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Poignant link to Queen Elizabeth II included in funeral of the Duchess of Kent

A poignant link to Queen Elizabeth II formed a moving part of the funeral service for The Duchess of Kent. As the Requiem Mass came to an end at Westminster Cathedral, a lone piper walked from the Chapel of the Blessed Virgin Mary, past the coffin in the Nave and along the Centre Aisle of the church playing ”Sleep, Dearie, Sleep’. The same lament was played at Queen Elizabeth…
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Pope Leo's message of condolence on death of Duchess of Kent read at royal funeral

The Pope has sent a message of condolence which was read at the funeral of the Duchess of Kent. Katharine, who died on September 4 at the age of 92, converted to Catholicism in 1994. Pope Leo XIV sent the message to King Charles who was present at the funeral of the Duchess which took place at Westminster Cathedral. The Pope said ‘’ I was saddened to learn of the death of Her Royal…
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The Royal Family just chose this beautiful image to remember the Duchess of Kent on the day of her funeral

As the Royal Family prepared to say a final farewell to the Duchess of Kent, they chose a beautiful photo of her as a bride as a lasting memory. Just hours ahead of her funeral, the official royal social media accounts shared a stunning image of Katharine, Duchess of Kent on her wedding day. In the photo, the duchess is smiling and looks carefree while her husband gazes on lovingly. The…
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The Duchess of Kent's family accompany her coffin to Westminster Cathedral

The Duchess of Kent’s coffin has been brought to Westminster Cathedral ahead of her funeral. The Duke of Kent, leaning on the arm of his daughter, Lady Helen Taylor, bowed his head as the bearer party approached the Cathedral carrying the coffin of his wife of over 60 years. Royal Family You Tube still/ fair use The Duchess’ immediate family gathered at the Cathedral on the…
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