Prince Harry has released a statement, paying tribute to his grandmother's "unwavering grace and dignity", which he says "remained true throughout her life and [is] now her everlasting legacy".
"In celebrating the life of my grandmother, Her Majesty The Queen - and in mourning her loss - we are all reminded of the guiding compass she was to so many in her commitment to service and duty."
He recalls the words she spoke after the passing of her husband, Prince Philip: "Life, of course, consists of final partings as well as first meetings."
Addressing the Queen directly, he writes:
"Granny, while this final parting brings us great sadness, I am forever grateful for all of our first meetings - from my earliest childhood memories with you, to meeting you for the first time as my Commander-in-Chief, to the first moment you met my darling wife and hugged your beloved great-grandchildren.
"I cherish these times shared with you, and the many other special moments in between. You are already sorely missed, not just by us, but by the world over. And as it comes to first meetings, we now honour my father in his new role as King Charles III.
"Thank you for your commitment to service. Thank you for your sound advice. Thank you for your infectious smile.
"We, too, smile knowing that you and grandpa are reunited now, and both together in peace."
Latest Stories
-
Netflix debuts Grain Media’s explosive film
4 mins -
‘Expired’ rice scandal: FDA is complicit; top officials must be fired – Ablakwa
39 mins -
#TheManifestoDebate: We’ll provide potable water, expand water distribution network – NDC
57 mins -
IPR Ghana@50: Pupils educated to keep the environment clean
1 hour -
PenTrust CEO named ‘Best Pensions CEO’, company wins ‘Scheme Administrator Award’ at Ghana Accountancy & Finance Awards 2024
1 hour -
Alan Kyerematen’s ‘Brighter Future for Health Professionals’ in Ghana Revealed in Bono
2 hours -
#TheManifestoDebate: NPP will ensure a safer, cleaner and greener environment – Dr Kokofu
2 hours -
2024 Election: Police to deal with individuals who will cause trouble – IGP
2 hours -
Seychelles President’s visit rekindles historical and diplomatic ties with Ghana
2 hours -
Election 2024: EC destroys defective ballot papers for Ahafo and Volta regions
2 hours -
2024 Election: I am sad EC disqualified me, but I endorse CPP’s candidate – PNP’s Nabla
2 hours -
I want to build a modern, inclusive country anchored by systems and data – Bawumia to CSOs
2 hours -
Miss Health Ghana 2024: Kujori Esther Cachana crowned new Health Ambassador
3 hours -
Playback: The manifesto debate on WASH and climate change
3 hours -
Alan Kyerematen saddened by NDC and NPP’s neglect of Krofrom Market in the Ashanti Region
3 hours