Representatives of the government, the diplomatic corps, social organizations and citizens stood in line to pay their last respects to the man who had made his mark in the political landscape of Suriname.

In an emotional speech President Chandrikapersad Santokhi spoke of the achievements  of Wijdenbosch for the nation and his commitment to the development of  Suriname. The state funeral was concluded with military honours after which the coffin of the former head of state was escorted by relatives and friends to  its final resting place. The Santokhi administration has announced a period of national mourning in honor of the life and legacy of  Wijdenbosch.