her to her final resting place. The people seemed to be strongly united at this time, showing their respects and support. I have never met her(wish I did) and I was born 2 years before her term ended. And yet I just could not help but tear up while watching the funeral on tv. Aside from animal cruelty, this is one of those rare moments that I could not hold back the tears. WEll, I was alone in the room so I just let it flow. I could hear my Mom sniffling from downstairs. At least I wasnt the only one.hehe Anyway, have you ever cried at someone's funeral who you did not know personally? or are you the type of person who always cries at weddings and funerals whether you were related to them or not? If not, do you think that could happen to you? or are you just the type of person who 'reserves' their tears for someone who they hold very very dear.? Thanks for sharing.