Victoria's longest-serving Labor premier John Cain will be remembered at a state memorial in Melbourne.
The state's 41st premier will be farewelled by friends and family at St Paul's Cathedral at 11am on Monday.
The doors of the church will be open for the public at 10am.
His family requested that people consider making a donation to support the Victorian Bushfire Appeal.
A lady places a flower onto the statue of former Victorian Premier John Cain. Source: AAP
Mr Cain, 88 died on December 23 after suffering a stroke earlier in December.
The state leader is survived by wife Nancye, daughter Joanne Crothers and sons John and James.
"We are grateful John enjoyed good health and remained very active prior to his stroke. He is much loved and admired by his family and will be greatly missed," a family statement said.
Former Victorian Premier John Cain greets current Premier Daniel Andrews during Labor's election campaign. Source: AAP
He's also been praised as a principled and reformist leader, who helped make the state the cultural and sporting hub it is today.
"John's leadership transformed Labor into a party that not only represented the interests of working people - but could deliver as well," Premier Daniel Andrews said.
Former Victorian Liberal premier Jeff Kennett praised Mr Cain's ethics.
"Very sorry to hear of John Cain's death. Very committed Labor man and social justice advocate. As Premier of Victoria had strong views based on good values," Mr Kennett tweeted.
The memorial will reflect on his life and his contributions to Victoria.
One of Melbourne's most popular sporting and entertainment venues will be renamed in honour of former Victorian premier John Cain.
Naming honour
Premier Daniel Andrews announced on Monday that Melbourne Arena would become John Cain Arena as a tribute to the state's 41st premier.
Mr Cain is credited with moving the Australian Open from Kooyong to the Melbourne Park precinct, then known as the National Tennis Centre, ensuring the Grand Slam tournament remained in the state.
"John Cain made an enormous contribution to Victorian life and it's particularly appropriate that we honour his legacy at Melbourne Park," Mr Andrews said in a statement.
"People will see his name and know the story of a man who made our state a better place."
Mr Andrews said the renaming of the arena will happen in the coming months, with the move endorsed by Tennis Australia, which has agreed to relinquish naming rights.
