Prince Mourned at Private Religious Memorial Service in Minnesota

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by Meredith B. Kile and Emily Krauser
4:45 PM PDT, May 15, 2016

Playing Prince Mourned at Private Religious Memorial Service in Minnesota
Legendary musician Prince was remembered at a private funeral at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on Sunday.

Though the singer was cremated shortly after his death on April 21 at age 57, the private, invite-only event marked a formal laying to rest.

Several celebs attended the private, scripture-driven service, including comedian Sinbad. A source inside the service told ET that the guests consisted mostly of the singer’s friends and congregation, adding that a few of the singer’s family members may also have attended.

“Prince Rogers Nelson was born on June 7, 1958. As a musician his accomplishments speak for themselves and offer undeniable testimony to his artistry and talent,” read the elegant program for the service. “However, he also had a deep interest in spiritual things. In 1996, he began to study the Bible and enjoy warm friendship with Jehovah’s Witnesses. Then, on March 28, 2003, after seven years of Bible study, he symbolized his personal dedication to God and was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses.”

http://www.etonline.com/news/187330_prince_funeral_private_religious_memorial_service_minnesota/

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