When Uncle Fred died, the family was shocked.
Not because he died — he was 98 and survived on hot dogs and sarcasm — but because of his will.
“I want to be buried with full Wi-Fi access,” it said. “Just in case.”
The lawyer looked up. “He was very clear.”
Everyone thought it was a joke. Until the funeral.
A tech crew actually showed up. They installed a router… six feet under.
Jake whispered to his sister, “Well, this is over the top.”
She giggled. “Totally. But also… classic Uncle Fred.”
Grandma just rolled her eyes. “He always had to go out with a bang.”
After the burial, Jake checked his phone.
“Wait… the Wi-Fi name is ‘DeadButOnline’.”
Everyone burst out laughing.
Only Fred could turn his own funeral into a comedy show.
Idioms Used in the Story
1. Six feet under
Meaning: A humorous or euphemistic way of saying someone is buried or dead.
Examples:
- He’s six feet under now, no worries.
- You keep eating like that, you’ll be six feet under by 50.
2. Over the top
Meaning: Excessive, extreme, or exaggerated.
Examples:
- The decorations were totally over the top.
- His reaction was over the top for such a small mistake.
3. Classic [someone]
Meaning: That kind of behavior is typical or expected from this person.
Examples:
- Late again? Classic Tom.
- Burning toast on purpose? Classic Dave.
4. Go out with a bang
Meaning: To end something in a dramatic or memorable way.
Examples:
- Let’s go out with a bang at our last party!
- That movie went out with a bang — amazing final scene.
5. Burst out laughing
Meaning: To suddenly start laughing loudly.
Examples:
- I burst out laughing at the meme.
- Everyone burst out laughing when she tripped — even her.