The people of Derry say farewell to John Hume

The late John Hume's remains are carried from St Eugene's cathedral in Derry after the requiem Mass of the former SDLP leader, MP, MEP, and Nobel Peace Prize winner. Picture: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images

When John Hume was approached by strangers later in life, he would take their hands, and say: "Tell me who you are, again."

Just as John took everyone in Derry by the hand, yesterday the people of Derry led their most dedicated son to his final resting place.