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Joe And Jill Biden Were Hand In Hand At Queen Elizabeth's Funeral

"We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared."

by Ani Bundel
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His presence was touching despite cracks about Joe Biden, a proud Irish Catholic, at the Protestant Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. These photos of Joe and Jill Biden holding hands remind us that we put aside our differences and respect each other at pivotal times like this.

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Prior to the service for Queen Elizabeth II, first lady Jill Biden shared a remembrance on Twitter. “Queen Elizabeth II lived her life for the people she served with wisdom and grace. We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared,” the tweet read. “May God grant her eternal rest.”

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The Bidens were part of a massive group of dignitaries on hand for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Biden’s appearance at the funeral after seeing the Queen lying in state the day before was a highlight of the dignitary arrivals.

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The Bidens were seen holding hands at just about every stage of the Queen’s funeral.

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The Bidens stood in Westminster Abbey, waiting for their turn to walk to their seats.

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They stayed connected the whole way down the aisle to their seats.

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They kept a tight grip on each other the whole way to their seats.

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The two finally let go when they took their seats, and waved at a few friends.

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No matter where they are, Joe and Jill Biden always show how to be a team.

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