Buckingham Palace has announced that Queen Camilla will unfortunately miss the Duchess of Kent’s funeral service due to acute sinusitis. While she’s taking time to recover at Windsor, her thoughts remain with the Duke of Kent and the family on this emotional day.
The service is in memory of Katharine, the Duchess of Kent, known for her incredible devotion to charitable work, particularly in music and education. Her legacy lives on through organisations she supported and the countless lives she touched. She passed away peacefully earlier this month at Kensington Palace, surrounded by family.
Despite health struggles and personal heartbreaks, the Duchess was admired for her resilience and dedication. From teaching music in schools to supporting international causes, she left an indelible mark. Her life symbolised a unique chapter in royal history, being the first royal family member to convert to Roman Catholicism in over 300 years.
Her relationship with Wimbledon was legendary, famously breaking protocol to comfort Jana Novotna in 1993. Her absence will be felt by many, but memories of her vibrant spirit remain cherished.
The Duchess of Kent is fondly remembered as a beloved member of the Royal Family who tirelessly championed various causes. 💔🌹