Parents Hold ‘Star Wars’ Themed Funeral For 4 Year Old Who Died Of Cancer

This story is gonna hit you right in the feels. Jack Robinson was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in January. One of the best ways I've ever seen someone's life celebrated, especially a 4 year old, is a Star Wars themed funeral. Jack died of cancer on April 1st. 

When he was diagnosed, Jack made a bucket list. His parents, Marie and Terence, set out to fulfill his dreams. From riding in a fire engine, to seeing a meerkat, to meeting British celebrities like X-Factor judge Gary Barlow, and Doctor Who's Matt Smith.

Gary Barlow caught wind of the story, and visited Jack in hospital. Doctor Who star Matt Smith recorded a video message for Jack.

Jack was also a HUGE Star Wars fan. His mother says that you hardly ever saw him without a lightsaber in his hands.

Jack's parents held a Star Wars themed funeral for him on April 10th. R2D2 was in attendance. There was an honor guard of Storm Troopers. His coffin was decorated in scenes from the movies. There was a wreath that read "Jedi". As Jack was laid to rest "The Binary Sunset", which was Luke Skywalker's theme from Star Wars: A New Hope, played.

The programs for the funeral were fantastic as well.

As an almost 31 year old, I want this kind of funeral when I die. I know as a 4 year old, this was the greatest final gift.

People Magazine has some great pictures, and the complete story.