Torontonians lined the streets Wednesday morning to say good bye to the city's most infamous, yet well loved, former mayor.
Longtime politician Rob Ford died of cancer last Tuesday at age 46 and online condolences immediately flooded social media.
My hope is that Torontonians will remember Rob Ford for his accomplishments and unswerving dedication to our city. #RIPRobFord
— Norm Kelly (@norm) March 22, 2016
Rob was a fighter throughout life & dedicated public servant who will be remembered for his courage, love for Toronto & his family. 1/2— Stephen Harper (@stephenharper) March 22, 2016
The family even posted a tribute video, full of testimonials from the campaign trail and footage of Ford at work.
Scores of onlookers watched his casket make its way through the city streets to St. James Cathedral, after two full days of lying in repose at Toronto's city hall. Mourners and curious people alike filed through city hall over the two days, meeting with Rob Ford's family members and paying their respects.
Selfie from the #RobFord funeral procession. As diverse as the UN. Everyone was cheering "Ford nation!" in unison. pic.twitter.com/fFQXt869P2
— Y-Love (@ylove) March 30, 2016
People lining up for Rob Ford's funeral --they've been there since early morning. pic.twitter.com/84ophCzwV5— Paul Marshman (@Travel_boomer) March 30, 2016
Birds eye view of #RobFord 's funeral. pic.twitter.com/vRdYDaa1Id
— Kelli Buckley (@xandersmomk) March 30, 2016
Here's the view from above of Rob Ford's funeral procession passing the Canadian Press. pic.twitter.com/xjtLJF384p— Pat Rail (@pattyrail) March 30, 2016
Ford made international headlines when he admitted to crack cocaine use while he was in office. Videos also surfaced of him appearing intoxicated and making lewd comments.
The mayor at the time appeared on Jimmy Kimmel and was a staple on local news channels.
Condolences to the family and fans of @TorontoRobFord - an unforgettable guy who loved his job and city like few men I've met.
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) March 22, 2016
Ford was first elected as a city councilor in 2000 and served until 2010, when he voted in as Mayor of Toronto. He ran in the 2014 election following his crack cocaine revelation, but had to drop out of the race for Mayor due to his cancer diagnosis. Instead, he successfully ran for a seat on Toronto City Council.
The former mayor leaves behind a wife and two young children.
