Christina died from a single stab wound to the chest
A funeral is taking place for a teenager who died after being stabbed on a bus in Birmingham.
Christina Edkins, aged 16, died on 7 March after being attacked on the number 9 on the Hagley Road as she travelled to school.
The service is being held at St Philip's Cathedral in Birmingham. Friends, family and pupils from her school are attending.
A 22-year-old man has been charged with murder and remains in custody.
He is detained at a secure mental health unit.
'Happy and beautiful'In a statement on behalf of Christina's family, her cousin Stephen Newby said: "We today will say goodbye to Christina and we are devastated that she should have been taken away so senselessly and continue to try to come to terms with what happened.
"We have been overwhelmed and comforted by the spontaneous reactions of so many people. While many of them didn't know Christina, all have been touched in some way by this tragic event and share in our grief."
He also thanked people their support and kindness, adding: "The determination and support of the police has been invaluable at this very difficult time, and we wish to thank all the officers involved."
Dariess Davey, who used to walk with Christina into Leasowes High School near Halesowen, said she was "happy, beautiful and welcoming".
The Dean of Birmingham, the Very Reverend Catherine Ogle, said it was "a sad privilege" for the cathedral to conduct the funeral.
She added: "We extend heart-felt sympathy and prayers to her family and friends."
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