Funeral of Anakin Skywalker

The funeral of Anakin Skywalker took place on Endor, in the aftermath of the Galactic Empire's defeat during the Battle of Endor. During the battle, Anakin&mdash;who had been known as the Sith Lord Darth Vader&mdash;was redeemed by his son, Luke. The redemption, however, cost Anakin his life, having been mortally wounded by Emperor Palpatine as Anakin killed him.

After Anakin's death, he became one with the Force. Luke escaped the Second Death Star, where Anakin had died, just before the space station was destroyed by the Rebel Alliance. Once on Endor, Luke built a funeral pyre and lit his father's remains on fire. After the funeral ended, Luke joined the Rebel and Ewok victory celebration, where he saw the spirit of his father&mdash;along with the spirits of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Yoda&mdash;proudly watching the celebration.

Appearances

 * Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi