Delivery Driver Raises Concerns Over Late-Night Order from Funeral Home

On June 25, a delivery driver expressed frustration over a late-night food order allegedly placed by an employee of the Taishan Funeral Home in Tai'an City. The driver shared an order screenshot showing a delivery request for a cup of ice-cold lemon water, scheduled for delivery by 11:24 PM. The driver urged the funeral home's management to address the behavior, commenting on the inappropriate timing of the order. By June 27, the restaurant confirmed that the order existed but was never picked up and subsequently refunded. According to staff at the Tai'an Funeral Service Center, which operates the funeral home, they are currently investigating whether this incident was a prank or a genuine customer need, with local police involved in the inquiry.

The order details revealed that the delivery was supposed to be made to the southeast gate of the funeral home, with specific instructions provided to go inside upon arrival. However, the order was never claimed, leading to speculation online. Some commenters claimed to work at the funeral home, suggesting it was common to feel hungry during night shifts, leading to problems with order fulfillment, while others advised against placing such orders due to the inherent risks involved in the delivery context. The funeral home itself is situated in a remote area, approximately 500 meters from the nearest residential district, which may have contributed to the lack of available delivery drivers willing to accept the order. In light of the reactions and discussions it sparked on social media, the funeral home acknowledged the situation and is seeking clarity on the matter, which may involve verifying whether the orders were indeed placed by staff or were part of a malicious prank. This incident has raised broader questions around the appropriateness of ordering food in such sensitive settings and whether systems need to be adapted to accommodate night staff's needs responsibly.