Pyongyang, December 20 (KCNA) -- Overseas Korean compatriots staying in the DPRK Tuesday expressed condolences to the bier of leader Kim Jong Il.

The Kumsusan Memorial Palace was engulfed in bitter sorrow over the loss of the peerlessly great man who dedicated his all to the accomplishment of the revolutionary cause of Juche, the prosperity of the socialist country, the happiness of the people and the reunification of the country.

Seen standing by the side of the bier was a wreath sent by Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea.

Kim Jong Un was seen standing guard of honor by the side of the bier together with members of the National Funeral Committee.

A wreath was laid in the name of the overseas Koreans staying in the DPRK.

They expressed profound condolences to the bier.

Then they passed on their deep condolences to Kim Jong Un who heartily thanked them for it.