Shane Warne has been taken by his grieving family to complete his last lap at his St Kilda football ground, while his closest friends watched from the stands.
As the coffin of the deceased 52-year-old was being driven by a hearse in the circle after her intimate funeral, ‘The Time of My Life” from Dirty Dancing’, an 80s classic, played in the background.
Jackson, Warne’s young son, hugged and kissed his father in an emotional scene. The coffin was covered in a St Kilda Saints scarf.
The outdoor portion of the service featured two other songs: Fix You by Coldplay, and, finally, simply The Best by Tina Turner, when Warne was taken away.
Coldplay sings the emotional lyrics: “Lights will Guide You Home” and “Tears stream down Your Face When you Lose Something You Can’t Replace”.
The name Simply The Best is fitting for an Australian icon who has been called “irreplaceable” many times.
Summer Warne was Warne’s youngest child and was crying as the ceremony came to an end. Brooke, his oldest daughter, wore sunglasses throughout the processsion.
Jackson Warne, Warne’s brother Jason (third left back), help to carry Warne the coffin. Brooke Summer watches on as Summer and Summer continue Sunday’s service.
Pictured: Shane Warne’s private funeral at St Kilda football club and Moorabbin Park on Sunday, April 26th.
Jackson Warne, his son, made one lap on the oval. In a sad final goodbye to his dad Jackson, Jackson kissed the coffin.
Summer Warne placed a kiss after the moving processional that followed the ceremony in the coffin of her father.
Brooke Warne, Warne’s oldest child is seen at the grounds
Summer Warne’s youngest daughter was crying as the funeral service came to an end. Mark Howard and Merv Hughes were among those who watched.
Warne’s coffin, draped with two St Kilda Saints scarves (his favourite AFL team), was taken away by a hearse
Simone Callahan’s ex-wife Shane Warne (center) raises her glass to guests at the service
For the final goodbye of the cricket icon, the guests were required to place their Saints scarves on their heads.
Jackson and Warne were comforted as their fathers left the oval at the end of the funeral procession.
For one final goodbye, the guests were directed to place their Saints scarfs on their heads.
The crowd cheered as Eddie McGuire, close friend, and television personality, spoke of “To Warnie”,
McGuire was the host of the ceremony.
Merv Hughes and Michael Clarke were also present. The pop superstar was comforted as she entered the clubhouse by a friend.
Jackson, 22, proved yet again that he was prepared to step up for his family in his father’s absence as he led his sisters Brooke, 24, and Summer, 20, to a waiting chauffeur and liaised with security at St Kilda Football Club where the funeral was held.
Jackson, with his black tailored suit and long blonde hair looked like his father. He also held a golf ball and helped his sisters get into their car.
Warne loved to golf and traveled the world with his friends to compete in competitive and friendly matches.
Bridgette Warne, Shane Warne’s mom, raises a glass for the guests after a Melbourne funeral.
The procession made its way through the St Kilda circle after the official funeral.
The hearse was accompanied by family members who walked in front of it for a slow lap around the oval, to listen to Warne sing three songs.
Bridgette Warne finishes her lap around the oval by touching the coffin of her husband, John.
Jackson, with his long hair in a dark brown and his tailored suit and black coat was a perfect representation of his father. He also clutched his golf clubs and helped his sisters to their cars ahead of the funeral.
Simone Callahan and her family were in a dark mood as they made last preparations for Warne’s departure.
Brooke Jackson and Summer arrive in St Kilda Football Club, where they are welcomed by mourners
Simone, Warne’s ex-wife (pictured), only left her home briefly to see her children. The private service started at 11:00 am. Through a backdoor, she slipped in to the service.
Sam Newman looks on the brink of tears while surrounded by his friends outside Warne’s funeral on Sunday morning.
Fox Footy colleague Warne – ex-cricketer Brendon Julian, and Fox Footy host Mark Howard – arrive Sunday morning
Sam Newman meets Merv Hughes just before Warne’s funeral on Sunday morning
Simone Warne, Warne’s ex-wife, was briefly absent from Warne’s house to be with her children.
His mother, Bridgette Warne, and Keith went on a morning walk with a friend before the funeral.
To protect the loved ones of those who were grieving, security guards and police officers were placed around the St Kilda football club’s perimeter. The service was attended by approximately 80 Warne’s closest and most dearest.
Around 10.30 am, guests began to arrive at the clubhouse. Simone, however, entered via a back entry and welcomed her immediate family in a separate area.
McGuire made a live crossing to Channel 9 and then went inside. McGuire spoke about Warne’s cheerful and positive nature and said he loved his life and was happy to be a friend of The Footy Show.
“The reason he was loved so much is that he wasn’t perfect, he just happened to be Superman. McGuire spoke in an emotional tribute at the service’s front, stating that he did all the things he had hoped to do as a child.
Photo: Shane Warne’s coffin following the funeral
Australian Cricket Captain and Good Friend of Warne, Michael Clarke arrived at the ceremony
Eddie McGuire will attend Warne’s private funeral Sunday. Proceedings will be hosted at the Fox Footy Present
McGuire stated that it was appropriate the funeral was held at St Kilda Football Club because Warne is passionate about the club and football.
Merv Hughes, an ex-cricketer great, meets a friend at Warne’s private burial on Sunday
Glenn McGrath, an ex-Australian cricketer arrives in Melbourne for a private service to remember Shane Warne, the Australian cricket legend.
Melbourne’s park is usually open for children to use, even when games are cancelled. However, the fortress has been surrounded with security officers and blue-clad police officers. Pictured left to right: Lloyd Williams, who built Crown Casino Melbourne. He is accompanied by Keith Warne, Keith’s father.
Sam Newman and Campbell Brown, an ex-AFL star, embrace a woman
“The best thing about Shane Warne is that he scattered his gold dust wherever he went.
McGuire noted Warne’s notorious eating habits and reflected on his unapologetic personality.
“He wasn’t a hermit. He invited his friends to everything. He used to order pizza from Michelin-starred restaurants.
McGuire stated that it was appropriate the funeral was at St Kilda Football Club because Warne was passionate about the club and football.
“He was able to walk among kings but didn’t forget those who strolled the streets in Melbourne.
AFL-fans young and old watched as their parents and friends walked through the mesh gates to see their loved ones.
Before entering the St Kilda football club HQ to attend Warne’s funeral, Sam Newman talks with Merv Hughes
Before he entered as a guest, Eddie McGuire, the 52-year old’s good friend gave a live crossover to Channel 9 and Warne spoke of his jovial personality. His jovial, happy-go-lucky personality was what Warne spoke about. He also noted that he was a friend of The Footy Show and enjoyed his work.
As Dannii Minogue made her way into the service, she was comforted and supported by close friends
Eddie Mcguire, Allan Border’s former test captain and Merv Hughes, a former fast bowler, walk to Warne’s funeral at St Kilda FC Club HQ
Sam Newman (AFL Legend) also attended.
I am attending and honored to be invited. Newman earlier stated that, “Like all funerals, I believe it’s going be a sad affair and emotive.”
“This shocked everyone that was familiar with Shane, and those who were close to him.
Friends from cricket came together to pay their respects. Former England captain Michael Vaughan flew in for the private burial.
Vaughan stated that he doesn’t believe it is just Shane’s friends. Back in the UK, I have had many people come up to me and say this: “He was just an amazing, great guy.”
“Anyone who likes to enjoy a few beers, celebrate life.
“The British public think he is one of us.”
Bridgette, Warne’s mother, and Keith (his father) took a stroll in the early morning sun with a friend.
Bridgette Warne (and her friend)
Jackson presented a David Jones bag and a David Jones bag as he arrived to the site of his father’s funeral Sunday morning.
During the emotional service, guests hugged one another.
Comedian and actor Glenn Robbins looks downcast as he arrived for Warne’s funeral
Glenn McGrath and Darren Berry were also present as well as Australian players Michael Clarke, Glenn McGrath and Glenn Maxwell.
Warne’s former fiancée, actress Elizabeth Hurley was expected to fly out from the UK but revealed overnight she would not be able to attend.
She wrote, “My heart breaks that Shane isn’t here tomorrow,” in an Instagram message.
“I was filming last evening and with the time jump couldn’t physically get there.
She uploaded photos from the engagement and stated that it had not yet sink in that she’d lost him.
“It is too unfair that those who loved him would never get another Lion hug. But our memories will last forever. With all my love, Lionheart.
Liz Hurley stated that she was unable to attend Warne’s funeral because of filming obligations in the UK
Jackson carried a golf ball presumably belonging to his father before his death.
This was one of Shane Warne’s last photos taken just hours before he died at his luxury resort on Koh Samui
On March 30, a second funeral at the MCG will take place for up to 100,000 people.
Scott Morrison, Prime Minister of Canada has indicated that he will be attending the public service on the evening after the Federal Budget is passed.
Chris Martin from Coldplay and Ed Sheeran will send out video messages for big screen playback.
Tickets will be available soon for the live streaming of the state memorial.
Participants who wish to be there can enter the public ballot to win one of 50,000. More tickets may become available, depending on demand.
After suffering a cardiac attack, Warne found himself unresponsive at his villa in Samujana, Thailand’s Samujana resort, around 5:45pm Friday March 4.
Andrew Neophitou was Warne’s friend and performed CPR until first responders arrived. However, they were unable to save Warne.
Brooke Warne, Summer and Jackson Warne were pictured together in London as they paid tribute to their father.
After Warne’s sudden death on March 4, police investigators were pictured talking with Warne’s friends. After Warne’s sudden death at his villa on March 4, police investigators were pictured talking with Warne’s friends.