The funeral service was mostly a time for people to come together, but there were also some sad and controversial moments. Erika Kirk said...
The funeral service was mostly a time for people to come together, but there were also some sad and controversial moments. Erika Kirk said that she now wears the bloody necklace that was ripped from her late husband's neck in the terrible accident that killed him. Many people in the crowd were moved by what she said, and the pendant became a sign of both loss and strength.
At the same time, the service had a scare when a man was caught outside the stadium for pretending to be a police officer and carrying weapons. The incident showed how emotional and worried people were about safety at the funeral, which is another reason why extra steps were taken.
After the service, there were arguments about how to show sadness in public, like flying flags at half-mast. Some thought it was a fitting tribute, while others thought it was turning grief into a political issue. Even though there were problems, the monument was a strong reminder of how Kirk changed American society in a way that can't be denied.