Funeral preparations commence for Duchess of Kent per King Charles's mandate, upholding her last request
The Duchess of Kent, a beloved senior member of the royal family, passed away peacefully at Kensington Palace on Friday at the age of 92. Her funeral arrangements, which will reflect her personal wishes and values, have been confirmed by the Palace to be a Catholic one, making her the first member of the royal family to convert to Catholicism in over 300 years.
In an interview with BBC, the Duchess expressed her love for the guidelines from the Catholic Church. She had been a devout Catholic Christian for many years, finding comfort and structure in the Church's expectations.
The Duchess's funeral will take place in the chapel of Kensington Palace, where she had lived with her husband, the late Duke of Kent, until her final rest. The preparations for the honorable farewell were organized by Buckingham Palace, as announced officially by the Royal Family.
The Duchess's decision to convert to Catholicism and her funeral arrangements were personal decisions she had pondered for a long time. She converted to Catholicism in 1994, and her funeral will be a solemn celebration of her life and faith.
As the aunt of King Charles, the Duchess of Kent will be honored with a proper send-off. The King has expressed his condolences and shared memories of his Aunt Rose, as she was affectionately known. The Duchess will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and the many people whose lives she touched.
Royal Correspondent Danielle Stacey confirmed this information, as did an expert who spoke to Hello! magazine. The expert also confirmed that the Palace has said that the Duchess's funeral arrangements will reflect her personal wishes, in line with her values and faith.
The Duchess of Kent was the wife of the late Queen Elizabeth's cousin, the Duke of Kent. Together, they had a long and happy marriage, and the Duchess was a much-loved member of the royal family. Her passing is a great loss, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
