Funeral

Larry died. His will provided $40,000 for an elaborate funeral. As the last guests departed the affair, his wife Sarah turned to her oldestand dearest friend. "Well, I'm sure Larry would be pleased," shesaid."I'm sure you're right," replied Jody, who lowered her voice and leaned in close.

"How much did this really cost?""All of it," said Sarah. "Forty thousand."

"No!" Jody exclaimed. "I mean, it was very nice, but $40,000?"

Sarah answered, "The funeral was $6,500. I donated $500 to the church.. The whiskey, wine and snacks were another $500. The restwent for the Memorial Stone."

Jody computed quickly. "$32,500 for a Memorial Stone? My God, howbig is it?"

"Four and a half carats."