Prince Philip’s Final Moments: Countess of Wessex Reveals Peaceful Passing

The Countess of Wessex, alongside her husband Prince Edward and their daughter Lady Louise Windsor, attended a church service to pay their respects to Prince Philip.

During the service, Sophie publicly shared the Duke's final moments, revealing that he passed away peacefully on Friday morning.

The emotional couple was seen trying to hold back tears as they spoke with reporters and mourners after leaving the Royal Chapel of All Saints at Royal Lodge in Windsor on Sunday morning.

When asked about the Queen's wellbeing, Sophie showed her selflessness by saying, “She's amazing,” putting others before herself.

Speaking to another mourner, she expressed the overwhelming feeling of loss, stating, “You know it's going to happen but when it happens it's just this massive, massive hole.”

Prince Edward added that his mother is coping and expressed gratitude for the outpouring of affection from the public since Philip's passing was announced on Friday.

He acknowledged the importance of the tributes and heartwarming stories, emphasizing how much they mean to the royal family.

Sophie also mentioned the warm wishes that have flooded in from around the world, appreciating the opportunity for people to learn about Philip's impactful life.

She highlighted his integral role in society and how many may have been surprised by the extent of his contributions.

Sophie shared, “I have heard things which I didn't even know as well.

For so many people, they'll have been learning a lot about him, which I think is important.”

The global outpouring of support has touched the wider family and other countries where Philip is still fondly remembered.

Reflecting on her father-in-law's final moments, Sophie described them as gentle and peaceful.

She likened it to someone taking him by the hand and guiding him on his journey.

She expressed that such a peaceful passing is all one could hope for, although it is undoubtedly harder for those left behind.

Sophie acknowledged the incredible tributes left by the public but lamented that the ongoing pandemic prevents people from coming together as they naturally would, making the grieving process more challenging.

Prince Edward, the Queen and Philip's youngest son, shared his own perspective on the loss.

Despite trying to prepare oneself for such an event, he admitted that it still came as a dreadful shock.

However, he expressed gratitude for the extraordinary tributes and memories shared by so many, emphasizing that Philip meant a great deal to numerous people beyond their immediate family.

Edward's heart also went out to all those who worked at the Royal Residences, recognizing their personal loss and the impact Philip had on their lives.

As they stood outside the chapel, Prince Philip's youngest son extended his condolences to those who lived and worked at Balmoral and Sandringham, both past and present.

He acknowledged that each individual has their own cherished memories and stories, expressing empathy for their loss.

The Earl of Wessex concluded by saying, “He means so much to so many people here,” highlighting the profound impact Philip had on countless lives.