Tragic Passing of Benjamin Keough

Lisa Marie Presley’s life was shrouded in unimaginable grief following the tragic passing of her son, Benjamin Keough. In her posthumously released memoir, completed by her daughter Riley Keough after Lisa Marie's own death in early 2023, it was revealed that Lisa Marie made the shocking decision to keep Benjamin’s body at home for an agonizing two months.

Struggles of a Grieving Mother

In the memoir titled "From Here to the Great Unknown," Lisa Marie candidly expressed her struggle to navigate the depths of her sorrow. She initially found it unbearable to say goodbye to her beloved son, opting to fight for her other children — including her twin daughters, Harper and Finley Lockwood, who are now 16 years old. The emotional toll was compounded by her decision about where to lay Benjamin to rest. Ultimately, she grappled with the choice between burying him in tranquil Hawaii or at the family estate, Graceland, in Tennessee, where her father, the legendary Elvis Presley, is interred.

Keeping Benjamin’s Body at Home

During this haunting time, California’s lack of strict burial laws allowed Lisa Marie the heart-wrenching option to keep Benjamin’s body in a separate casita at her home in Calabasas. A compassionate funeral home director facilitated this process, ensuring that Benjamin was brought to her in a respectful manner. In a bid to preserve his body, Lisa Marie maintained the temperature of her home at a chilly 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

A Unique Grief

She acknowledged the strangeness of her choice, saying, “I think it would scare the living f***ing piss out of anybody else to have their son there like that. But not me.” This poignant statement underscores the unique nature of her grief and the bonds of motherhood that can often defy conventional understanding.

A Tribute to Benjamin

In a profound tribute to her son, Lisa Marie, alongside Riley, chose to get matching tattoos in memory of Benjamin. Their shared act of commemoration reflects a family deeply intertwined in love and loss.

Benjamin’s Final Resting Place

Benjamin Keough's untimely death by suicide in 2020 sent shockwaves through the family and the public. In the end, he was laid to rest at Graceland, beside his grandfather, Elvis Presley, and Lisa Marie would later join him in eternal rest.

Conclusion: Love and Loss

This heart-wrenching chapter of Lisa Marie's life reveals not just the depths of her love for her son, but also the broader struggles many face with grief, loss, and the quest for peace in the wake of such devastating tragedy.