It would be helpful to get a more complete history like how long you have been in the US, what is your status, etc Yes you can/need to explain that you returned to your country due to the death of your father-in-law. Unfortunately it still will be a problem because the main reason people are granted asylum is because their life is in danger in their own country. If you are able to return for something like a funeral it proves that you don't feel like you life is at risk in your own country.