The funeral. thread with no unkindness

Excellent address by Bishop of London. I always feel a good funeral should include the opportunity for a fond recollection and a little smile. Loved the anecdote about the duck paté. I get the feeling he was her sort of clergyman - and they understood each other well.
Not having seen many former politicians for a foew years somewhat shocked at how faded they look - Hezza, Hurd, Weatherill and others.

j08 r u related to Richard Dimbleby?

We know what emeritus means now. #pope

In the midst of life we are in death.

"May angels lead you into Paradise"

Sweet voices

that view looking down is stunning.

She's not old enough to be a rev!

Ooh my favourite. Going to sing!

You're doing a wonderful commentary, jingle.

I think I can hear you jing

The man with the beard, singing with his mouth as wide open as it will go....It's not Brian Blessed is it?

"I've heard of long ago............"

A safe lodging, a holy rest, and peace at the last.

Most beautiful prayer in the world?

Not sure merlot he does seem to get everywhere.

Yes jing I think it is.

Down those steps could be dodgy

How nerve racking for the bearers.

Harder for those with the wide end

......depart in peace

Nearly done now dear old queen. #anotherjobwelldone

Sweet sound of church bells

Hang on tight boys for God's sake

Indeed jing very well done.

Policewoman had a quick look round.

Carol Thatcher's OH is a nice looking man. I don't think I've seen him before.