BOISE, Idaho — The community gathered in downtown Boise on Saturday for a public memorial service honoring former Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne.
On Saturday, May 16, Kempthorne's remains were transferred to the Cathedral of the Rockies for an 11 a.m. memorial service.
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Family members and politicians spoke at the service, paying their respects to the late statesman, who also served as Boise mayor, U.S. senator, and U.S. Interior Secretary.
Idaho Governor Brad Little spoke at the service, underscoring Kempthorne's contributions to the state and speaking on Kempthorne's character as a public servant.
"Public life can sometimes harden people, but Dirk never lost his decency or his compassion," Gov. Brad Little shared.
After the service concluded, Kempthorne's family followed the body in a motorcade to the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery for interment.
A celebration of life will be held in Washington, D.C. at a date yet to be determined.
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