MOURNERS gathered to say farewell Tyson Fury's uncle after he was stabbed and killed.
Crowds followed a horse-drawn carriage, and other trailers that contained floral messages for Rico Burton (31), including one spelling his name and another calling Rico "BOYO".
Mourners gathered to say farewell Tyson Fury's cousin
Rico Burton was stabbed last week
A floral display spells Rico's name
One message says "rest in perfect peace"
In the early hours on August 21, Mr Burton was fatally attacked outside a bar at Goose Green in Altrincham (Greater Manchester).
After Burton's death, tributes pour in to him from his cousin Tyson Fury, a boxer who was a heavyweight champion.
In a post on social media, Wythenshawe's two-time world heavyweight champion called for an end of knife crime following the tragic death of his cousin.
Today, Mr Burton's friends and family said goodbye to him during an Urmston service at St Michael's Church.
Photos showed mourners arriving earlier in carriages or trailers to attend the service. One of them was pulled by a horse.
One trailer had a large, white floral arrangement while the other one carried flowers that spell out Burton's name. Many people are expected to attend the service to pay their respects.
Shaun Egan, who was previously the coach at Jimmy Egan’s Boxing Academy, described Mr Burton as "such an nice lad" after his death.
Mr Egan stated that he was an absolute talent. He was a very nice young man, hardworking and had a great sense for humour.
"What has happened is absolutely terrible. He was a wonderful man. It is shocking to hear that he has passed away.
Liam O'Prey (21), of no fixed address has been charged with murder and several other offenses.
On Friday, Mr O'Prey was charged with the murder of Mr Burton at Manchester crown court. Four charges are pending against him in relation to the same incident.
The charges against Mr O'Prey include murder, unlawful wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily injury; possession of a bladed item; namely a knife; as well as possession of cocaine.
He was expected to stand trial in the first quarter of next year.
Police said that a 17-year old was also severely injured in the incident. He received life-saving treatment on the spot.
A horse-drawn carriage was used during the procession
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