Bernie Mac Funeral (Photos) (flag)

bittenandbound.com — Actor and comedian Bernie Mac was laid to rest today. A public funeral was held at Chicago’s House of Hope Church where family members, friends and thousands of fans gathered to say goodbye to a good man.

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