Queen of Soul! Aretha Franklin Lies In State In Open Gold Casket As Fans Pay Respect

Iconic American singer Aretha Franklin lies in state in a glittering gold coffin and ruby red high heels so her loyal fans can pay their final respects to the true Queen of Soul.The star’s body was placed in an open casket at Detroit’s Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.The Detroit diva was transported to the museum in a classic white LaSalle Sedan as part of a regal send off.Her shiny casket – inscribed inside with “The Queen of Soul” in small gold letters – was surrounded by a spray of soft-pink and lavender-coloured roses.The flowers were said to reflect her love for them and her propensity to send arrangements “in grand fashion”. Photo Credit: Getty