“It is a huge loss for us. But they are lucky in heaven, there will be more music there thanks to Margriet.” Hundreds of fans gratefully paid their last respects to the singer who died too early. It was a personal farewell, with a warm handshake from husband Frank and daughter Celien for everyone. “And Margriet was very beautifully laid out. But the silence in that room was sad.” Our reporter brought the final greetings.

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