British singer Elton John with his mother Sheila Farebrother in Moscow, Russia on May 27, 1979. Photo / AP
British singer Elton John with his mother Sheila Farebrother in Moscow, Russia on May 27, 1979. Photo / AP
Sir Elton John has paid a heartfelt tribute to his late mother after she was laid to rest.
The 70-year-old singer thanked his mum, Sheila Farebrother - who died in December aged 92 - for "bringing [him] into the world," and described her send-off as "perfect".
He took to Instagramto post a picture of her coffin plaque and added the caption: "Dear Mum, Today's funeral was perfect.
"Having the service in the family chapel and attended by your brother and sister brought us all comfort. Having the service where Nan lived out her final days brought you and your Mother back together again. Tomorrow your friends will gather separately to say their good byes. I've chosen all the music so everything will be just right. Thank-you for bringing me into the world and for all that you have done for me.
Last month, John paid tribute to Farebrother at his first concert since her death in Hamburg, Germany.
The Rocket Man hitmaker dedicated his tune Your Song to her and told the audience: "Yesterday was a sad and hard day for me because my mother passed away.
"I'm glad to say she passed away peacefully, with no pain. But maybe sooner than she should have done, so I was quite shocked."
Sir Elton John reconciled with his mother on her 90th birthday. Photo / AP
John endured a turbulent relationship with his mother for nearly nine years but they reconciled on her 90th birthday, and he spent quality time with her towards the end of last year.
The musician informed his fans of his mum's death on his Facebook account.
He wrote: "So sad to say that my mother passed away this morning.
"I only saw her last Monday and I am in shock. Travel safe, Mum. Thank you for everything."
