Linda Nolan laid to rest in sparkly pink coffin as tearful Coleen joins mourners at funeral #irish

Linda Nolan’s family and friends have paid their respects at a funeral service celebrating her ‘remarkable life’.
The Dublin-born singer and member of The Nolan Sisters died on January 15 at the age of 65 in Blackpool.
She was surrounded by her sisters; Anne, 74, Denise, 72, Maureen, 69, and Coleen, 59, who have shared devastating tributes since her death.
Her funeral has taken place today, with members of the public invited to gather at the church for the service at 10.30am on Saturday at St Paul’s Church in Blackpool, Lancashire.
People applauded as the hearse carrying a pink glittery coffin arrived at the church for the funeral, while her sisters Anne, Maureen, Coleen and Denise walked towards the church with other family members.
Loose Women panellist Coleen wiped a tear from her eye.
Linda Nolan was laid to rest in a glittery pink coffin as her loved ones gathered to say goodbye at her funeral at St. Paul's Church in Blackpool on Saturday.
The singer tragically passed away on January 15 2025 aged 65 following a 20-year breast cancer battle and suffering from double pneumonia.
And Linda's sister Coleen looked emotional as she arrived to say goodbye to her beloved sibling at her 'spiritual' home of Blackpool at the weekend.
The singer, 59, dressed in a furry black coat, was seen wiping away tears as she joined her loved ones to say goodbye to the entertainer.
Coleen was joined by fellow Nolan sisters Maureen, Anne and Denise, who were greeted and clapped by friends and family who lined the walkway as they made their way into the church.
As they waited in the church their sister was carried in seven pall bearers comprised of male members of the Nolan's friends and family.
Hundreds of fans have lined the streets to pay tribute to Linda Nolan as she is laid to rest today, with a tearful Coleen Nolan among family members thanking them for the incredible turnout.
Musician and TV personality Linda died at the age of 65 following a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
Shortly before 10.30am, family members were met with applause from crowds as they entered St Paul's Church in Blackpool. This is the very location where Linda married her late husband Brian Hudson in 1981. He died in 2007.
Linda was carried into the church in a pink sparkly coffin, one of her final wishes ahead of her death.
Stars Shane Richie, Paul Chuckle, Charlotte Dawson and Tommy Cannon were among those filing into the church.
COLEEN Nolan wiped away tears as she arrived at her sister Linda's funeral to say her goodbyes.
The Loose Women star was visibly emotional as her late sibling was carried into St Paul's Church in Blackpool this morning.
She was supported by famous faces attending the funeral - including her ex husband Shane Richie.
Their son Shane Junior was one of the pallbears of the glittery coffin.
Linda's other sisters Anne, Maureen and Denise also walked towards the church with other family members.
Members of the public applauded as the hearse arrived.
The family - who were wearing black with pink ribbons pinned to their outfits - lined the path as the coffin was carried into church.
Linda Nolan was laid to rest on February 1, 2025, in a stunning pink glittery coffin during a heartfelt funeral service at St Paul's Church in Blackpool. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and celebrities, including actor Shane Richie, who expressed his sorrow for the loss of the beloved singer.
Nolan's sisters, including Coleen, were visibly emotional as they walked alongside family members to honor their late sister, who passed away peacefully on January 15 at the age of 65 after a long battle with cancer. Coleen fought back tears during the emotional farewell, while other family members wore black attire accented with pink ribbons and handbags in tribute to Linda's vibrant spirit.
In her eulogy, sister Denise Nolan-Anderson spoke fondly of Linda's love for life and her passion for attending events, stating, "She would have loved all the fuss today." The service featured a floral arrangement atop the coffin and was accompanied by Faith Hill's song "There You'll Be," evoking memories of the joy Linda brought to those around her.
The Nolan family invited fans and supporters to gather outside the church to celebrate Linda's remarkable life. They Palso encouraged donations to Trinity Hospice, which provided exceptional care during Linda's final days. The family expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from around the world as they honored their sister's legacy.

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