A ceremony was held at St. John the Baptist Church to mark the farewell to the first Prime Minister of independent Lithuania. The service gathered relatives, state leaders, and members of the public to honor the memory of K.
Prunskienė. During the solemn proceedings, an unexpected medical incident occurred involving a member of the military personnel participating in the Honor Guard. The incident took place while the service was paying respects near the urn containing K.
Prunskienė’s remains. It was reported that a service member suddenly became unwell while standing at attention. Immediate attention was drawn by the priest, Ričardas Doveika, who was positioned nearby, prompting other participants to react quickly.
Due to the sudden nature of the episode, doctors were promptly called to the scene. Initial reports indicated that the individual had fainted. The swift response from the clergy and attendees ensured that medical assistance arrived rapidly.
The ceremony served as a final tribute, marking the conclusion of public observances for the former Prime Minister. K. Prunskienė is scheduled to rest in eternal peace at the Antakalnis cemetery.
The incident underscored the care and immediate support provided by those present during this significant national farewell.
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