Kumanjayi Little Baby to be remembered at funeral service today
Hundreds of members of the Alice Springs community are expected to turn out dressed in pink to mourn Kumanjayi Little Baby at her funeral today.
A funeral for five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby is taking place in Alice Springs today, nearly a month after her body was discovered south of the city. Jefferson Lewis, 47, has been charged with her murder. Kumanjayi's family, deeply involved in their cultural grieving process known as sorry business, have invited the entire Alice Springs community to honor their daughter at a service beginning at 10am ACST.
The ceremony will be held at Alice Springs Garden Cemetery, and it is anticipated that hundreds of residents will attend to mourn the young girl. Kumanjayi was found deceased after volunteers had spent days searching the surrounding bushlands for any sign of her. Her grandfather, Robin Japanangka Granites, has encouraged attendees to don pink, Kumanjayi's favorite color, as a symbol of remembrance.
Despite the sorrow, the family has found strength in the support of the community, which helped in the search and subsequent grieving process. Alice Springs Mayor Asta Hill has expressed optimism that the funeral will serve as a healing experience for the community, acknowledging the day's challenges while highlighting the generosity and unity demonstrated by the residents.
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