The funeral service for former President Arnold Rüütel took place today at the Estonia Theater and he will be laid to rest in Tallinn's Forest Cemetery. Arnold Rüütel was Estonia's second president after the restoration of independence. He was in office from 2001-2006 during the pivotal time when Estonia joined NATO and the EU. Arnold Rüütel passed away on December 31 at the age of 96. Puhka rahus.
Arnold Rüütel was born in Pahavalla, Laimjala Parish, Saaremaa.
