A state funeral for former Prime Minister Davíð Oddsson took place at Hallgrimskirkja, where both current and former ministers, including Katrín Jakobsdóttir and Bjarni Benediktsson, came together to pay their respects. This gathering highlights Oddsson's significant role in Iceland's political history as he served as Prime Minister from 1991 to 2004 and was a prominent figure in the Independence Party.

The last official funeral of this nature was held for former Prime Minister Halldór Ásgrímsson in 2015, indicating the rarity and importance of such public tributes in Iceland. Public funerals were more common in the past for notable figures including celebrated artists like Kjarval and Laxness, reflecting societal values of honoring significant contributions to the nation.

Attendees at the funeral as well as the ceremony itself were marked by a sense of unity and respect, as the presence of leading political figures emphasized Oddsson's impact on the country’s direction during a transformative period. The memorial service served not only as a farewell but also as a reminder of the political dynamics and history in Iceland over the last few decades.