Death brings changes, of course by definition, life has reached its final conclusion. Death impacts emotions on others by the departing of someone close, creates hurt. Death brings release for those concerned as well as mixed memories, inciting emotions.
Emotions sad or glad are just that, feelings to be relished, enjoyed and celebrated. Emotions are feelings that are felt all at once or at a time, in the human condition. Emotions are the glue that binds us individuals to each other to share our angst.