London: Thousands of mourners gathered at a British cathedral on Thursday to celebrate the life of a teenager who raised millions of pounds for cancer charities after people worldwide became absorbed by his "bucket list".
Stephen Sutton, 19, died on May 14 after being diagnosed with terminal cancer four years ago.
But his refusal to allow the disease to prevent him from fulfilling a 'bucket list' of wishes won him millions of admirers on social media, and his efforts have so far helped raise over 4 million euros ($6.7 million, 4.9 million euros).
Sutton's body arrived in a horse-drawn carriage after leading the procession from his home in nearby Burntwood, Staffordshire.
"I am deeply proud but not surprised by how the local community has pulled out all the stops to make this vigil happen," he said.
Mourners filed past the coffin, each giving the thumbs-up signal that became Sutton's trademark.
Singer Barry Manilow described Sutton as "an inspiring and beautiful soul", while English cricketer Kevin Pietersen said he was "an amazing, selfless and immensely inspirational young man".
Prime Minister David Cameron, who had visited him in hospital, said: "He was determined not to waste a minute, or an hour or a day.
"A very, very bright light has gone out."
Stephen Sutton, 19, died on May 14 after being diagnosed with terminal cancer four years ago.
But his refusal to allow the disease to prevent him from fulfilling a 'bucket list' of wishes won him millions of admirers on social media, and his efforts have so far helped raise over 4 million euros ($6.7 million, 4.9 million euros).
Sutton's body arrived in a horse-drawn carriage after leading the procession from his home in nearby Burntwood, Staffordshire.
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"I am deeply proud but not surprised by how the local community has pulled out all the stops to make this vigil happen," he said.
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Mourners filed past the coffin, each giving the thumbs-up signal that became Sutton's trademark.
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Singer Barry Manilow described Sutton as "an inspiring and beautiful soul", while English cricketer Kevin Pietersen said he was "an amazing, selfless and immensely inspirational young man".
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Prime Minister David Cameron, who had visited him in hospital, said: "He was determined not to waste a minute, or an hour or a day.
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"A very, very bright light has gone out."
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