Walter Cronkite funeral service this Thursday

Posted: 07.20.2009 at 8:18 AM

Read more: Local, National, Walter Cronkite, Cbs, Anchorman, Early Show, New York City, Manhattan

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A funeral service for late CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite will be held this Thursday at St. Bartholomew's Catholic Church in Manhattan.

The CBS anchorman was well known for his accurate reporting of the news.

Family and friends are expected to attend the Thursday service.

A public memorial service will be held for Cronkite later this summer.

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