D’Angelo was reportedly laid to rest in Virginia on Saturday, November 1, following his death at age 51 from pancreatic cancer on October 14
D’Angelo has reportedly been laid to rest following his death at age 51 from pancreatic cancer.
Huff Post deputy editor Philip Lewis shared a funeral program from D’Angelo’s friend Bill McGee that indicated the musician’s memorial was held on Saturday, November 1, in Henrico, Virginia. According to the handout, Bishop Ralland V. Robinson conducted the service and gave a eulogy for the “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” singer, while Pastor Jamal Bryant delivered a special video message. Stevie Wonder, harpist Brandee Younger and D’Angelo’s former backing back The Soultronics all performed musical selections.
The “celebration of life” program also included a message from D’Angelo’s loved ones: “We wish to express our profound gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of support. … Through music, love and light, Michael D’Angelo’s spirit will shine forever.”
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Questlove, of The Roots, was personally thanked by the family for helping to put together the service. On Thursday, October 30, Questlove penned a powerful tribute to D’Angelo for Rolling Stone, where he admitted he’d been concerned for his friend’s health for more than 25 years.
