With the gala that was still away for a couple of weeks, the preparations for it were made by everypony that would be present. Yet in the meantime had the family and the remaining elements of harmony something else to keep their minds occupied with. Even though the body of Rarity was never released by the hospital because it was 'unwatchable' in their eyes. She still got a ceremonial burial, much like Fancy Pants, as her final respect.