In keeping with traditions of his Xhosa tribe , Nelson Mandela was laid to rest on a reed mat on the floor of the grave , as if he had gone to sleep like his ancestors did in generations past . Daughter says that Mandela 's death was a relief after he suffered so much . Archbishop Desmond Tutu has called Mandela 's treatment in his final months ` ` disgraceful '' ' Mandela says she warned doctors about prolonging her husband 's life . But his medical team ` ` treated him with dignity and respect , '' she says .
Daughter says that Mandela 's death was a relief after he suffered so much . Archbishop Desmond Tutu has called Mandela 's treatment in his final months ` ` disgraceful '' ' Mandela says she warned doctors about prolonging her husband 's life . But his medical team ` ` treated him with dignity and respect , '' she says .