To family and friends, I am very sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. When Jesus was on earth, his friend Lazarus died. He was in the tomb for 4 days already when Jesus arrived. Mary and Martha, Lazarus' sisters were grieving and Jesus gave way to tears. Jesus compared death to sleep. He called to Lazarus and he came back to life! You can read this wonderful true account in the Bible at John chapter 11. Jesus demonstrated what he will do for mankind when his kingdom government is ruling over all the earth. (Matthew 10:6) Our dead loved ones will come back to life! (Acts 24:15) At that time there will be no more pain or death (Revelation 21:3,4.) If you would like free Bible studies, to bring you comfort, please go to the bottom of the home page of jw.org to request one.