How To Watch Funeral Service For Will Roberts

TUSCALOOSA, AL — Magnolia Chapel Funeral Home announced Thursday that it will livestream the funeral service for 15-year-old Will Roberts, allowing those unable to attend in person to watch the service online.

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In a Facebook post, the Northport funeral home said it has received numerous inquiries from people wanting to view the service.

"We have had so many asking, so we thought we would let you all know that we will be live-streaming the service for Will Roberts on Saturday," Magnolia Chapel wrote.

Those wishing to watch can visit Magnolia Chapel's website, navigate to Roberts' obituary page and scroll to the bottom, where a livestream link will be available.

The funeral home said viewers should click the link before the scheduled service time and the livestream will begin before the service starts.

As Patch previously reported, Roberts died July 23 after a lengthy and highly publicized battle with stage 4 osteosarcoma. His story inspired thousands across Alabama and the nation, drawing widespread community support, fundraising efforts and recognition from public officials.

Roberts' public visitation is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Shelton State Community College Gymnasium on the Martin Campus.

Funeral services will immediately follow at noon, with the burial afterward at Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Ralph.

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