The praying of the Novena is a common practice throughout Latin America, where the primary religion is Catholic Christianity. The Novena is an exercise of devotion that is practiced during the 9 days following the death of a loved one. It can be either nine days in a row or during, for example, nine Friday in a row. You have all the information in: «Customs and behaviors in the face of death in Latin America«.
You have all the information in: "Customs and behaviors in the face of death in Latin America".