McDonald's says it will remove 'tasteless' sign opposite crematorium
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By
Lee Trewhela
Matthew Evans
SEO writer
Fast food chain McDonald's has found itself in hot water after displaying a "tasteless" sign opposite a crematorium - although a lot of people found it funny.
The advertising board caused hilarity among many drivers passing by on the busy A39, but others are concerned it could upset grieving families.
The sign, advertising the fast food chain's McCrispy burger, is right next to a crematorium sign and has been placed on a bus stop directly opposite Penmount Crematorium in Cornwall. One woman, whose mother-in-law was cremated at the establishment last year, said: "Although I can see the funny side, it is tasteless and I'm sure some grieving family members won't like to see it when visiting Penmount for the funeral and cremation of a loved one."
When a
CornwallLive reporter asked people what they thought of the sign, someone replied: "I think how funny it is will probably depend on how long ago you followed the crematorium sign wearing a black tie." When they shared an image of the sign, it was largely greeted with hilarity.
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Among the comments were: "Anyone who doesn't find this funny are the same people that were taken into consideration when the Penmount Hotel in Newquay became Penberthy Care Home. It was thought some wouldn't see the funny side of a building full of older folk sharing the same name as the corporation body furnace.
The McCrispy poster right next to the crematorium entrance
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