"HRH Princess Birgitta, sister of HM The King, passed away on the island of Mallorca on Wednesday 4th December 2024. The Princess was 87 years old.
On the occasion of the death of HRH Princess Birgitta, the following statement is made by HM The King:
“With great sadness, I have today received the news that my sister, Princess Birgitta, has passed away. My sister was a colorful and forthright person who will be deeply missed by me and my family. Together with all my family, I send my condolences to Princess Birgitta's children and grandchildren.”
Princess Birgitta was the widow of Prince Johann Georg of Hohenzollern (1932–2016) and lived on the Spanish island of Mallorca for many years. Princess Birgitta leaves behind her three children and their families.
HM The King has ordered the flags at Drottningholm Palace and Haga Palace to be flown at half mast on the 5th December.
Her Royal Highness will be laid to rest at the Royal Cemetery in Haga Park in Stockholm, in keeping with the wishes of The Princess. The burial will take place in the presence of The Princess’ family.
Additional information regarding Princess Birgitta’s funeral will be provided at a later date."
The Princess died in a local hospital in Mallorca, Spain, She suffered a broken arm and was taken to the hospital when she died shortly afterwards. She lived for many years in Santa Ponsa.
https://royalmusingsblogspotcom.blogspot.com/2016/03/prince-johann-georg-of-hohenzollern.html
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A grandson died before, at the age of 3 days.
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