Cory Monteith's estranged father was even more devastated after finding out that the remains of the actor was cremated yesterday before he had a chance to pay his last respects.

Monteith's mother, brother and girlfriend Lea Michele staged a private viewing and farewell in Vancouver. This was a day after the autopsy has been finished. However, his father was not invited.

Broken Hearted Joe Monteith, who is divorced from Ann, Cory's mother, told TMZ.com that he had learned of the cremation after it had taken place.

In addition, Joe stated that he had always loved both of his sons. He is going to miss Cory very much. He also said that he is deeply saddened by the fact that they did not have a chance to say goodbye to Cory before he was cremated.

Spokesperson for Montieth and Michele have yet to confirm of the said cremation.

Michele's grandfather said that the Glee stars who fell in love on the set of Glee had plans to marry each other in the near future.

The couple went public in 2012 however both of them did not confirm nor deny the reports of engagement earlier this year.

Fellow Glee star Dianna Agron has spoken about Cory's death stating that she has lost a dear friend in Cory.

Agron, who plays Quinn in the show was a cheerleader and a lover of Finn, Cory's character.

Agron added that she has never lost a friend. In this sad and unfortunate time, she tries to remember all the wonderful memories she shared with Cory. She further added that he was one of the generous people she had ever met.

Agron offered her condolences to his family and his girlfriend, Lea Michele.

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