Islamic Death and Funeral Customs
Islamic rule dictates that a burial occur as soon as possible after death. Burial rituals include cleansing and enshrouding the body of the deceased in cloth made of a simple material - not lavish or adorned. Muslims of the community gather for the Janazah prayer and proceed to take the body (sans casket) to the burial site. Only men are allowed at the gravesite service where the body is positioned in a manner which reflects Muslim traditions. A collective prayer marks the end of the service. Family members of the deceased return home to observe the morning period. This period is extended for widows of the deceased.
Specific details on a Islamic death and funeral customs, as well as directives govern mourning and the expected role of Muslim widows can be found here