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And if you were wondering why her shirt was torn:
“Kriah is performed by the child, parent, spouse and sibling of the deceased. It is usually done at the funeral home before the funeral service begins. A cut is made on the left side of the clothing for parents — over the heart — and on the right side for all other relatives. The torn garment or ribbon is worn during the seven days of shiva”
https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/the-basics-of-kriah-or-tearing-a-piece-of-clothing/