George Floyd Memorial Service — PICS

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Elissa Anderson

June 9, 2020 5:00PM EDT

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George Floyd Memorials — Pics

George Floyd Memorials — Pics — Family, friends, and loved ones bid farewell to George Perry Floyd with three memorial services. The first memorial service took place on June 4 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the town that the Houston, Texas native called home at the time of his death on May 25, 2020. George died while being arrested by four officers – Derek Chauvin, Thomas Lane, Tou Thao, and J. Alexander Keung. The video of the arrest, capturing Officer Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck in the last seconds of the black man’s life, went viral and triggered massive protests across the United States.

During the first service, taking place at the Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Grey approached the casket containing George’s body. The leader broke down crying. The service also featured civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, Martin Luther King III, and actor Kevin Hart. Rev. Al Sharpton was tasked with delivering the eulogy during this first service.

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Al Sharpton Eulogizes George Floyd

Al Sharpton Eulogizes George Floyd — Reverend Al Sharpton delivered a beautiful eulogy for George Floyd at his funeral in Houston. Sharpton demanded justice for Floyd and asked for the NFL to give Colin Kaepernick his job back.

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George Floyd Funeral in Houston, USA – 09 Jun 2020

George Floyd Funeral in Houston, USA – 09 Jun 2020 — Roxie Washington holds Gianna Floyd, the daughter of George Floyd as they attend the funeral service for George Floyd at the Fountain of Praise church in Houston on June 9, 2020. Roxie embraced Gianna during the service.

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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee speaks with Roxie Washington

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee speaks with Roxie Washington — Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, speaks with Roxie Washington and Gianna Floyd, the daughter of George Floyd during the funeral service for George Floyd at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston. It was an emotional moment.

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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner — Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner hands the family a proclomation as family and guests attend the funeral service for George Floyd at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston. Many wore white to the somber service.

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Rev. Al Sharpton arrives for George Floyd’s funeral

Rev. Al Sharpton arrives for George Floyd’s funeral — The Rev. Al Sharpton arrives for George Floyd’s funeral at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston on June 9. He gave an impassioned eulogy.

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Actor Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx

Actor Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx — Actor Channing Tatum, back left, sits with actor Jamie Foxx during the funeral service for George Floyd at the Fountain of Praise church in Houston on June 9. The two wore white and face masks.

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George Floyd Funeral

George Floyd Funeral — The casket of George Floyd is placed in the chapel during a funeral service for Floyd at the Fountain of Praise church, Tuesday, June 9, 2020, in Houston. Many became emotional as they walked in on the emotional scene.

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Family of George Floyd at the June 9 funeral service

Family of George Floyd at the June 9 funeral service — Family and guests attend the funeral service for George Floyd at The Fountain of Praise church in Houston on June 9. It was a somber occasion and an emotional day.

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A Child Mourns George Floyd

A Child Mourns George Floyd — Guests arrive at a public visitation for George Floyd at the Fountain of Praise Church on in Houston on June 8. A child mourns the loss of George Floyd.

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George Floyd Memorials, Houston, United States – 08 Jun 2020

George Floyd Memorials, Houston, United States – 08 Jun 2020 — Protestors fight for justice outside George Floyd’s public memorial in Houston on June 8. They carried signs that shwed a beautiful painting of Floyd, and encouraged people to vote.

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Mourners Echo George Floyd’s Last Words in Houston

Mourners Echo George Floyd’s Last Words in Houston — Guests arrive at George Floyd’s memorial in Houston wearing t-shirts emblazoned with his last words: “I can’t breathe”. Some also wore Black Lives Matter masks.

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Children Mourn George Floyd in Houston

Children Mourn George Floyd in Houston — Children wearing face masks and gloves line up to pay respects to George Floyd at his Houston memorial. They carried flowers with them to the service.

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Poignant Artwork of George Floyd in Houston

Poignant Artwork of George Floyd in Houston — Guest line up for visitation for George Floyd at the Fountain of Praise Church on in Houston
George Floyd Memorials, Houston, United States – 08 Jun 2020

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George Floyd Mourner at His Houston Memorial

George Floyd Mourner at His Houston Memorial — Guests arrive at a public visitation for George Floyd on at the Fountain of Praise Church in Houston
George Floyd Memorials, Houston, United States – 08 Jun 2020

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — People pay their respects during the George Floyd Memorial at R.L Douglas Cape Fear Conference B – The United American Free Will Baptist Denomination in Raeford, North Carolina. Portraits and photos of him were seen throughout the location.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — The casket carrying the body of George Floyd is brought inside for his memorial services. It was surrounded by a beautiful display of roses.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — People pay their respects during the memorial in Raeford. Many were seen wearing protective face gear amid the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — A quilt baring the face of George was seen at the service. Protests have been happening across the world for weeks now as a result of his death.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — A general view inside the church ahead of George Floyd’s memorial services. A private service for family is set to take place later on in the day.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — The casket carrying the body of George Floyd is brought inside for his memorial services. Several people were seen gathering outside prior to it beginning.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — 2 men are seen carrying George’s casket inside. His passing has sparked outrage from many celebrities including Jay-Z, Beyonce and more who are demanding justice for him and many others over their deaths.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — People pay their respects during the George Floyd Memorial. Some were seen wearing ‘I Can’t Breathe’ shirts which is associated for both George and Eric Garner who choked to death as a result of excessive force by white police officers during their individual arrests.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — Crowds gather inside George Floyd’s memorial service. President Donald Trump has been immensely criticized over how he’s responded to his passing.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — Stars like Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish have categorically slammed how he’s handled the situation. The ‘Born This Way’ singer branded him a ‘fool’ and ‘racist’ in one of her recent Instagram posts.

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George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina

George Floyd Memorial in Raeford, North Carolina — Others who have criticized Trump’s behavior after George’s death include rapper Snoop Dogg. He called him a ‘punk’ and vowed to vote for the first time ever in order to get him out of office.

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Stephen Jackson arrives at memorial for George Floyd

Stephen Jackson arrives at memorial for George Floyd — Former NBA player Stephen Jackson arrives in Minneapolis, MN before a memorial service for George Floyd on June 4. He wore a hoodie with the message, “Love for all who have love for all.”

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Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey attends service for George Floyd

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey attends service for George Floyd — Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and First Lady Sarah Clarke pause before George Floyd’s casket. The four officers involved in Geroge Floyd’s death were fired from the Minneapolis Police Department. A week after George’s death, charges were levied against all four of them.

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A large crowd gathers outside of George Floyd’s funeral

A large crowd gathers outside of George Floyd’s funeral — George Floyd’s death — along with the killings of Tony McDade, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery — sparked protests in all 50 states across America. Here, hundreds of people fill the streets outside Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University before George’s memorial.

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Rev. Jesse Jackson attends George Floyd’s memorial

Rev. Jesse Jackson attends George Floyd’s memorial — Rev. Jesse Jackson speaks with others in the Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University. Rev. Jackson was one of many prominent community leaders attending George Floyd’s service on June 4 in Minneapolis, MN.

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Minnesota Vikings’ Tajae Sharpe arrives at George Floyd’s memorial

Minnesota Vikings’ Tajae Sharpe arrives at George Floyd’s memorial — Minnesota Vikings receiver Tajae Sharpe arrives before a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis on June 4, 2020. The NFL pro was one of many high profile attendees at the historic event.

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George Floyd’s memorial in Minneapolis

George Floyd’s memorial in Minneapolis — Guests gather at North Central University, before a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis on June 4. The emotional service was attended by many high profile members of the Black community.

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George Floyd’s memprial

George Floyd’s memprial — Guests gather at North Central University, before a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis. A street mural with George Floyd’s face is shown on a screen at the service.

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George Floyd’s memorial

George Floyd’s memorial — NFL star Tajae Sharpe arrives before a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis. He could be seen talking on his cell phone as he approached the venue.

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George Floyd’s memorial

George Floyd’s memorial — Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., center sits among guests at North Central University, before a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis. “I cannot tell you how important it is to get justice for George Floyd and for his family. That’s the No. 1 focus in our state right now,” she said to NPR shortly after the death of Floyd, who was an unarmed Black man.

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Al Sharpton speaks at George Floyd’s funeral

Al Sharpton speaks at George Floyd’s funeral — The Rev. Al Sharpton speaks at a memorial service for, George Floyd at North Central University, in Minneapolis
George Floyd Memorial, Minneapolis, United States – 04 Jun 2020

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George Floyd’s brother Philonise speaks at his memorial

George Floyd’s brother Philonise speaks at his memorial — Philonise Floyd speaks at a memorial service for his brother, George Floyd at North Central University, in Minneapolis. “George, he was like a general,” he said on stage. “Every day he would walk outside there would be a line of people wanting to greet him…. He was powerful, man. He had a way with words…. Everybody loved George.”

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Rev. Al Sharpton is seen with Eric Garner’s mother

Rev. Al Sharpton is seen with Eric Garner’s mother — Eric Garner’s mother Gwen Carr, left in a white suiit, joins the Rev. Al Sharpton and comedian Tiffany Haddish on stage for a poignant 8 minutes, 46 seconds of silence during a memorial service for George Floyd — the same amount of time that fired and charged officer Derek Chauvin knelt on George Floyd’s neck.

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Rev. Jesse Jackson attends George Floyd’s memorial

Rev. Jesse Jackson attends George Floyd’s memorial — The Rev. Jesse Jackson talks with others in at North Central University ahead of a memorial service for George Floyd in Minneapolis. Al Sharpton and Tiffany Haddish were also present.

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Crowds outside of George Floyd’s memorial

Crowds outside of George Floyd’s memorial — People gather outside Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University after a memorial service for George Floyd, in Minneapolis. Various people could be seen holding signs with George Floyd’s name and image.

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George Floyd’s memorial

George Floyd’s memorial — The casket carrying the body of George Floyd is removed from Frank J. Lindquist Sanctuary at North Central University after a memorial service in Minneapolis. Celebrities, civil rights activists, politicians and family members attended the memorial.

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Attendees are seen inside George Floyd’s memorial

Attendees are seen inside George Floyd’s memorial — Shareeduh Tate, second from left, reacts during an 8:46 pause during a memorial service for George Floyd at North Central University, in Minneapolis. The event was attended by high profile members of the Black community, including civil rights leaders, athletes and celebrities.

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