The funeral for former US Vice President Dick Cheney has been decided.
The former politician and businessman passed away at the age of 84 on November 3, surrounded by his family, his family announced. Cheney died of complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular disease, his family said.
Cheney served as vice president under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, and was considered one of the most powerful vice presidents in U.S. history, largely responsible for leading the push for the invasion of Iraq in 2003. In a statement released after Bush’s death, he said Cheney was “the person I needed” as vice president and a “calm and steady presence in the White House amidst great national challenges.”
Cheney survived five heart attacks, multiple surgeries, and a heart transplant during his lifetime. He is survived by his wife, Lynn, and two daughters, Mary and Liz.
Here’s what we know, including the location and date of his funeral.
When is Dick Cheney’s funeral?
Mr. Cheney’s funeral will be held on Thursday, November 20th at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.
Where will Dick Cheney’s funeral be held?
Cheney’s funeral will be held at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, DC.
Cheney was born in Lincoln, Nebraska in 1941 and grew up in Wyoming, where he later retired.
Where will Dick Cheney be buried?
The location where Mr. Cheney will be buried has not been announced as of Friday, November 7th.
Would Dick Cheney lie to the nation?
It is not yet known whether Mr. Cheney will receive a state funeral. Those who receive a state funeral are laid to rest in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The day after Cheney’s death, Senate Minority Leader John Thune (R.S.D.) said Republican leadership staff was considering “protocols” regarding the possibility of Cheney lying in state, The Hill reported.
As of Friday morning, November 7, President Donald Trump had not publicly commented on Cheney’s death.
Like past presidents and other prominent politicians, Cheney may receive a state funeral. For example, Alaska Representative Don Young, the longest-serving Republican member in the history of the U.S. House of Representatives, died on March 18, 2022, and days later, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced that she would lie publicly.
Natalie Neisa Alland is a senior reporter at USA TODAY. Contact her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her at X @nataliealund.
