$3,840
An original card from the funeral of Marilyn Monroe, held on Wednesday, August 8, 1962, at the Westwood Village Mortuary in Los Angeles. The front of the card bears an image of the Bok Singing Tower. The inside reads in part, "In Memory of/ Marilyn Monroe/ Born June 1st, 1926/ Passed Away/ August 5th, 1962,” and includes the details of her funeral service. Facing page is printed with Psalm 23. Accompanied by an information packet about the services for Monroe that includes the eulogy given by Lee Strasberg, a list of invited guests, and a letter to those not invited to the service. Inez Melson gave funeral card and accompanying packet to a friend, and it has remained with that family until this time. Card, 5 1/2 by 3 1/4 inches Categories: Marilyn Monroe
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2016-11-17
