In Death Becomes Her , Madeline and Helen attend Ernest 's funeral , in 2029 .
After Lisle banishes Madeline and Helen from her group , the pair realize that they must now rely on each other for companionship and maintenance.37 years later , Madeline and Helen attend Ernest 's funeral , where he is eulogized as having lived an adventurous and fulfilling life with a large family and friends .
Death Becomes Her