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Katharine, Duchess of Kent, Dies at 92, Royal Mourning Begins

Buckingham Palace set a mourning period, with funeral plans expected to reflect her Catholic faith.

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The Duchess Katharine of Kent waves to the media after being received into the Roman Catholic church by the Archbishop of Westminster, cardinal Hume at the Archbishop's House, London, 14 January 1994. Britain's Duchess of Kent has died aged 92.
Prince Michael of Kent, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, Katharine, Duchess of Kent and Lord Nicholas Windsor watch three pipers play outside Kensington Palace, London to mark the duke's 89th birthday on October 9, 2024.

Overview

  • Buckingham Palace said the Duchess passed away peacefully on Thursday night at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family.
  • The King approved royal mourning until the day of her funeral, and the date has not yet been announced.
  • The Prince and Princess of Wales paid tribute, praising her tireless support for causes and her love of music.
  • After converting to Catholicism in 1994, she is expected to have a Catholic funeral, which reports say would be a rare modern royal observance.
  • Known for low‑key service, she stepped back from duties in 2002, taught music in Hull, founded the Future Talent charity, and is survived by the Duke of Kent, their three children and ten grandchildren.