The family of British music icon David Bowie says they’re planning a private funeral.
His family’s posted a note on his websites as well as his social media pages.
Titled ”Thank you,”’ the Facebook posting says ”The family of David Bowie is currently making arrangements for a private ceremony celebrating the memory of their beloved husband, father and friend. They ask once again that their privacy be respected at this most sensitive of times.”
The family goes on to say, ”we are overwhelmed by and grateful for the love and support shown throughout the world.”
Bowie died last Sunday at 69 after battling cancer for 18 months.