The late British famous scientist Stephen Hawking’s children announced on Tuesday that the funeral of Hawking will be held at Cambridge University on the 31st of this month. In addition, there is news that Hawkin's ashes will be placed in Westminster Abbey in London later this year, with the famous scientists Newton, Darwin and other rest.
Malaysia’s “Oriental Daily” reported on March 21st that Hawking’s children stated in a statement that he chose to hold his father’s funeral in Cambridge to reflect “Howard’s love of the city and the city’s love for him”. .
Cambridge is a famous university town and home to the University of Cambridge. The statement stated: "Our father had lived and worked in Cambridge for more than 50 years. He is an integral and highly recognizable part of this university and city. Therefore, we decided to hold his funeral in Cambridge."
The statement said that because Hawking’s achievements have affected the general public, the funeral will be “inclusive and traditional, reflecting the breadth and richness of Hawking’s life.”
Hodgin’s funeral will be held on the 31st at St. Mary’s Church near Cambridge’s Gonville-Caews College. Hawking spent most of his scientific career at Gonville-Caews College. After the funeral, a private commemorative event will be held at Trinity College, Cambridge University, where only family, friends and colleagues will participate.
Since Hawking passed away on March 14th, thousands of people have come to Cambridge to commemorate Hawking's signature book. The signature book on the Internet also has a lot of messages from people around the world.
