First off, excellent user name. Villains in 2 days! (heard it already though)

Second, I got married almost a year ago. My wife and I did it for as cheap as we could while still having an awesome party for 80 people. Moissanite engagement ring, made the decor ourselves, she went with the $800 dollar dress instead of the $3000 dollar one that she liked slightly more. Didn't pay for any alcohol, but the food was incredible. My friends band played music for a couple hours and then we just put a playlist on after that. One thing we both agreed not to skimp on was the photographer. All in all the cost of the entire thing, minus what we got in gifts was probably only 5 grand or so. I think it was worth it.

Third, my dad passed away in May. We paid the minimum amount for a wooden box/cremation, and then my mom had a quick memorial at the church they got married at. People got up told stories about my dad. She bought some cookies, veggie platters, and beverages for after. It was perfect. Exactly how I want mine to go. Don't waste money on it.