Aretha franklins family criticise eulogy at her funeral

Yes, Aretha Franklin's family did criticize the eulogy delivered by Rev. Jasper Williams Jr. at her funeral on August 31, 2018. The eulogy was widely covered in the media, and many people praised Williams' heartfelt and humorous tribute to the Queen of Soul. However, some members of Franklin's family, including her niece, Sabrina Owens, and her nephew, Vaughn Franklin, expressed disappointment and frustration with the eulogy.

Owens, who was Franklin's niece and a member of her estate's management team, told the Detroit Free Press that she felt Williams' eulogy was "too political" and that it did not focus enough on Franklin's life and legacy. Owens also criticized Williams for not mentioning Franklin's struggles with weight and health issues, as well as her relationships with her family members.

Vaughn Franklin, who is the son of Aretha Franklin's sister, Carolyn Franklin, also expressed disappointment with the eulogy. In an interview with the Detroit News, Vaughn Franklin said that he felt Williams' speech was "too long" and that it did not capture the essence of his aunt's personality and spirit.

Despite the criticism, many people, including Franklin's friends and colleagues, praised Williams' eulogy and felt that it was a fitting tribute to the Queen of Soul.