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Ray Lewis III has been laid to rest, one week after hissudden death.
A funeral service for the 28-year-old son of NFL Hall of Fame linebackerRay Lewiswas held on Saturday at Calvary Orlando church in Florida, according to posts on social media.
The elder Lewis’ longtime friend, retired Dallas Cowboys starMichael Irvinwas in attendance at the service and shared a photo of programon Instagram, along with a video from the service.
In an acknowledgement on the program, Ray, Tatyana McCall (Ray III’s mother) and the family wrote, “Ray (Ray Ray) Lewis III’s parents and family would like to express our dearest thanks to all of you for the love, support and kind deeds you’ve shown us during the loss of our loved one. Your kindness is deeply appreciated. It is our prayer that God surrounds you with grace, mercy and an overflow of blessings.”
In the caption, Irvin, 57, wrote, “NO FATHER should ever have to bury his son!”
“There is NOT anything, anyone can say to ease this depth of pain. Just know this MY BROTHER, we love you and God has you.”
In the wake of his death, other family members have shared their anguish while memorializing the former standout football player.
His younger brother,Rahsaan Lewis, was among those loved ones who shared the news of his sibling’s death in an emotional Instagram post.
“Really can’t believe I’m evening typings this butRIP big brother🕊 💫,” Rahsaan wrote. “A true angel. I pray you’re at peace now because I know how much you [were] really hurting.”
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Narcotics and alcohol were reportedly present at the scene, and among the items found were an anti-anxiety pill, a used needle and a plastic bag near a beer can, per police.
source: people.com
