Attendance and Legacy
Over 250,000 mourners, including presidents, royalty, and cardinals, attended 's funeral, emphasizing his legacy of caring for migrants, the downtrodden, and the environment.
highlighted Francis's sensitivity to contemporary challenges and his open-heartedness towards everyone, underscoring his efforts to make the Church more inclusive.
Procession and Burial
The coffin was transported to in a popemobile, symbolizing Francis's preference for simplicity and his outreach to the marginalized.
Despite his focus on the less fortunate, world leaders, including and , attended the funeral, reflecting Francis's global influence and the unity of diverse political figures.