(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Family and friends of the Return to Nature Funeral Home victims gathered to celebrate the lives of their loved ones on Friday, Nov. 1. Loved ones gathered at What's Left Records in Colorado Springs on Friday to celebrate and honor the lives of their loved ones for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The event began at 3 p.m., with local band Hell's Circus playing a benefit show for Colorado Remembers. Courtesy: FOX21 News photojournalist Cora MitchellCourtesy: FOX21 News photojournalist Cora MitchellCourtesy: FOX21 News photojournalist Cora Mitchell Other family-friendly activities at the event included storytellers, dancers, crafts, and more. Families were encouraged to bring a photo of their loved ones to place on the Ofrenda, an altar for memories and offerings for the departed souls. "Death is very taboo in our culture, and then when you have something like this happen, alongside that death, then it makes it even harder for our community to talk about," said Crystina Page, Chairperson of Colorado Remembers. "Which means that a lot of the people who are impacted by it don't have that support from the community that they need. So this is a way for us to come out and celebrate our loved ones and honor them, honor their lives, and also feel close to them today." The family event was free but was accepting donations alongside a silent auction and raffle.