Dreaming of bereavement means you are holding back on expressing sadness or mental pain from a tragic event. Unless you come to a point of taking time to grieve properly, you will continue to be troubled with images of bereavement when everyone else affected by the tragic event has already moved on.
Generally, it can symbolize the grief and mourning process related to the loss of a loved one. This could be a recent loss or one that occurred in the past.
For example, a dream about a deceased parent or grandparent may represent feelings of sadness and longing for the person who is no longer present in the dreamer’s life. A dream about the death of a partner or spouse may symbolize feelings of loneliness and isolation. A dream about the death of a child may symbolize feelings of guilt or regret.
It’s also important to note that the cause of the death in the dream can also be significant. For example, a dream about a loved one who died in a car accident may represent feelings of powerlessness or a lack of control in the dreamer’s waking life. A dream about bereavement for a loved one who died of a disease may represent fears or anxieties related to health and illness.
Sometimes expressing weakness is a show of strength when necessary.