Heath Ledger's Family Readies For Burial

The Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home was the center of the media world today, as Heath Ledger's remains were readied before being taken to an unspecified airport, police reports tell.

At around 4 p.m., The Patriot actor's body, which was placed into a plain light wooden casket, was loaded into an awaiting Cadillac hearse to be readied for air transport.

Meanwhile, earlier on Friday, Heath's entire family placed messages of remembrance in the West Australian newspaper.

Heath's mother Sally wrote: “Our darling boy, special in so many ways to all of us. You knew you were so loved. You lived life with courage and daring and we are so grateful for the wonderful times we shared. We will be there for Matilda.”

And the entire family said together: “How do we describe our sudden and tragic loss? … You were the most amazing individual “old soul” in a young man’s body. You so loved us, as we dearly loved you. As a close knit and very private family unit we have observed you so determined yet quietly travelling in your self-styled path in life, nothing would get in your way … no mountain too tall, no river too wide. You dreamed your dreams and lived them with passion and intelligent commitment. We have been privileged to accompany you on a ride through life that has simply been amazing and through it all, we have loved each other beyond imagination. Your true legacy lives on in beautiful little Matilda, who will always remain in the greatest of care. Our hearts are broken.”

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Below are pictures of Heath's casket being removed from the funeral home earlier today (January 25).

Photo Credit: Wenn.com