Jerry Springer’s Funeral Held in Chicago After TV Host Died From Pancreatic Cancer at the Age of 79

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Remembering a TV icon. Jerry Springer was laid to rest during a private funeral service in Chicago on Sunday, April 30.Attended by the late host’s family and friends, the ceremony — which featured traditional Jewish burial customs — was held three days after Springer died in his Chicago home at the age of 79 on Thursday, April 27.

That same day, it was revealed that the Masked Singer alum’s cause of death was pancreatic cancer.A public tribute for Springer will take place on May 16 in Cincinnati, Ohio, and will include “videos, speakers and a musical performance recognizing Springer’s love of folk music,” according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Details about ticketing for the event will be released at a later date.“Jerry’s ability to connect with people was at the heart of his success in everything he tried whether that was politics, broadcasting or just joking with people on the street who wanted a photo or a word,” read a statement from family spokesperson Jene Galvin on Thursday. “He’s irreplaceable and his loss hurts immensely, but memories of his intellect, heart and humor will live on.”Galvin continued: “To remember Jerry, the family asks that in lieu of flowers you consider following his spirit and make a donation or commit to an act of kindness to someone in need or a worthy advocacy organization.

As he always said, ‘Take care of yourself, and each other.’”Several of Springer’s celebrity friends shared kind words about the Dancing With the Stars alum, including Steve Wilkos.