A memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II was held at the Anglican Cathedral in St. John’s this afternoon.
The feel outside the cathedral was quiet and somber, with the only sound coming from the wind through the trees and cars passing by.
A portion of Gower Street was closed, with the honour guard lining the streets and standing at attention. At the other end of the church, members of the clergy lined the steps waiting to enter for the service.
Inside, dignitaries and members of the public gathered to pay their final respects to the Queen.
Lieutenant Governor Judy Foote and Premier Andrew Furey were among those who spoke at the service.
The scene outside the Anglican Cathedral right now as a service for Queen Elizabeth II will soon begin @VOCMNEWS pic.twitter.com/ZtOXmJKziw
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Furey remembered the numerous times his father met the Queen, noting her sense of humour and wit. Furey says the outpouring of support shows just how much love and respect there is for the Queen, noting her ability to “unite people with calm, and with grace.”
Premier Andrew Furey called it an honour to pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Lieutenant Governor Judy Foote says the world remains in awe of the Queen’s 70 years of service.
She called Her Majesty’s duty to service steadfast. She referenced the last photograph taken of the Queen recognizing the new Prime Minister Liz Truss just two days before she passed away, recognizing that as another example of service before self.
