Lonnie Walker finds work as a mourner for hire, standing in at funerals for the recently deceased who have trouble filling out the pews. While at the funeral for a grandmother, Florie, he is confronted by the local priest, Jared, who questions whether his job is a moral one. In the midst of an existential crisis, Lonnie meets Natalie, the granddaughter of the deceased. He gives her a fake name and backstory as they hit it off, comforting her as she prepares to deliver the eulogy. At the ceremony, Natalie delivers a heartfelt eulogy, highlighting her openness and honesty as Lonnie questions his direction in life as he bursts into tears. In the midst of an emotional epiphany, Lonnie interrupts the wedding and comes clean, confessing to having been hired by Natalie's father and his affection for Natalie. The funeral ruined, Natalie storms out and chastises Lonnie for his deception. Rejected and tired of lying to people, Lonnie takes advice from Jared and embarks on a new career as a groomsman for hire.