Deceased’s last wish: man requested to be buried in a coffin shaped like a Snickers bar

23 March 2025 , 20:06

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Deceased’s last wish: man requested to be buried in a coffin shaped like a Snickers bar

A British man, Paul, once joked that if he died, he would want to be buried in a coffin shaped like the legendary Snickers bar. This joke, however, was taken very seriously, as Paul included it in his will as his final wish.

Paul Brum’s friends and family decided to honor his last request, burying him in a coffin that resembled the iconic Snickers bar. This was reported by the New York Post.

Journalists write that according to Paul’s friends, he was an incredibly sharp man with a great sense of humor, which was typical of a true Briton. One day, while joking with friends, he casually mentioned his love for Snickers bars and stated that if he ever passed away, he wanted to be buried in a "chocolate bar-shaped coffin."

Initially, his friends laughed at the joke. However, when Paul tragically passed away, they were surprised to learn that he had included this request in his will as his "last wish." His loved ones had no choice but to fulfill his desire.

The media reports that Paul was buried in a coffin that partially resembled an unwrapped Snickers bar. In honor of his quirky sense of humor, his friends also wrote the phrase "I’m nuts" on it (an English idiom meaning "I’m crazy").

"Paul’s family told us that he was truly one of the real people, and his farewell had to reflect that. His wit and sense of humor touched many, and the coffin became a fitting tribute to his unique personality," said funeral organizer Ali Leggo, who arranged the public ceremony.

Journalists note that Paul Brum was a big fan of the Crystal Palace football club, as he was originally from South London. Fans, close friends, relatives, colleagues, and members of the fan movement gathered at the memorial service.

"Paul’s family received only positive feedback from those who attended. Many said that Paul’s farewell was truly a celebration of life. It was an honor for me to help his family fulfill his last wishes," said Mrs. Leggo.

David Wilson