Queen Elizabeth funeral and looking forward

[Neapolitan Ice Cream]

She really was game to the very end! Like in her Jubilee - she performed in a comedy with Paddington Bear, featuring the infamous marmalade sandwiches

 

[TLSnell1981]

With the passing of Prince Phillip, you could say she died of a broken heart.

As someone who has a long loving and strong relationship...I understand.

The vile nasty comments by some are absolutely sickening imo Soooo much hatred in our world.

Sending peace and prayers for all who loved and appreciated The Queen.

 

[Neapolitan Ice Cream]

"King Charles III"...

Still sounds a little strange.

 

[Southernmiss]

Loved this story

https://twitter.com/x/status/1567894552744271872

 

[TipsyTraveler]

According to this timeline, William, Andrew, Edward, and Sophie didn’t make it there in time, either.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/sep/08/queen-elizabeth-dies-key-moments-from-a-dramatic-day

 

[AustinTink]

 

[nycdisneygal]

Very sad. Although she had a privileged life she had a lot of responsibility thrust at her at a young age. She was so classy. It was heartbreaking to see her at Prince Phillip's funeral - sitting there by herself. Awful.

 

[HiStitch626]

Plans are already set. I suspect that the Queen herself signed off on this.

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/08/queen-elizabeth-is-dead-here-are-the-plans-for-the-next-10-days.html

 

[Cheburashka]

According to this timeline, William, Andrew, Edward, and Sophie didn’t make it there in time, either.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/sep/08/queen-elizabeth-dies-key-moments-from-a-dramatic-day

No, it was reported earlier in the day before she died that all of her children were already with her.

 

[Cheburashka]

Plans are already set. I suspect that the Queen herself signed off on this.

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/08/queen-elizabeth-is-dead-here-are-the-plans-for-the-next-10-days.html

Yes, undoubtedly.

 

[SirDuff]

No, it was reported earlier in the day before she died that all of her children were already with her.

BBC just says that Prince Charles and Princess Anne were with her - not mention of the other two being there before she died. They’ve not explicitly said that they were not, but when speaking of those who were there when the Queen died, they’ve only mentioned Charles and Anne.

 

[Skippyboo]

There was lots of incorrect reports earlier of who was exactly at Balmoral or coming to Balmoral. The RAF plane landed in Aberdeen around 4pm UK time with William, Andrew, Edward and Sophie. They still had to drive to Balmoral and got there around 5. The UK Pm was told about The Queen’s death around 430 so the plane people missed her death.

 

[DisneyOma]

"King Charles III"...

Still sounds a little strange.

I keep thinking King Charles Spaniel - how unfortunate to have a dog breed named after a former king that you share a name with!

No, it was reported earlier in the day before she died that all of her children were already with her.

Reports are not always true, especially from the royal family. They are getting better about it in general, though.

While I have never agreed with her imperial rule, Queen Elizabeth had a dignity and fortitude that is lacking in her older sons, sadly. She managed to rule for over 7 decades without a major scandal in her own personal life, which is amazing!

 

[mousefan73]

I just read that Charles is giving his address at 6pm local time..

 

[fla4fun]

BBC just says that Prince Charles and Princess Anne were with her - not mention of the other two being there before she died. They’ve not explicitly said that they were not, but when speaking of those who were there when the Queen died, they’ve only mentioned Charles and Anne.

True. I feel like there is a lot of vagueness about the time of death that plays into it as well. We know she passed no later than the announcement from BP, but other than that it could have been much earlier. The only one who we know for sure arrived too late, after the public announcement, was Harry. Without a time of death, anything else is speculation. Whether we ever find out those details isn’t all that important really.

I hope that if they wanted to be there when she passed, that they were able to make it in time. Some people want to be there and some don’t. I wanted to remember the last time with my parents while they were alive, and I told my sister ahead of time that I did not want to be present when they passed. She wanted to be there, and was. It’s a very personal decision, and I am glad that I didn’t have to make it with the entire world looking over my shoulder.

 

[slo]

One of the last great ladies in the world.
There‘s a lot of great women, but she was a great lady.
God bless her and may she Rest In Peace.

 

[dvcgirl67]

While I have never agreed with her imperial rule, Queen Elizabeth had a dignity and fortitude that is lacking in her older sons, sadly. She managed to rule for over 7 decades without a major scandal in her own personal life, which is amazing!

I agree....also don't agree with imperial rule, but as you've said....we can all step back and admire her grace, dignity and steady leadership presence that she provided for seventy years. I had to stop looking at twitter yesterday because there were just so many mean and awful comments.

One interesting comment that I heard yesterday was that the Queen never gave an interview. She commented within documentaries and things, but never gave a formal official interview on camera. A big part of the reason that she was so respected was that there was a bit of a mystery about her, and she was truly a vault...she didn't speak out of turn....and the world didn't know her personal thoughts on many things. That's the problem for Charles....we've seen him for decades and do know many of his opinions....etc. I've seen him say that he won't give those opinions as sovereign....but the cat is kind of out of the bag. Same will hold true for William. There can't be a mystery about them....opinions are formed.

 

[MamaMermaid]

Yes, but she was young. Charles is my age (74). I'd hate to be starting a new job at that age. Especially since he is replacing a much loved and admired lady.

It's like reverse retirement. (I know he's done a lot of public duties his whole life but this is the real deal, right?)

 

[Babs Johnson]

I’m saddened to hear about The Queen’s passing.

I found it fascinating that the old NHL Winnipeg Jets arena had a huge portrait of Elizabeth hanging inside. I’m guessing it was installed when Winnipeg hosted the 1967 Pan-American games.


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I don’t know what happened to it after the arena was knocked down.

 

[fla4fun]

I’m saddened to hear about The Queen’s passing.

I found it fascinating that the old NHL Winnipeg Jets arena had a huge portrait of Elizabeth hanging inside. I’m guessing it was installed when Winnipeg hosted the 1967 Pan-American games.

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I don’t know what happened to it after the arena was knocked down.

This makes me wonder how quickly her portrait will be replaced around the world, since it hangs in so many places. Does the new king have a formal portrait taken right away? Or do they simply take down the old and have nothing new until much later? So many things to take care of normally after a death of a loved one, and this is like that only magnified 1000%.

I heard she had four dogs left. I wonder who gets them? I was thinking about her horses as well. I always think it’s sad when the pets outlive their human. I believe the family as a whole loves animals, so I am sure they will be provided for, but they would also be a living link to the family member they lost making them extra special.