Singer Linda Nolan, who tragically passed away at 65 after a 20-year battle with breast cancer, was laid to rest in a glittery pink coffin at St. Paul's Church in Blackpool on Saturday. Her sister Coleen, along with fellow Nolan sisters Maureen, Anne, and Denise, were among the mourners who gathered to celebrate Linda's life and pay their respects.
Linda Nolan was laid to rest in a glittery pink coffin on Saturday at St. Paul's Church in Blackpool , surrounded by loved ones who gathered to say goodbye. The beloved singer tragically passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 65 after a courageous 20-year battle with breast cancer and suffering from double pneumonia. Her sister, Coleen, looked visibly emotional as she arrived at the 'spiritual' home of Blackpool to bid farewell to her cherished sibling.
Dressed in a furry black coat, the 59-year-old singer wiped away tears as she joined family and friends to celebrate Linda's life. Coleen was joined by fellow Nolan sisters Maureen, Anne, and Denise, who received warm greetings and applause from the attendees lining the walkway as they entered the church. \Linda's coffin, chosen by her before her passing, was carried in by seven pallbearers, comprised of male members of the Nolan family and friends. As mourners waited inside the church, the order of service, featuring an image of Linda and her husband Brian alongside a heartfelt poem, was held by attendees. Denise, who shared a home with Linda in Blackpool during the last years of her life and accompanied her to the hospital before her death, delivered a moving eulogy. \Denise recounted the family's affectionate nickname for Linda, 'Auntie Ginda,' born from her fondness for a gin or two. She described Linda as the 'life and soul of the party,' whose unique sense of humor could light up any room. Denise emphasized Linda's unwavering spirit, her refusal to let cancer define her. She spoke about the challenges Linda faced, including hair loss and a period of isolation during the Covid-19 pandemic, but highlighted her strength and resilience. Denise concluded her eulogy with a poignant message: 'It's time to rest now Linda, the battle is over you are free.' The eulogy was followed by a soulful rendition of Linda's chosen song, 'When It's Over.
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