A private funeral was held for D’Angelo over the weekend. The service was held on Saturday, November 1 in the late singer/songwriter’s hometown of Richmond, Virginia.
Stevie Wonder, Ms. Lauryn Hill and DJ Premier were among those in attendance.
MSN.com reported that Wonder and D’Angelo’s former bands, The Soultronics and The Vanguard, performed musical tributes during the celebration of life service. The Grammy-winning artist sang “If It’s Magic,” “The Lord’s Prayer,” along with accompaniment from harpist Brandee Younger, and “As” with the bands.
The intimate service – described as a family-centered gathering – was said to have included a private viewing followed by a burial ceremony.
“Through music, love, and light, Michael D’Angelo Archer’s spirit will shine forever,” the funeral program read.
The soul crooner passed away on October 14 after a bout with pancreatic cancer. He was 51.
Sources told Allhiphop.com that fans will have their chance to pay respects at a public memorial planned for next year.