The Black Stalin was laid to rest on Thursday, one week after he passed away at the age of 81.

The funeral service of the late Dr. Leroy Calliste began with a street parade which led to SAPA in San Fernando and was attended by thousands.

Tributes were heard from his daughter, fellow calypsonians and a few government ministers.

There was even a call to have the work of Black Stalin included in the school curriculum.

Reporter Cindy Raghubar-Teekersingh attended the service and brings us more.