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It has been a week of sadness in the First State. Last weekend, former state attorney general Beau Biden – the eldest son of Vice President Joe Biden - died at age 46, losing his battle with brain cancer.Since that terrible news came there’s been an outpouring of condolences for the Biden family, along with remembrances of Beau -- his life and work.As the state grieves along with the Biden family and offers its support – it also celebrates Beau Biden’s life and the lasting legacy of public service he leaves behind.

Viewing for Beau Biden underway in Wilmington

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Casket carrying Beau Biden arrives at St Anthony of Padua Church Friday

More Delawareans are paying their respects to the late Beau Biden and the Biden family Friday. 

The first of two viewings at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Wilmington is underway and will last until 4 pm.

Mourners started lining up before 11 am at the church.  The former state attorney general’s casket arrived at the church at 12:10 pm and was carried in by an eight-member military honor guard.

Vice President Joe Biden arrived shortly after 1pm with his wife Jill, Beau Biden's wife, Hallie and their children and other members of the Biden family.

A second viewing is scheduled for tonight from 6 to 9 pm.

A funeral mass for Beau Biden will be held Saturday at St Anthony of Padua starting at 10:30 am.  President Obama will offer a eulogy at that service.

Tom Byrne has been a fixture covering news in Delaware for three decades. He joined Delaware Public Media in 2010 as our first news director and has guided the news team ever since. When he's not covering the news, he can be found reading history or pursuing his love of all things athletic.
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