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Joan Rivers Death Lawsuit: Melissa Rivers Says Joan Rivers 'Would Have Been Overwhelmed By Scope and Depth Of Love People Have Expressed' [VIDEO]

By Jamie Dinar | Sep 18, 2014 10:23 AM EDT

Melissa Rivers has finally broken her silence over her mother's unexpected death.

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As previously reported, Joan Rivers died on Sept. 4 after an unauthorized throat biopsy at New York City's Yorkville Endoscopy Center. On Wednesday, Melissa took to WhoSay to share a short statement about her mom, thanking fans for their love and support.

"As my son Cooper and I mourn the loss of my mother, we want to thank everyone for the beautiful cards and flowers conveying heartfelt messages and condolences, which continue to arrive from around the world and through social media. My mother would have been overwhelmed by the scope and depth of the love that people have expressed for her. It is certainly helping to lift our spirits during this time," she wrote, according to a Sept. 17 report by Us Weekly. "We are forever grateful for your kindness and support in continuing to honor my mother's legacy, and for remembering the joy and laughter that she brought to so many."

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Joan was laid to rest on Sunday, Sept. 7 in a lavish New York City funeral, where Melissa delivered a hilarious eulogy, recounting her time with her mother. She concluded her speech by saying she is "grateful for every minute Cooper and I have with you," reported Us Weekly.

The service was followed by a celebration attended by celebrities and other loved ones.

There is a muddle of mystery surrounding Joan Rivers' death. Yesterday, it was reported the unauthorized ears, nose and throat doctor actually took a selfie in the procedure room while Rivers was under anesthesia. This is obviously a big no-no.

Stay tuned for more information on the Fashion Police host's death.

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