After 15 days of public viewing, the body of DR Kem Ley is transported to his resting place at his village birth place of Ang Takop, Leay Bo Village (Khum Leay Bo), Srok (District of) Tram Kak, Takeo Province. During the viewing, many thousands of mourners came to pay their respect, in tears. Many diplomats came also to share their condolences, including a US official from DC, in official visit to talk about the human rights in Cambodia.
During the Sunday July 24 procession many thousands came to pay their respects marching the many kilometers to Chomchau before the procession drive to it final destination with many cars and motorcycles following. The body is put to rest on Monday the 26.
For millions of mourners across the nation, Dr Kem Ley passed away as National Hero and Martyr who dare to speak the truth, and because of that, he predicted that he not live long. He left a famous note to his compatriots saying: "Wipe your tears; Continue your journey." This is to understand that he wanted his compatriots to continue his unfinished work for the defense of the country and to have the courage to speak out!
The Government still do not release any information on the investigations. The Government media did not say a word about the funeral. That is to leave to the public to guess...
We pray for you, Brother, that you Rest In Peace and we affirm that we will continue your journey. For the sake of our Motherland...
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