expression, noun
memorial gathering; gathering to remember a deceased person
A polite, somewhat formal term for a gathering held to remember and honor someone who has passed away. Often used for public figures or in announcements.
See also: お別れ会
故人のお別れの会が来週開かれる。
A memorial gathering for the deceased will be held next week.
お別れの会には多くの人が参列した。
Many people attended the memorial gathering.
A polite phrase composed of お (honorific prefix) + 別れ (farewell, parting) + の (possessive particle) + 会 (gathering). The expression is a straightforward combination of these elements.