Aretha Franklin's gospel roots celebrated at Queen of Soul's funeral
A Detroit church swelled with the sound of gospel music on Friday as family, friends and fans of Aretha Franklin bid rousing farewell to the Queen of Soul at a funeral that featured tributes by former U.S. President Bill Clinton and singer Stevie Wonder.
Stereogum — After a public open casket viewing earlier this week, Aretha Franklin's private funeral service -- dubbed a "Celebration Of Life" -- is happening today at Greater Grace T... more info
Reuters — Hundreds of mourners gathered at a Detroit church on Friday for a music-infused funeral for Aretha Franklin, featuring tributes by former U.S. President Bill Clinton and ... more info
Reuters — A Detroit church swelled with gospel music on Friday for the funeral of Aretha Franklin, driving mourners to their feet to clap and sing ahead of tributes to the queen of... more info
Dlisted — After two days of public viewing (featuring a costume change and a gold casket, no less), today was the day everyone gathered and honored the life of the Queen of Soul at... more info
Reuters — A Detroit church swelled with the sound of gospel music on Friday as family, friends and fans of Aretha Franklin bid rousing farewell to the Queen of Soul at a funeral th... more info
L.A. Times - Entertainment — Though Aretha Franklin’s funeral is a private ceremony for family and friends, fans of the late Queen of Soul can watch it live via TV and livestream starting at 7... more info
USA Today Music — Ariana Grande, Tyler Perry, Bill Clinton, Faith Hill and Jesse Jackson among those speaking and performing at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit
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USA Today Music — Celebrities from every corner of the country have sent flowers to Greater Grace Temple in Detroit for Aretha Franklin's funeral.
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USA Today Music — Bill Clinton is speaking in person at Franklin's funeral, while former president Barack Obama and George W. Bush each sent a letter in honor of the Queen of Soul.
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USA Today Music — Bill Clinton is speaking in person at Franklin's funeral, while former president Barack Obama and George W. Bush each sent a letter in honor of the Queen of Soul.
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USA Today Music — Bill Clinton is speaking in person at Franklin's funeral, while former president Barack Obama and George W. Bush each sent a letter in honor of the Queen of Soul.
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USA Today Music — The California state representative was on hand at Aretha Franklin's funeral at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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L.A. Times - Entertainment — Those who could brought their biggest voices Friday to the Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, where the late Aretha Franklin was remembered by an expansive cast of peers an... more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Those who could brought their biggest voices Friday to the Greater Grace Temple in Detroit, where the late Aretha Franklin was remembered by an expansive cast of peers an... more info
Detroit Free Press — Following funeral services at Greater Grace Temple, Aretha Franklin's procession will follow 7 Mile and Woodward Avenue to Woodlawn Cemetery
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Detroit Free Press — Following funeral services at Greater Grace Temple, Aretha Franklin's procession will reach Woodward Avenue via Eight Mile.
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Detroit Free Press — Following funeral services at Greater Grace Temple, Aretha Franklin's procession will reach Woodward Avenue via Eight Mile.
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Detroit Free Press — Bill Clinton, Jesse Jackson, Smokey Robinson and Isiah Thomas are among the speakers for Aretha Franklin's funeral at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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Detroit Free Press — Bill Clinton, Jesse Jackson, Smokey Robinson and Isiah Thomas are among the speakers for Aretha Franklin's funeral at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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Detroit Free Press — Bill Clinton, Jesse Jackson, Smokey Robinson and Isiah Thomas are among the speakers for Aretha Franklin's funeral at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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Detroit Free Press — Starting about 50 minutes late, the funeral for the legendary Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin is underway at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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Detroit Free Press — Bill Clinton, Jesse Jackson, Smokey Robinson and Isiah Thomas are among the speakers for Aretha Franklin's funeral at Greater Grace Temple in Detroit.
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