Euthanasia

Euthanasia is the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, such as in the cases of prolonged terminal diseases where death would be a suitable alternative to having the family endure the hardship of comforting their loved one.

Empath: The Luckiest Smurf stories
In the EMPATH: The Luckiest Smurf story series, euthanasia is considered a touchy subject among the Smurfs, as they cherish the value of life while also acknowledging that death is a part of life. It is usually, if not always, administered to Smurfs who are so far gone in their health that the only thing left to bring them comfort is a peaceful end. Tapper, who hates to see a Smurf or any being take their own life before its time, nevertheless admits that there are times when he must prepare that Smurf or being for the life to come after death.