Jacksonville Rapper Lil Poppa's Funeral Set for March 7: Details Revealed The funeral service for Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa, whose death was ruled a suicide, will be held on March 7 at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in his hometown. The event, expected to draw a large crowd, will feature strict security measures and restrictions on photography and recording devices. Lil Poppa, born Janarious Wheeler, died on February 18 in Georgia at the age of 25. According to the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office, his death resulted from a gunshot wound to the head, confirmed as a suicide. The rapper, who had gained significant attention in the music industry, was known for his work with Yo Gotti's Collective Music Group, which he joined in 2022. His career included the release of several tracks, such as "Love & War," "Mind Over Matter," and "HAPPY TEARS," as well as projects like "Almost Normal Again." The funeral will take place at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, located at 1118 W. Beaver St., starting at 10 a.m. Pastor Harry Williams, who confirmed the details to First Coast News, stated that the service is open to the public but emphasized the need for strict security. Attendees will be prohibited from using phones, recording devices, or cameras, with those who violate the rules being escorted out. At the time of his death, Lil Poppa had nearly one million followers on Instagram and over 600,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, reflecting his growing influence in the hip-hop scene. His passing has sparked discussions about mental health, with the article noting that help is available through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.#lil_poppa #shiloh_metropolitan_baptist_church #pastor_harry_williams #yo_gotti_collective_music_group #fulton_county_medical_examiner
