Linda Nolan’s family have invited fans to come and pay their respects and ‘remember her remarkable life’ at her funeral next week, following her death at the age of 65.

The singer pᴀssed away last week from double pneumonia after a 20-year battle with breast cancer.

Sharing the invitation on Linda’s Instagram, the star’s sisters Anne, 74, Denise, 72, Maureen, 69, and Coleen, 59, have asked fans to come and say their goodbyes and celebrate ‘her remarkable life’.

Linda will be be laid to rest in her ‘spiritual home’ of Blackpool, where the Nolans found fame after moving to the town in 1972, and where they lived for much of their lives, once even recording a single called Blackpool about the football club.

Alongside the funeral invite, the post was captioned: ‘The Nolan family invites everyone to join them in celebrating the extraordinary life of Linda Nolan, who pᴀssed away peacefully on 15th January 2025.

‘Linda was a beacon of light, strength and unwavering love who inspired everyone she met, in addition to millions around the world. Her absence leaves an ache in our hearts, but her legacy will live on through the joy, hope and kindness she shared so freely.

Linda Nolan’s family have invited fans to come and pay their respects and ‘remember her remarkable life’ at her funeral next week, following her death at the age of 65

The singer (pictured in 2020) pᴀssed away last week from double pneumonia after a 20-year battle with breast cancer 

‘Linda’s funeral service will take place on Saturday, 1st February 2025, at St. Paul’s Church, Honister Avenue, Blackpool, at 10:30 am.

‘Everyone who knew Linda, or whose lives she touched, are welcome to come and pay their respects as we remember her remarkable life. Fans and public are welcome to gather outside the church for the funeral – and in true Linda spirit, the more the merrier!

‘St. Paul’s Church holds a deeply special place in Linda’s heart. It is where she married the love of her life, Brian Hudson, with whom she shared 26 wonderful years of marriage. Brian was Linda’s rock, her soulmate, and the love of her life, just as she was his.

‘When Brian tragically pᴀssed away in 2007, Linda found the strength to carry on, but her love for him never wavered. 

‘St. Paul’s was also where Linda said her final goodbye to Brian, holding his funeral in the same church where they had exchanged their vows. 

‘Now, Linda will return to this sacred place to be reunited with Brian once more, finally at peace and back in his loving embrace.

‘Following the service, there will be a private cremation at a nearby crematorium, attended by close family and friends only.

‘In honour of Linda’s compᴀssionate and giving spirit, the family wishes to raise as much money as possible for Trinity Hospice, a charity that held a special place in Linda’s heart. 

The invitation was shared on Linda’s Instagram, along with details of her funeral

Linda’s sisters Anne, 74, Denise, 72, Maureen, 69, and Coleen, 59, have now extended an invitation to her fans to say their goodbyes at her funeral (pictured together) 

The funeral will begin at 10.30am with service for her family and friends at St Paul’s Church – where Linda married her beloved husband Brian Hudson (pictured together on wedding day)

‘Donations can be sent through her memorial page, via the link in our bio. Messages of condolence, cherished memories and pH๏τos can also be shared on the page, creating a lasting tribute to Linda’s beautiful life.

‘Linda was more than a beloved sister, friend, and entertainer – she was a symbol of hope, humour and resilience.’

Her sister Coleen explained how they had decided on Linda’s final resting place, telling The Mirror: ‘My first thought after she died was to put Brian’s ashes with Linda’s. 

‘So that’s what we’re doing. In life they were never apart, so I’m glad they’ll be together again.’

Meanwhile, fans have been invited to congregate outside St Paul’s in designated areas, in order to join in the family’s final farewell.

A family spokesperson told The Mirror: ‘The Nolan family invites everyone to join them in celebrating the extraordinary life of Linda Nolan.

‘Linda was a beacon of light, strength and unwavering love who inspired everyone she met, in addition to millions around the world.

‘Her absence leaves an ache in our hearts but her legacy will live on through the joy, hope and kindness she shared so freely.

‘Everyone who knew Linda or whose lives she touched, is welcome to come and pay their respects as we remember her remarkable life. 

The church is also where she held Brian’s funeral, after she lost him to skin cancer in 2007 when he was 60 years old (pictured together in 1984)

‘The family welcome all public and fans who can gather outside the church, where there will be designated spots.’ 

While Linda’s manager and longtime friend Dermot McNamara added: ‘St Paul’s Church holds a deeply special place in Linda’s heart. 

‘It is where she married the love of her life, Brian. St Paul’s was also where Linda said her final goodbye to Brian. 

‘Now, Linda will return to this sacred place to be reunited with Brian, finally at peace, back in his loving embrace.’

On Friday, Coleen previously discussed the heartfelt plans for her sister’s funeral and revealed Linda had planned some details before her death, creating a list of requests for her sisters. 

The Loose Women star told how Linda wanted them to ‘wear mantillas’ and black outfits, but her coffin is set to have a showbiz twist.

Coleen laughed: ‘I remember saying, “You are joking, Linda! If I see all my sisters in mantillas, I’m going to laugh the whole way through the funeral! We’ve decided not to do that, but we are wearing black.

‘Her coffin is pure showbiz – bright pink and sparkly, just as she wanted. The one thing my sister loved was bling so it feels right that she has a glittery pink coffin.’ 

Sharing a statement following Linda’s death, Coleen wrote: ‘I am utterly devastated by the pᴀssing of my sister, Linda’ 

Sharing a statement following Linda’s death, Coleen wrote: ‘I am utterly devastated by the pᴀssing of my sister, Linda. 

‘Linda was a beacon of love, kindness and strength. Her wit, humour and laughter was infectious, her presence could light up any room. Linda had a heart full of compᴀssion and always knew how to bring comfort and joy to those around her.

‘Her memory will live on in the many lies she touched, and while we miss her more than words can express, we take solace in the love and warmth she shared will all of us. 

‘Rest in peace, Linda. You will forever be in our hearts. Love you, Coleen xxx (Colette)’.

In the statement announcing her death, her agent Dermot wrote: ‘It is with profound sadness that we announce the pᴀssing of Linda Nolan, the celebrated Irish pop legend, television personality, Guinness World Record holding West End star, Sunday Times bestselling author and Daily Mirror columnist.

‘As a member of The Nolans, one of the most successful girl groups of all time, Linda achieved global success; becoming the first Irish act to sell over a million records worldwide; touring the world and selling over 30 million records, with hits such as Gotta Pull Myself Together, Attention to Me and the iconic disco classic I’m In The Mood for Dancing.’