Photos: A celebration of Natalie Cole’s life

Musician Stevie Wonder performs at a celebration of Natalie Cole’s life at the West Angeles Church of God in Christ.

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Jan. 11, 2016 4:58 PM PT

A general view of the atmosphere at the celebration for singer Natalie Cole.

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Singer-songwriter Lionel Richie was among those in attendance at the memorial for Natalie Cole.

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The audience is buoyant at the celebration for Natalie Cole, who died at the age of 65.

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Timolin Cole and Casey Cole at the celebration for legendary singger Natalie Cole. Several R&B legends were also in attendance.

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Singer Smokey Robinson gets a hug as he arrives for the funeral of fellow singer Natalie Cole at the West Angeles Church of God in Christ.

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The casket of singer Natalie Cole is carried out of the church.

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An artist’s rendering of singer Natile Cole sits outside the West Angeles Church of God in Christ.

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