A private funeral will be held for George Floyd in Houston, where he grew up, Tuesday morning. The 46-year-old African-American man died in police custody on May 25 after a police officer knelt on his neck in Minneapolis. 

The police officer, Derek Chauvin, has been charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter. 

About 500 guests invited by the Floyd family, including political leaders and celebrities, are expected to be in attendance at the funeral, local media said.

Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz also asked all Minnesotans to observe eight minutes and 46 seconds of silence when the funeral starts.

Prior to the funeral, thousands of well-wishers filed past Floyd's coffin in a six-hour public viewing on Monday, the final stage in a series of ceremonies paying tribute to Floyd.

Many people made the sign of the cross as they approached the open casket to say a last goodbye, while others took a knee or bowed their heads in silent prayer.

(With input from agencies)

(Cover: People pay their respects before the funeral for George Floyd, whose death in Minneapolis police custody has sparked nationwide protests against racial inequality, in Houston, Texas, U.S., June 9, 2020. /Reuters)