What happened to the caciques wives when he died?

When a cacique, or indigenous chief, died, his wives typically faced significant social and personal upheaval. In many cultures, they were often expected to undergo ritual practices, which could include mourning periods, and in some cases, they might have been subjected to practices such as being buried alive alongside their husband or facing social ostracism. The specific customs varied widely among different indigenous groups, but the death of a cacique usually resulted in a reorganization of social and familial dynamics.