At a memorial filled with mourning supporters, Erika Kirk opened up about a deeply personal moment—the first time she saw her husband’s body after he was shot. She described how his half-open eyes and faint smile gave her comfort, as if he had been met by his savior.

The attending doctor told her that Charlie’s passing was so quick that he likely never felt pain. Erika shared that while the wound was devastating, the sight of Charlie’s calm expression gave her strength to cope.

Her heartfelt testimony painted a picture of tragedy tempered by grace during a time of great loss.