Aalst (Eurotoday) – Denny Verbiest, the creator of Samson, will be laid to rest at the Siesegem crematorium in Aalst on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Due to the expected large turnout, local police will deploy additional officers to manage traffic and ensure public safety.
Originally from Dilbeek, Verbiest was initially to be buried there. However, the funeral home in Dilbeek decided to relocate the ceremony to a larger venue to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
In coordination with Verbiest’s family and Studio 100, the company he collaborated with, it was agreed that the funeral would instead take place at the Siesegem crematorium in Aalst. Authorities noted that the facility has sufficient capacity for everyone wishing to pay their final respects.
How Aalst is Preparing for Denny Verbiest’s Funeral on April 19
The Aalst police are preparing for a significant number of attendees. Additional officers will be deployed around the crematorium to manage traffic flow and maintain safety throughout the event.
According to police spokeswoman Lisa Wynendaele, the extra personnel will assist with guiding vehicles, ensuring safety, and supporting mourners arriving for the service. Coordination is underway between the police, funeral organizers, and local authorities to ensure the event proceeds smoothly.
“We assume that many people will come to Aalst to pay their last respects to Verbiest, and that is why we are initially deploying extra traffic police anyway,”
said Lisa Wynendaele.
While there are no specific threats or concerns, police officers will remain present throughout the ceremony to respond to any issues that may arise due to the large crowd.
“We do not expect any security problems, but it is always good to be prepared for anything when there are a lot of people in a place,”
Wynendaele added.
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12 responses to “Funeral for Denny Verbiest Scheduled in Aalst on April 19, 2025”
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Well, it seems Aalst is rolling out the red carpet for our dear Denny, eh? I can already picture the police forming a human chain just to make sure no one trips over their own grief. 😂
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Oh, how lovely! A traffic jam for a cremation—because who wouldn’t want to spend their Saturday trapped in a sea of cars just to say goodbye to a beloved cartoonist? 🥳 #LifeGoals
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So, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the ‘Samson of Aalst’—who knew a funeral could come with a police escort? I suppose it’s not every day you need traffic control for a one-way trip! 🚦💼
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Looks like Aalst is rolling out the red carpet for Denny’s farewell; who knew a crematorium could turn into a hot spot for a crowd? 🚓💨 I guess when you create a beloved character, even your last gig has to be a blockbuster!
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Looks like Aalst is rolling out the red carpet for a cremation, eh? Who knew Denny’s farewell would require more security than a royal wedding? 🚔🎩
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Oh, fantastic! A crematorium shindig in Aalst—who needs a funeral home when you can throw a proper farewell party with traffic police? 🎉 Must be quite the send-off for Mr. Verbiest; I can already hear the mourners discussing the logistics over a nice cup of coffee! ☕️
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Oh, a funeral in Aalst for a creator of a children’s character—sounds like the perfect excuse for a day out, right? 🎉 Because who wouldn’t want to navigate traffic jams for a good old send-off? 😂
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Looks like Aalst is pulling out all the stops for Denny’s big send-off—who knew a crematorium could turn into the hottest venue in town? 🚓💨 Bet the traffic will be just as lively as the man’s legacy!
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Oh brilliant, a funeral so popular they’re calling in the traffic police—because nothing says “final farewell” like a proper queue, eh? Hope everyone remembers to bring their best “resting” face for the cameras! 😂🚦
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Looks like Aalst is gearing up for a royal send-off, eh? I mean, who knew Denny Verbiest’s final curtain call would require more planning than a Eurovision party? 🎤🚓
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Bloody hell, a traffic jam for a funeral? Must be Denny’s last laugh—who knew he could draw a crowd bigger than a football match in Aalst! 😂
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Can’t wait for the traffic jam in Aalst, all because Denny’s fans just can’t resist one last hurrah at the crematorium—who knew a send-off could be this popular? 🤷♂️ Might as well set up a pop-up café while we’re at it! ☕️💔
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