Community Corner

Here's Who Is Speaking At John Dingell's Funeral

Former president Bill Clinton and former vice president Joe Biden are two of the featured speakers at this week's services.

DEARBORN -- The public and loved ones of former congressman John Dingell are saying goodbye this week with visitations, mass and services held in Dearborn and Washington.

The list of speakers to honor the longest-serving congressman include a former president, former vice president and local fellow politicians who served alongside of him. They will be recalling his tenure as "The Dean" and sharing his legacy on the nation.

Here's a look at who will be the featured speakers during this week's services:

Find out what's happening in Dearbornfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

At Tuesday’s service in Michigan, speakers will include:

  • The Honorable Joseph R. Biden Jr.
  • The Honorable John Lewis
  • The Honorable Fred Upton

Pallbearers at Tuesday’s service will include former staff of Dingell.

Find out what's happening in Dearbornfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

At Thursday’s service in Washington, speakers will include:

  • The Honorable Bill Clinton
  • The Honorable Steny Hoyer
  • The Honorable John Boehner

Pallbearers at Thursday’s service will include former members of Congress and colleagues of Dingell.

Photo via Associated Press/Susan Walsh

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.