Fans farewell AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young in Sydney

Grieving friends and family of the late Malcolm Young have farewelled the legendary Australian guitarist at his funeral.

The AC/DC co-founder, 64, died on Saturday with his family by his bedside, after a three-year battle with dementia. 

In sombre photos to surface on Tuesday, Young’s casket was carried from St Mary’s Cathedral, in Sydney, where the funeral for the Australian music icon was held.

Fellow music stars including Gary ‘Angry’ Anderson and Ex ACDC member Phil Rudd, were seen arriving at the service. 

The cathedral entrance was also lined with doting fans who wished to pay their respects to the late musician. 

‘In loving memory of Malcolm Mitchell Young’ the funeral pamphlet read

Family and friends grieve outside the cathedral where Malcolm Young's funeral was held

Family and friends grieve outside the cathedral where Malcolm Young’s funeral was held

Brian Johnson, lead singer of AC/DC, farewells the music icon outside the cathedral

Brian Johnson, lead singer of AC/DC, farewells the music icon outside the cathedral

Brian Johnson sheds tears outside the cathedral where Malcolm Young's funeral was held

Brian Johnson sheds tears outside the cathedral where Malcolm Young’s funeral was held

In sombre photos to surface on Tuesday morning, Young's casket was carried into St Mary's Cathedral, where the funeral for the Australian music icon was held

In sombre photos to surface on Tuesday morning, Young’s casket was carried into St Mary’s Cathedral, where the funeral for the Australian music icon was held

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, carries a guitar as he walks with Ross Young, the son of Malcolm Young, as they lead the casket of his brother Malcolm Young 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, carries a guitar as he walks with Ross Young, the son of Malcolm Young, as they lead the casket of his brother Malcolm Young 

Known for the powerhouse riffs and rhythm guitar that propelled the Sydney group to superstardom, Young had been suffering from dementia for the past three years.

He was replaced by nephew Stevie for the band’s last tour promoting the 2014 album Rock Or Bust.  

‘Renowned for his musical prowess, Malcolm was a songwriter, guitarist, performer, producer and visionary who inspired many,’ the statement read.

‘From the outset, he knew what he wanted to achieve and, along with his younger brother, took to the world stage giving their all at every show. Nothing less would do for their fans.

‘He always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted,’ an ACDC statement said.

‘He took in great pride in all that he endeavored. His loyalty to the fans was unsurpassed.

‘He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever.’ 

Ex ACDC member Phil Rudd attends the funeral service for AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young

Ex ACDC member Phil Rudd attends the funeral service for AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young

Brian Johnson, lead singer of AC/DC, farewells his late band member with wife Brenda 

Brian Johnson, lead singer of AC/DC, farewells his late band member with wife Brenda 

The cathedral entrance was also lined with doting fans who wished to pay their respects to the late musician 

The cathedral entrance was also lined with doting fans who wished to pay their respects to the late musician 

Malcolm Young's guitar is carried into the church for the funeral service for AC/DC co-founder

Malcolm Young’s guitar is carried into the church for the funeral service for AC/DC co-founder

Friends and family grieve the loss of the music icon outside the cathedral

Friends and family grieve the loss of the music icon outside the cathedral

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, carries a guitar as he walks out of the cathedral 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, carries a guitar as he walks out of the cathedral 

Fellow music stars including Gary 'Angry' Anderson (right) arrives at the service

Fellow music stars including Gary ‘Angry’ Anderson (right) arrives at the service

Promoter Michael Chugg arrives for the funeral of AC/DC co-founder and guitarist Malcolm Young

Promoter Michael Chugg arrives for the funeral of AC/DC co-founder and guitarist Malcolm Young

Sony Music CEO Denis Hanlin attends the funeral service for AC/DC

Sony Music CEO Denis Hanlin attends the funeral service for AC/DC

Legendary Australian guitarist and AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young (pictured) died aged 64

Legendary Australian guitarist and AC/DC co-founder Malcolm Young (pictured) died aged 64

Young (pictured) had been suffering from dementia for the past three years

Young (pictured) had been suffering from dementia for the past three years

Apart from a brief absence from AC/DC in 1988, Young was with the band from the beginning in November 1973 until his permanent retirement in 2014

Apart from a brief absence from AC/DC in 1988, Young was with the band from the beginning in November 1973 until his permanent retirement in 2014

As one of eight children, Young was born in Glasgow in Scotland in 1953 but ten years later he immigrated to Australia before relocating the band to the UK in 1976

As one of eight children, Young was born in Glasgow in Scotland in 1953 but ten years later he immigrated to Australia before relocating the band to the UK in 1976

Apart from a brief absence from AC/DC in 1988, Young was with the band from the beginning in November 1973 until his permanent retirement in 2014 because of health complications. 

As one of eight children, Young was born in Glasgow in Scotland in 1953 but ten years later he immigrated to Australia before relocating the band to the UK in 1976. 

Young was described as the ‘driving force’ of the band and was responsible for the band’s sound and music. 

The hard rock band was so huge Young and the other members of AC/DC were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, outside the Sydney cathedral 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, outside the Sydney cathedral 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, outside the Sydney cathedral, carrying his brother's guitar 

Angus Young, the brother of Malcolm Young, outside the Sydney cathedral, carrying his brother’s guitar 

Brian Johnson (left), lead singer of AC/DC, celebrates Malcolm Young's life with friends 

Brian Johnson (left), lead singer of AC/DC, celebrates Malcolm Young’s life with friends 

Young was known for the powerhouse riffs and rhythm guitar that propelled the Sydney group to superstardom

Young was known for the powerhouse riffs and rhythm guitar that propelled the Sydney group to superstardom

Young (left) was described as the 'driving force' of the band and was responsible for the band's sound and music

Young (left) was described as the ‘driving force’ of the band and was responsible for the band’s sound and music

Brothers Angus (right) and Malcolm Young (left) from rock band AC/DC, Germany, 1992

Brothers Angus (right) and Malcolm Young (left) from rock band AC/DC, Germany, 1992

However, in 2014 Young was admitted into a nursing home to receive round the clock care

However, in 2014 Young was admitted into a nursing home to receive round the clock care

AC/DC’s seventh studio album Back in Black was released in 1980 as a tribute to Bon Scott, the band’s original lead singer who died of alcohol poisoning.

The hit album sold 50 million copies, making it the second highest-selling album worldwide behind Michael Jackson’s Thriller.

Again, their album The Razors Edge sold between 10 and 12 million copies and made it five times multi-platinum in America.

Their success didn’t end there with album Black Ice making it number one in 29 countries. 

During the Blow Up Your Video World Tour, Young left to work on his drinking issue and eventually became sober and returned to AC/DC. 

However, in 2014 Young was admitted into a nursing home to receive round the clock care.

Young leaves behind his wife O’Linda and two children.

'He always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted,' ACDC statement said

‘He always stuck to his guns and did and said exactly what he wanted,’ ACDC statement said

'He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever.'

‘He leaves behind an enormous legacy that will live on forever.’

He is survived by his wife O'Linda and two children

He is survived by his wife O’Linda and two children

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