Is it normal to not want to attend a funeral?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes. Not wanting to attend a funeral is a common reaction, especially when grief, family tension, or the thought of facing other people feels overwhelming.
Funerals can bring up a lot at once, and not everyone finds being there comforting. You might want to remember the person privately, feel unsure what to say, or simply not have the emotional energy for the day. None of that means you didn’t care.
Whether to go can depend on what the funeral means to you and the people close to you. If you skip it, you could still show your support another way, like sending a message, visiting later, or taking time to remember the person privately. And if you do go, it’s okay to leave early or keep things simple.