PM Marape and Mrs Marape arrive at Rev. Sioni Kami Memorial Church for the funeral service.-Pictures by PM’s Official Photographer EKAR KEAPU
A fullhouse congregation in the chapel.
Son Dr James Morauta and widow Roslyn Morauta surrounded by family members from Gulf Province.
Former Prime Ministers Right Hon. Pais Wingti and Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare, PM Marape and Mrs Marape, and Lady Dadae and Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae in the front bench.
Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare and PM Marape in the chapel.
The flag-draped casket of Sir Mekere is carried into the church on a floor covered by traditional mats from his beloved Gulf Province.
Showing respect for a great leader
PM Marape delivers his address to the congregation.
Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae and Lady Dadae lay their wreaths.PM Marape and Mrs Marape lay their wreaths.Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare comforts Lady Roslyn Morauta.Sir Mekere is laid to rest on Independence Hill.
Mrs Marape, PM Marape, Dr James Morauta and Lady Roslyn Morauta watch as the casket of Sir Mekere Morauta is lowered .
Dr James Morauta and Lady Roslyn Morauta farewell Sir Mekere Morauta.
Mrs Marape and PM Marape farewell Sir Mekere.
PM Marape and Lady Roslyn Morauta share a moment of reflection after the burial of Sir Mekere.
