The private service will be live streamed.
The funeral of a black man, who's death at the hands of US police sparked global anti-racism protests, will take place this evening.
George Floyd died two weeks ago in Minneapolis after a white officer knelt on his neck for almost nine minutes.
Thousands of people filed through a church in Houston yesterday to pay their respects at the casket of Mr Floyd.
The 46-year-olds death sparked international outrage at the mistreatment of African Americans and other minorities.
In the US, scenes peaceful protests have been witnessed, along with mixed with incidents of looting, arson and clashes with police.
It has also led to curfews and threats of military intervention by US President Donald Trump.
The officer at the centre of the case, Derek Chauvin, has been charged with second degree murder.
He appeared in court yesterday and had bail set at 1.25 million dollars.
The private funeral of George Floyd will take place at a church in his hometown of Houston at five o'clock this evening Irish time, and will be live-streamed.
