News of Sir Edmund Hillary’s death has prompted worldwide media attention and countless tributes – Even the Queen of England has sent a personal message to the family. Now the New Zealand government has a special plan to honour its famous adventurer: a State funeral.
According to a recent article on Radio New Zealand News, the details have not been officially set, the Hillary family has accepted the offer and the government plans to honour their wishes in the planning.
The funeral is set for January 22 at St Mary's. Hillary's body will lie in state at Holy Trinity Cathedral. Books of condolences are available for people to sign at the New Zealand Parliament.
Hillary is perhaps best known for his conquest of Mount Everest, but he was also an author and activist among his numerous achievements.For more information, read the news item from Radio New Zealand.
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