An army of fans poured in to Los Angeles from places far-flung, hoping to collectively mourn their idol in a massive ceremony.Thousands appeared to be on hand, but the atmosphere was peaceful, almost festive.
Zaidi ya mashabiki wanaokadiriwa kufikia 2,000 walikuwa uwanjani hapo wakiwa wamevaa jezi za timu zao; wengine wakitua na wengine wakisubiri wenyeji wao, lakini nafasi kubwa ilichukuliwa na matarumbeta hayo ambayo yameugeuza uwanja huo wa kimataifa wa ndege kuonekana kama uwanja wa soka.