Hundreds attend funeral of custodian killed in Nashville school shooting

Mike Hill, 61, remembered as big and strong but soft and tender', one of six killed at Covenant School in Nashville last month

Mike Hill, a 61-year-old custodian who was one of six people shot dead at a Nashville elementary school last week, was remembered on Tuesday for his loving nature, his culinary skills and his faith.

Hundreds turned out for Hill's funeral at Stephens Valley Church. The pastor, Jim Bachmann, said the hearts of the congregation were aching for the man they called Big Mike".