It's always been this way, nothing to do with B**h or money. My husband commanded a mortuary affairs unit in the Army years ago. The soldier's remains are always shipped in the hold. Accompanying honour guards fly in the same plane in the cabin. They usually carry the flag till arrival, then drape it for family's acceptance of the body.
My Grandfather died in WWII and was sent back by ship and train. He came without honour guard because troops couldn't be spared.
Last Christmas, my sister in law died while visiting; she was flown back in baggage hold. Do you think we should have sat her up in first class?
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