Death is just a part of life, the fear eventually goes away with more knowledge. We are all part of the huge living organism that is Earth. When your dog dies what happens? You're sad and you say your good byes and recall all of the enjoyment that dog brought you. However, then you obtain a new dog, and that new dog brings you a new kind of happiness you would have never experienced without the death of your prior dog. This new experience is directly related to the death of your previous dog. ....

With the death of your parents, you watch your kids grow up, and then their kids. They just keep sprouting more love and achievements throughout the world. It's beautiful, be proud that you are part of the process! Remember the Buddha tells us life is suffering, once we recognize this suffering we are set free! Focus not on death, but the whole life of someone and what they have done!