Ethel's son, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was joined by his girlfriend, actress Cheryl Hines, at the funeral. The couple has been dating for several months and made their first public appearance together at the event.
The funeral was a small and intimate affair, held at Our Lady of Victory Church in Centerville, Massachusetts. Only a few dozen people were in attendance, including Ethel's children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
In a statement released after the funeral, the Kennedy family expressed their grief and gratitude for Ethel's life. "Ethel was the heart of our family," the statement read. "She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. We will miss her dearly."
Ethel Kennedy was a tireless advocate for social justice and human rights. She worked alongside her husband, Robert F. Kennedy, on a number of important causes, including civil rights and poverty reduction.
RFK Jr. spoke at his mother's funeral, praising her for her love and compassion. "My mother was a woman of great faith and strength," he said. "She taught us the importance of fighting for what we believe in, even when it's difficult."
The Kennedy family has not yet announced any plans for a public memorial service for Ethel. However, they have said that they will continue to honor her legacy by working to make the world a better place.