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Messages of Condolence
from the
British Jewish Community
HRH Prince Philip
Duke of Edinburgh
1921-2021The Board of Deputies of British Jews
The Board of Deputies of British Jews – its Honorary Officers, Staff and Representatives – offer our deepest
sympathies to Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and the entire Royal Family on the loss
of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
As an expression of our fealty, we have created this book of condolence, including messages of loyalty and love from
many of the Jewish community’s most significant organisations and individuals.
We hope that the messages herein will provide some small measure of comfort to Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal
Highness the Prince of Wales and the many other family members mourning the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh.
God save The Queen. Long live The Queen.
Marie van der Zyl
President
3Office of the Chief Rabbi
On behalf of the Jewish communities of the Commonwealth, I send our most profound condolences to Her Majesty
The Queen and The Royal Family on the passing of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh.
Over seven decades, he provided steadfast support to The Queen and gave exceptional service to our nation. We
express our gratitude for all he has done for Britain and the Commonwealth.
I enjoyed immensely my personal conversations with the Duke of Edinburgh, during which I was deeply moved by his
extraordinary sense of duty. A remarkable Royal, working well into his 90s, he became a role model for staying active
in one’s latter years and demonstrated an unwavering sense of responsibility to our country. His Duke of Edinburgh
Awards scheme, founded in 1956, has transformed the lives of many thousands of young people.
We remember the Duke’s interaction with, and affection for, the Jewish community in the UK and his connection with
Israel, where his mother is buried and which he visited in 1994.
We have lost a most distinguished man who was a selfless and loyal public figure. The Queen and all The Royal
Family are very much in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis
Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth
5The Federation of Synagogues
We express our great sorrow at the passing of His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh, and share our deepest
condolences with Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family.
As Royal Consort and before that in the Royal Navy, Prince Philip served his country with devotion, dedication, grace
and good humour, for over seven decades, and his presence will be sorely missed, not least by this country’s Jewish
Community.
May his memory be a blessing.
Rabbi S.F Zimmerman
Rov, Av Beis Din
Mr Andrew Cohen
President, the Federation of Synagogues
6Liberal Judaism
Your Majesty,
As President of Liberal Judaism I am sending condolences on behalf of our Movement in the form of a special prayer read out at all of
our 40 synagogues this past Sabbath. It was specially composed by one of our senior rabbis, Mark Solomon.
Prayer on the Death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Sovereign of the Universe, who gives salvation unto rulers and dominion unto princes; together with Britain and the Commonwealth,
we mourn the passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in his hundredth year of life. We give thanks for his long life, for the
seventy-three years of his marriage to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, and for the constancy and strength with which he supported
her through the long years of her reign. We honour his courageous service as a decorated naval officer in the Second World War,
his inspiring leadership of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme, and his dedication to the conservation of nature and the
environment, among all his other acts of devoted public service.
We think of his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and pray that they will find comfort in their loss and inspiration in the
example he gave of dignified service. Above all, we think of our dear Queen in this time of her loss, and pray that she will find comfort
through these dark hours and days in the recollection of their devoted partnership and their shared ideals of royal duty, as well as the
deep affection of her family, the nation and the Commonwealth.
May the Duke of Edinburgh rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing.
God Save The Queen! Amen.
I add my personal words of condolence and appreciation for the life of Prince Philip, and my hope that you and your family find
comfort in his memory and in the myriad of tributes that are pouring forth. He was so clearly admired and loved.
I have the honour, Your Majesty, to remain your most obedient servant.
Rabbi Dr Andrew Goldstein
President of Liberal Judaism
7Masorti Judaism
On behalf of Masorti Judaism, we wish to express our deep sorrow at the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip
and convey our condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all the members of The Royal Family.
We are conscious of the privilege of living in a free society in which we are at liberty to practice our Judaism and in
which different faiths are respected and celebrated. We appreciate the role of The Royal Family in honouring this
diversity.
Senior Masorti Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg had the privilege of meeting Prince Philip at the 70th anniversary of the
Council of Christians and Jews, when the Prince greeted him and his fellow rabbis and members of the Christian
clergy with customary smiles and wit.
We wish Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family comfort and strength at this painful time.
Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg
Senior Rabbi
8Movement for Reform Judaism
On behalf of The Movement for Reform Judaism in the United Kingdom, I would like to extend my deepest
sympathies to Her Majesty The Queen on the passing of her beloved husband Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
We share Her Majesty’s grief at this sad time as we remember not only the dedicated service Prince Philip gave to the
country and Commonwealth, but also his lifelong support to the Jewish community.
From the example set by his mother Princess Alice who risked her own life to save a Jewish family from the
Holocaust, Prince Philip regularly engaged with a range of Jewish charities and was a visitor to many Jewish schools.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme, in particular, will stand as a permanent legacy for our young people here
in the UK, and also in Israel.
He will be much missed.
Robert Wiltshire
Chair
9S&P Sephardi Community
On behalf of the S&P Sephardi Community we send our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The
Queen and the entire Royal Family on the loss of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. His unwavering and
steadfast partnership and support of Her Majesty The Queen, his dedicated service to his country, both militarily and
domestically, has been a source of strength and inspiration to the nation for close to three quarters of a century.
Prince Philip’s legacy, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, which he founded in 1956, has encouraged generations of
young men and women to strive for excellence, help others, and grow towards their own full potential. His charitable
works were wide-ranging and deeply substantive. He was an example to the entire nation of steadfast loyalty, duty,
advocacy, patriotism, and responsibility. We are grateful for His Royal Highness’s lifelong good works including his
efforts in interfaith dialogue and a unifying force.
Our community’s elderly care home, Edinburgh House, was named after His Royal Highness when he opened it and
became patron in 1977. We are grateful for his commitment and support to the United Kingdom’s Jewish community
over the years, following in the footsteps of his mother in her commitment to the Jewish People. We pray that Her
Majesty and the entire Royal Family find comfort and solace in this time of sorrow.
Rabbi Jospeh Dweck
Senior Rabbi
10United Synagogue
Your Majesty,
I am writing to express my sincere condolences on the sad passing of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of
Edinburgh.
On behalf of the 50,000 British men, women and children who belong to the United Synagogue, I send our
condolences to Her Majesty and Her Majesty’s children on the loss of a dear husband and father.
Prince Philip, as Royal Consort for more than 70 years has, together with The Queen, been a constant for generations
of United Synagogue members and their families, the wider Jewish community and the nation at large.
The Duke’s attendance with The Queen at an event to mark our 100th Anniversary in 1970 is remembered fondly as is
his leadership on issues such as the welfare of young people, the environment and sport.
As Jews we are commanded to leave the world a better place than how we found it. Prince Philip’s record of
championing good causes and supporting many charities means he has certainly done just that. He earned the
affection of our community and the nation and will be sorely missed.
We wish ‘chayim aruchim’, long life, to Her Majesty and The Royal Family.
I have the honour to be, Madam, Your Majesty’s humble and obedient servant.
Michael Goldstein
President Celebrating
150 Yea r s
11Bradford Tree of Life Synagogue
Your Majesty, on behalf of the Members and Friends of this Synagogue we send you our most loyal and deepest
sympathy on your very sad personal bereavement, shared by the world and therefor hopefully lightened just a little.
The Jewish expression on these occasions is that we wish you a long life.
Yours cordially,
Dr. Rudi Leavor BEM
12Etz Chaim Synagogue, Leeds
On behalf of the entire community of Etz Chaim Synagogue, Leeds, we would like to express our deepest sympathy
and sincere condolences to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and other
members of The Royal Family on the sad loss of His Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
The memory of the Duke of Edinburgh remains alive in our hearts, and his selfless service to our nation will continue
to inspire us.
We pray to the Almighty to grant Her Majesty comfort and consolation at this difficult time and bestow His blessing
on her and all The Royal Family.
Rabbi Shalom Kupperman
Rabbi Anthony Gilbert
13Newcastle Reform Synagogue
The loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather cannot be under estimated. The lifetime of
wisdom which HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, gave to his family, friends and country will be his lasting
memorial.
In the age old tradition of Judaism, I wish Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth and all the Royal family, ‘Long Life’.
With deepest condolences,
Brenda Dinsdale, Hon Life President
14West London Synagogue
With sincere condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family from the West London Synagogue of
British Jews.
Andrew Stone
Chairman
15Association of Jewish Ex-Servicemen and Women (AJEX)
The leadership and membership of the Association of Jewish Ex-Servicemen and Women (AJEX) Jewish Military
Association, are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Philip has dedicated his life in the service of our country, and his wartime heroism as an operational Royal
Navy officer typified his courage and commitment to his country, and to the democratic values that we hold so dear.
His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh honoured AJEX on two occasions as Reviewing Officer at our
annual November Remembrance event at the Cenotaph. The thoughts and prayers of all of us at AJEX JMA at this
sad time are with Her Majesty The Queen, and all members of The Royal Family, to whom we extend our deepest and
most sincere condolences.
Mike Bluestone
16British Emunah
On behalf of The Trustees, Executive, Chairman, Director and all the staff at British Emunah, it is with deep sadness
that we learnt of the passing of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. Everyone at British Emunah joins me in sending you and
all your family our most sincere condolences on your loss. So many wonderful words have been spoken about the
amazing work that The Duke of Edinburgh undertook over so many decades but we feel that no actual words could
begin to comfort you on your loss. Our only hope is that all the wonderful and cherished memories of The Duke of
Edinburgh will get you through these most challenging times.
May you find comfort among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
May his memory be a blessing to you all and may you be spared further sorrow.
17Chana Charity
The Chana charity sends condolences to The Queen on the loss of her husband, HRH Prince Philip, Duke of
Edinburgh. As a charity with family at its core, helping Jewish couples and individuals with fertility challenges we
reflect on the family man, the longitude of his loyal service & the wonderful legacy he was blessed to leave behind in
his four children, eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. May his memory be a blessing to them.
Carolyn Cohen
Honorary Executive Director and Principal Social Worker
18Community Security Trust
The volunteers, staff and trustees of Community Security Trust offer our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The
Queen and all of The Royal Family on the sad loss of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. We will always remember and
cherish the Prince’s support and friendship for our Jewish community, as well as his steadfast courage against Nazi
Germany.
Mark Gardner
Chief Executive
19Jewish Child’s Day
On behalf of Trustees, National Council, staff and the many children we support across the world we mourn the
passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Throughout his life, Prince Philip committed his life to the service of
our country and the Commonwealth and offered unwavering support to Her Majesty The Queen over the 73 years of
their marriage.
His service reached all corners of the world and we particularly recognise his support of our community, of Israel
and the establishment of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme which so many children benefitted from, and which
we see other organisations emulating in some form. May his memory be a blessing and we join the community in
extending blessings of Long Life to HM The Queen, and to all The Royal Family.
Charles Spungin
Chairman Jewish Child’s Day
20Jewish Lads’ & Girls’ Brigade
It was with deep sadness that we learnt of the passing of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. The JLGB is proud to have had
such a long association with His Royal Highness since he first created his Award scheme 65 years ago.
Since then, taking on the challenge of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has become a rite of passage for thousands of Jewish teenagers
in our community, with many receiving their Gold Award from the Duke himself.
In so many encounters across generations that our young award participants and volunteers were honoured to have with him, he
would always instantly recognise those from JLGB and would take extra time to speak with them about their experiences.
With great enthusiasm and intrigue he also took a keen interest in understanding the specialist kosher expedition provision JLGB
provides to ensure Jewish young people could fully access the DofE.
Many of our alumni today will also fondly remember the Royal Albert Hall ‘Cavalcade’ event of 1976, where The Duke of Edinburgh was
our guest of honour.
His legacy and impact will live on through the millions of young people who have been empowered with the skills, confidence and
resilience they need to realise their potential and make a positive difference in their local communities and wider society.
We send our deepest sympathies to Her Majesty The Queen, our Patron HRH The Prince of Wales and all The Royal Family.
The Lord Levy
JLGB President
Norman Terret
JLGB Chairman of Trustees
Neil Martin OBE
JLGB Chief Executive
21Jewish Leadership Council
As leaders of the Jewish Leadership Council we wish to pass on our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen,
on the loss of HRH Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip.
Prince Philip enjoyed a longstanding and fond relationship with the Jewish people, our community and many of the
organisations we represent. He had been present at pivotal moments marking the history of Anglo-Jewry, whether
celebrating the 100th anniversary of the United Synagogue or his visit to the Sternberg Centre, the home of the
Movement for Reform Judaism.
We also know how proud he was of his mother, Princess Alice of Battenberg. Her role in saving six Jews from the
Holocaust rightly saw her recognised by Yad Vashem as a Righteous Among the Nations.
He devoted his long life to public service and we share many happy memories of his engagements with the Jewish
community.
Our thoughts are with Her Majesty, and the entire Royal Family at this time.
May his memory be a blessing.
Jonathan Goldstein
Chair
Debra Fox
Vice-Chair
22Jewish Leadership Council
Alongside our Chair and Vice-Chair, we wish to pass on our sincerest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen on the
loss of her husband, HRH Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip.
Prince Philip was the embodiment of leadership and lifelong service - qualities we aim to instil within the Jewish
community through our work and programmes.
His vision and creation of the Duke of Edinburgh Award is a legacy that inspires across generations in our community
and will continue to do so long after his passing. For our community it is of particular pride that this awards
programme was a collaboration with German Jewish refugee Kurt Hahn.
Together with the nation, we mourn the loss of His Royal Highness and our thoughts are with Her Majesty and the
entire Royal Family.
May his memory be a blessing.
Michelle Janes and Claudia Mendoza
Co-Chief Executives
23Jewish Volunteering Network
The Jewish Volunteering Network sends our sincere condolences and blessings for long life to Her Majesty Queen
Elizabeth and all The Royal Family on the very sad passing away of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Philip was a remarkable man who gave so much to the people of this country. His charitable work is legendary
and his volunteering is inestimable. His memory will always be a blessing.
Nicky Goldman
Chief Executive
24Jewish Women’s Aid
The board, staff and volunteers at Jewish Women’s Aid send our heartfelt condolences to her Majesty and all the
Royal family. Our thoughts are with all those mourning the loss of His Royal Highness, the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince
Philip, at this sad time.
Caroline Ratner
25International Council of Jewish Women around the World
Sincere condolences to HM The Queen and all the family on the sad loss of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh from all
members of the International Council of Jewish Women around the World.
Penelope Conway
26Maccabi GB
Madam,
On behalf of everyone at Maccabi GB, I write to express how saddened we were to hear of the passing of your dear
husband, The Duke of Edinburgh.
The Duke’s philanthropism, not just in the UK but across the Commonwealth and worldwide, is both humbling and
inspiring.
We know this must be a very difficult time for you and your family, particularly in these challenging times, but we
would like you to know that our thoughts are with you and your family and may the cherished memories you hold dear
of The Duke of Edinburgh help to sustain you at this sad time.
I have the honour to remain, Madam, Your Majesty’s most humble and obedient servant.
Ashley Lerner
CEO
27Magen David Adom UK
Magen David Adom UK, together with our colleagues at Magen David Adom in Israel, would like to convey to Her
Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family our heartfelt condolences on the loss of His Royal Highness Prince
Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip’s connection to the State of Israel and the Jewish community in the UK,
through first his mother and then his personal support over the years, is something we are all immensely proud of.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Daniel Burger
Chief Executive
28Major Clive Behrens Branch of the RBL
On behalf of my self and my fellow members of the Major Clive Behrens Branch of the RBL, I would like to express
our great sadness at the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. We are thankful for his unstinting support
for our UK Jewish veterans and in particular the RBL and its Jewish membership. We are extremely thankful for his
contribution and support to the UK Jewish Military community which has been a constant over many decades. We
will always remember and cherish his exemplary commitment to our community.
Nick Chapler-Smyth
29Manchester Jewish Representative Council
The Jewish Community of Greater Manchester and Region, join with the whole of the United Kingdom in mourning
the sad passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and wish The Queen and all The Royal Family Long Life
and hope they all will be spared further sorrow for many years to come
Russell Conn
President of the Jewish Representative Council of Greater Manchester and Region
30March of the Living UK
As a Holocaust charity in this country we fully recognise the contribution that HRH Prince Philip gave to Holocaust
education. Being the son of a Righteous Among the Nations, he treasured that relationship with the Jewish
community and the belief in the importance of Holocaust Education. We mourn along with the rest of the country
his passing and wish Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and all the members of
The Royal Family the best of comfort at this difficult time.
31Mitzvah Day
Mitzvah Day joins the Jewish community, the country and the commonwealth in mourning the death of His Royal
Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Philip was a friend and supporter of the Jewish community particularly encouraging and championing
social action and volunteering initiatives especially for young people reinforcing their importance in British society
throughout his many years of dedicated public service.
May his memory be a blessing and may the Royal family be comforted in their time of grief.
Georgina Bye
Chief Executive
32Norwood
All the Norwood family including staff, service users, trustees and co-presidents send heartfelt and sincere
condolences to our Patron, HM The Queen, on the passing of her husband, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. At her side
for more than 73 years as a constant source of support and advice, he was a dedicated public servant to the people
of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. He had a warm relationship with our community not least through
the Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme and also the story of his mother, Princess Alice of Battenberg, who sheltered
Jews in the Shoah. Our thoughts are with The Queen, The Prince of Wales and the rest of The Royal Family at this sad
time.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Dr Beverley Jacobson
Chief Executive
33Paperweight Trust
The Trustees of Paperweight extend their condolences to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and all her family on the
loss of His Royal Highness Prince Philip who brightened the nation’s lives and embodied all that is best about the
Monarchy.
Bayla Perrin
Chief Executive
34StandWithUs UK
The Staff, Board and Trustees of StandWithUs are deeply saddened by the death of Prince Philip, the Duke of
Edinburgh, who was a dear friend of the Jewish community. In 1994, he was the first member of The Royal Family
to visit the State of Israel, where he honoured his mother, Princess Alice of Battenburg, at a Yad Vashem Ceremony.
Princess Alice, buried in Jerusalem, at the foot of the Mount of Olives, was recognised as a “Righteous Among the
Nations”. She saved three members of a Jewish family during the Nazi occupation of Greece. Prince Philip visited her
burial site, met with members of the Cohen family she had hidden in her Athens palace and met with Jewish veterans
of World War II. Our sincere condolences are with The Queen and The Royal Family at this sad time.
Sara Sherrard
Executive Director
35UJIA
On behalf of The United Jewish Israel Appeal (UJIA) we extend our deepest condolences to HRH Queen Elizabeth II
and The Royal Family. Prince Philip was a true friend of Israel and the Jewish Community and will be deeply missed
by us all. In the spirit of our tradition, we wish the family a Long Life and that they will know no more sorrow.
Mandie Winston
Chief Executive
36Univeristy Jewish Chaplaincy
Over an extraordinarily productive and successful life – both in his own endeavours and supporting The Queen -
HRH Prince Philip has been a remarkable example of stability, loyalty and sense of duty a role model for the Jewish
community and for the whole of British society. Notwithstanding his position, he found a place focusing on projects
that have brought together from all backgrounds, such as the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme and St George’s
House, an initiative from which our own Chaplains have benefited. His passing is a profound loss and we send our
deepest condolences to The Queen and other members of The Royal Family.
37Work Avenue
We are saddened to hear of the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
His contribution to the charitable sector and public service has been immeasurable. Specifically, The Duke of
Edinburgh awards, which transforms the lives of many young people. The scheme is widely recognised by employers
as the definitive qualification for demonstrating self-reliance, self-motivation, commitment and dedication which are
values that are intrinsic to the employment process.
Our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family.
38World Jewish Relief
On behalf of all Trustees, staff and partner organisations at World Jewish Relief, we wanted to pass on our thoughts
and wishes to all The Royal Family following the death of His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh. The Royal
Family are in our thoughts, and we hope that the outpouring of support and good wishes from all over the world bring
them some comfort.
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh was an outstanding public servant and a good friend of World Jewish
Relief. Many of our supporters recall with great nostalgia, his attendance and address at our 60th Anniversary Dinner,
bringing passion, leadership and good humour to an audience that was deeply appreciative of his assistance.
We hope that his full life of remarkable public duty, care for the environment, inspiration for young people and family
support bring you comfort and fond memories. May his memory be for a blessing.
Paul Anticoni
Chief Executive
39" As Deputy for Masorti Judaism, I extend my and our " We offer our deepest sympathies to The Royal Family on
communities’ condolences. We are very conscious of the death of a great man.
Prince Philip’s wartime service, his commitment to the Alan Vinegrad
Jewish community through various charities and acts,
and to Israel. As is the custom among British Jews, I wish " A strong-minded man of duty to his wife and adopted
The Royal Family, in its time period of mourning, a long country.
life. Albert King
Adam Rose
" We send our heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The
" I would like Her Majesty, His Royal Highness the Prince of Queen on the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of
Wales and other members of The Royal Family to know Edinburgh. His upright behaviour made him a wonderful
that my thoughts and prayers are with them. role model. A man of principal and conviction, he was
Alan Alexander her most stalwart supporter during turbulent times. We
admired and respected him greatly. May he rest in peace.
" Sending our sincerest condolences to The Queen and Alec and Susan Cohen
Royal Family for their loss. The Duke of Edinburgh has left
a large legacy of public service of which we are all very " HRH Prince Philip was a good friend to the Jewish
thankful. May you all be comforted by the outpouring of community. His commitment to public service was
love surrounding him. absolute and my thoughts and prayers are with The
From everyone at All Aboard Charity Shops Queen and The Royal Family at this sad time.
Amanda Bowman
" I offer my sincere condolences to Her Majesty and The
Royal Family, we have lost a remarkable person.
Alan Moss
40" We send our sincere condolences to Her Majesty The " Such a great loss to all.
Queen, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and Anne Hyman
other members of The Royal Family on the passing of
HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. " May you rest in peace after serving our Queen and country
May his dear soul Rest in Peace. so superbly for so many years. The nation as a whole will
Andrea & Malcolm Cowan surely miss your wit humour and presence.
Anthony Rothstein (Stein)
" Our condolences to The Queen and her family on the
passing of Prince Philip. " His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh,
Ann Lewis has been an inspiration to us all throughout our lives. HIs
devotion and dedication to the service of the nation has
" It was with great sadness that we learnt of the passing been an example to us all. We send our deepest sympathy
of HRH, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. On behalf of the and heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty, The Queen and
Hull Jewish Community, I would like to offer my sincere all The Royal Family.
condolences to HRH Queen Elizabeth, her family and all Audrey & Alan Kneller
who mourn his passing. May his memory be a blessing.
Anna Grantham " Deepest sympathy for Her Majesty and the Royal family.
It is a great loss for all of us including the Jewish
" He was a remarkable man who will be very much missed community.
I send my condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all Austin Burton
the royal family and wish them happy memories.
Annabelle Daiches " Thank you for all you have done for this country.
Rest in peace.
Aviran Reuven
41" So very saddened by the loss of a very special man. " We offer our heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The
Avril and Martin Levy Queen and The Royal Family on the passing of His Royal
Highness Prince Philip. We thank him for his service and
" We admired Prince Philip so much and greatly respected for his friendship and kindness to the Jewish Community.
the understated role he played. We wish Her Majesty The May his memory be a blessing.
Queen together with the whole Royal family a long and Barry & Gillian Freed
healthy life.
Barbara and Philip Cammerman " A great friend of the Jewish Community and I, as
President of Radlett Reform Synagogue, wish to offer the
" Deepest condolences to Her Majesty and The Royal condolences of my wife and myself to The Queen and his
Family. family. Zichrono L’vracha - may his memory be a blessing
Barbara Levy to them. I met and hosted him at The Sternberg Centre for
Judaism where I enjoyed his sense of humour, as I have
" Sincere condolences from Barbara Cline and family of recorded in both the JC and The Times Tribute page.
Leeds. Barry Hyman
Barbara Maureen Cline
" As one who benefited so much from the Duke Of
" A wonderful man, never to be forgotten. Edinburgh’s Award many years ago, I wish to add my
May his Dear Soul Rest in Peace. sincerest condolences to Her Majesty and all the Royal
Barbara Berg
family on the loss of HRH Prince Philip.
Barry Levene
42" We are sorry to lose a friend to our community and a " As a Deputy of the Board of Deputies for British Jews
leader of our nation. We send our condolences to Her representing AJEX, the Jewish Military Association UK,
Majesty The Queen, The Prince of Wales, The Princess may we convey our deep respect and send our sincere
Royal, The Duke of York and the Duke of Wessex. condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal
The traditional Jewish condolence to the mourners is Family on the death of the Duke of Edinburgh. The Duke
“May the Almighty comfort you among those who mourn honoured AJEX as the reviewing officer at our Annual
for Zion and Jerusalem”. Remembrance Parade twice and was a true friend of our
Bernard Taub community. Personally the Duke was a huge inspiration to
my life. He had the most wonderful way of engaging with
" To HRH Queen Elizabeth II, you when he spoke to you. He was interested in you and
We would like express our most sincere condolences on what you said, he would ask questions and freely give his
the passing of your beloved husband HRH Prince Philip, opinions. I remember his smile and his sense of humour.
The Duke of Edinburgh and we are very sorry for your loss. And his diplomacy. When I commented on the sad decline
He will be sorely missed. in the Royal Navy, he replied “ I take your point”. RIP Sir,
With Deepest Sympathy, thank you for your service and your wisdom. May you
Bernice and Sigui Glatt have Calm Seas and Fair Winds.
Brian Bloom, AJEX
" Sincere condolences to HM Queen Elizabeth and all The
Royal Family upon the sad loss of HRH Prince Philip, a " Prince Philip adopted this country, like many, of the
truly remarkable man. May his dear soul rest in peace. Jewish community, and made an indelible mark on its
Betsy & Gary Winston history and future. He will be sorely missed.
Brian Bradley
43" I had the great privilege and pleasure of meeting Prince " An exemplary life of duty and service to her Majesty The
Philip in 2012, at Buckingham Palace. How sad to learn of Queen and the United Kingdom and above all a true love
the passing of one who served his nation so well, for so story. My thoughts go to the whole Royal Family at this
long. I offer my deepest condolences to HM The Queen sad time.
and the entire Royal Family. I also offer condolences Caroline Weston
on behalf of the members of the Jewish community
that I serve, in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. In deep " A Great Personality.
appreciation and with a heavy heart. A rock and stalwart to our beloved Queen.
Cantor Leon Litvack Long Life.
Cecil Josman
" He was an amazing man who did so much for the world
and was always there to support The Queen. Heartfelt " Please accept our sincere condolences, we wish The
condolences to all the family. Queen peace and comfort. Prince Philip was a man of his
Carol Woolf time.
Charles and Irene Drecksler
" Prince Philip spent his life showing us the meaning of
duty. We were blessed to benefit from his life of service. I " Please accept my sincere condolences for HRH Prince
mourn his loss along with the Jewish Community and the Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. We will also always
whole country. May fond memories comfort The Queen remember the bravery of his mother in sheltering Jews
and her family and may his memory be for a blessing. during the second world war.
Carole Abrahams Charles D Posner
44" A great example to us all and a good friend to the Jewish Warmest wishes,
Community. Wishing HRH Queen Elizabeth and all the Cheryl & Ashley Gold
Royal family a long life free of further sorrow. May his dear
soul rest in peace. " Sending our condolences on the sad death of HRH Prince
Charles Hurst Philip on a long life filled with activity, adventure, good
deeds and dutiful service. Wishing long life to The Royal
" An inspiration to millions. A great servant to The Queen Family.
and the country. Will be sadly missed Claire & Robin, Daniel, Joe and Katie Hilton
Charles Ross
" My sincere condolences to The Royal Family on the sad
" Heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all passing of Prince Philip.
members of The Royal Family. Prince Philip will always be Clare Ray
remembered, especially as The Queen’s greatest support
and her rock. May his memory be a blessing. " Extending to the Royal family my heartfelt sympathy
Charles Trager and condolences on the sad occasion of Prince Philip’s
passing. He served his country with distinction. May his
" We always found the Duke so easy to talk to and memory be as a blessing.
knowledgeable on design and how it helps British Clive Perilly
industry. Extremely sad to lose such a vital person.
Cherrill and Ian Scheer " My deepest condolences on the passing of the Duke of
Edinburgh, I had the pleasure of meeting him, with Her
" To The Queen and The Royal Family, Majesty. A sad loss to the Nation.
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Prince Cllr Lawrence Williams
Philip. We hope that you feel surrounded by much love.
45" Your Majesty, " A true man of the people.
It was with great sorrow that I learned of the passing David & Rosalind Bickler
away of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of
Edinburgh. Over many decades I have really admired " Our condolences to The Royal Family.
his forthright approach, always sincere and, where David and Ruth Selo
appropriate, tinged with humour. Traditionally, in the
Jewish faith, we wish the close family of the bereaved “A " My late Parents left all their possessions behind and
Long Life” and no further troubles, and this is what I wish risked everything in order to rebuild their lives, and raise a
to you and your family. Family, in a Britain characterised by the kind and generous
Colin Glass OBE
acts and attitudes towards those of other faiths and
cultures, which Your Majesty, the late Duke of Edinburgh,
" A life well lived. A shining example to us all. Sincere and Prince Charles so proudly and genuinely uphold. May
sympathy to his dear family. his dear soul rest in peace.
Corinne Rein David Grunwerg
" I send my wishes to Her Majesty & Family for a long lLife " Our sincere sympathies. Jewish Teaching tells us that the
and only happy future, on the passing of a wonderful dash between the date of birth and the date of death on
gentleman. My grandson participated in His Award a tombstone represents their life. Some have a short but
Scheme. active life & others a long physical life but achieve little.
Cyril Levy Few have the merit of both a long physical life but also an
action packed and meaningful one. HRH is one of those
" He was an extraordinary servant to the country and a people and I hope the memories of what he achieved
great friend to the community. during his lifetime will be a comfort to all the family.
Daniel Levy David Marks
46" On behalf of myself and the Leicester Jewish community, I wish you all long life. May his memory be always a
we send our heartfelt condolences on the sad passing of blessing.
HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, the father of the country. We In sadness.
all share in your loss. Denise Lester, Deputy for South Hampstead
David May United Synagogue
" May he rest in peace. " It was with much sadness that my husband and I
David Mendelssohn heard of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
He was an amazing man who lived an amazing life!
" Dear Madam, Our condolences to all the Royal family.
We send you and your family our deepest condolences on Diane & Graham Linton
the passing of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.
Yours and his service to this nation, the Commonwealth " I wish to add my sincerest condolences to HM The Queen
and the rest of the world is immeasurable. Your many and her family on the death of HRH the Prince Philip,
loyal subjects mourn with you and we pray this will bring Duke of Edinburgh, a man of great stature and positive
comfort in in the days ahead. influence and who served our country well. He will be
We remain Madam, your Majesty’s loyal subjects. much missed. With sincerest sympathies and traditional
Deborah and Robin Porter wishes for Long Life - may his memory be for a blessing.
Doris Levinson
" To Her Majesty and to all of The Royal Family.
I wish to extend my most sincere condolences to you all " His memory is a blessing to us all.
on the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Douglas Banin
He was a lion amongst men, in valour, honour, values,
deeds and dedication to his family and country.
47" No tribute is great enough to express our gratitude for With heartfelt condolences,
his shining example of selfless dedication and duty. His Shari Cohn-Simmen and family
contribution to the wellbeing of the nation was unique and
irreplaceable. " My wife and I send our sincerest condolences to The
Dr Joseph Gerald Benjamin Queen and all The Royal Family for the death of the Duke
of Edinburgh who we much admired.
" With respect, condolences and gratitude for a life given to Edward Green
the service of others.
Dr Katy Radford " We have good memories of the late Prince Philip, for
the strength of character he showed throughout his life.
" Dear Majesty The Queen and all members of The Royal What a wonderful example he was to marriage. You have
Family, to work in a marriage to be successful and to be a good
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family team. He certainly demonstrated this ethic. We wish
for the loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather all the family good health and good times in the future.
and great-grandfather, HRH, Prince Philip, the Duke of Respectfully,
Edinburgh. We wish to acknowledge the lifetime of service Elaine and Anthony Israel
that he generously gave to the country. We in Edinburgh
always felt a special connection with Prince Philip, the " Rest in Peace.
Duke of Edinburgh. We join you in prayer, may his memory Elaine Vites
be a blessing to you, your family and the country.
" Wishing the family a ‘long life’ free from further sorrow.
Eleanor Frances Platt QC
48" It was with great sadness that we heard of the passing " Please accept our condolences at the loss of Prince
away of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh last Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. His drive, aspiration and
weekend. He was a wonderful person, serving our country, initiatives to enhance the lives of underprivileged young
and a great tower of strength to The Queen. He was a people changed not only their futures but often the
family man and supportive to his family. He did so much futures of whole families and communities. His vision and
for Conservation and Nature, and also for young people - understanding of the needs of others will be sadly missed.
as in the Duke of Edinburgh award. Ethne Woldman MBE and Harold Woldman
May he rest in peace. Our condolences to The Queen and
all her family. " I am so sad for Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal
Elizabeth Lawrence Family. Prince Philip of Blessed Memory was a wonderful
special person, we appreciate and acknowledge that
" Your Majesty we were very sad to hear of the passing of he was a wonderful true friend to Jewish people. He
HRH Prince Philip. He was a very special person who has dedicated himself to the good of our Nation and we will all
left behind a most wonderful name. May all the memories feel his loss. My thoughts and prayers are with The Queen
you have be a source of comfort to you both now and in and The Royal Family.
the future. As we Jews say, we wish you and your family Evelyn Yedd
long life spared from future sorrow.
With our deepest condolences " Long life to The Royal Family and mazel tov for Prince
Ellen and Mike Cohen Philip’s life. You made us laugh and feel at home
Felix Mara
" With deepest condolences to The Royal Family and
grateful thanks for the Duke’s service to country and many
charities.
Emma Clark
49" Our sincere condolences to The Queen and other " He was clearly a very good family man.
members of The Royal Family on the death of Prince Geoffrey Michael Wolf
Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.
Fiona and Howard Brodie " We send our sincerest condolences to HM The Queen
and her family on the passing of her beloved husband,
" We mourn with our Beloved Queen Elizabeth and the HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He was truly an
entire Royal Family the loss of one of our giants in English inspiration and has left a wonderful legacy. Our thoughts
history. Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh was an are with our Royal Family at this time of loss.
outstanding consort to our Queen, a faithful servant, a May HRH Prince Philip’s memory be for a blessing.
gentleman of many talents and skills who used his life to Ghislaine and Adrian Fletcher
the fulI, dedicating it to those less fortunate to enhance
and enrich the lives and the environment for the benefit of " With deep sympathy to Her Majesty The Queen on the
countless people. I was most privileged to have personally passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
met the Prince on two occasions through the Board Prince Philip, a man of fine principles, will be missed in the
of Deputies and treasure a photo taken with His Royal life of this Country and the Commonwealth. As a husband
Highness. and father his absence will be acutely felt but his love and
Flora Frank, Deputy for British Emunah guidance will always live on. May he rest in peace with the
holy and pure ones.
" Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh will be remembered Gillian Moonman
with fondness. He was an inspiration. We are thinking of
Queen Elizabeth and her family at this sad time. May his " Our deepest condolences to Her Majesty and her family
memory be a blessing. on their sad loss.
Frances Murphy Gillian Sykes
50" Your Royal Highness Your Majesty The Queen, " To HM The Queen, and all the immediate family of the late
It was with great sadness that I heard of your deep loss. Duke of Edinburgh:
Your Majesty is in my thoughts at this difficult time. I wish to extend to you my sincere condolences on the
May Your Majesty be comforted by G-d as only He knows passing of Prince Philip, and as is customary in the
how. Jewish religion to say to mourners : ‘I wish you a long life’.
Long Live The Queen. I never met the Prince, but in some ways, felt I knew
Your loyal servant, him and what he was like quite well. I liked and admired
Mrs Gita Weinstein him greatly, especially his straightforwardness and lack
of pomposity. I am sure you will have many treasured
" A shining light has gone out. A great man will be sadly memories to comfort you at this sad time.
missed by us all. Harold Hammer, Board of Deputies
Hari, Mel, Representative of Newton Mearns Hebrew
Sandra, Allie Congregation
Olivia, Rob, Melissa, Martin
Mia and Lottie " Wishing your family a lifetime of memories and love at
such a difficult time.
Hayley Herman
51" I very much admired his royal Highness, Prince Phillip. He " It was with the deepest sadness we received the news
was the most loyal and supportive consort to her Majesty of Prince Philip’s death. Those of who have lived through
and also so very accomplished in many fields. He had a the last 70 plus years cannot but realise the gratitude we
wonderful “can do” attitude and a dry sense of humour. owe His Royal Highness for his warmth, his intellectual
Having worked in schools, I am very aware of the positive gifts and his understanding of the faiths (and none) which
impact the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme has had on make up the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and
so many young people which is a fantastic legacy. He will the Overseas Territories. His unswerving and effective
be so very sorely missed. I wish her Majesty and all The support of HM The Queen is a lesson to all as to how duty
Royal Family my sincere condolences or, as we would say, and love can manifest themselves. We offer our warmest
wish you Long life. May his memory be for a blessing. respects to The Queen and members of The Royal Family
Helen Brady and this time.
Hilary and Howard Stone
" Wishing HM Queen Elizabeth a long life and may you be
spared from further sorrow. " Wishing The Queen and all The Royal Family long life. XX
Helen Shulman Hilary Cowen
52" On behalf of the members of Edinburgh Hebrew " Thank you for all your years of service. You have a major
Congregation, I extend our deepest sympathy to Her chapter in the history of this great nation.
Majesty The Queen, Prince Charles the Duke of Rothesay, Ian Katz
and all The Royal Family, on the sad passing of HRH the
Duke of Edinburgh. We are extremely grateful for the " Sending sincere condolences to The Queen and The
support that Prince Philip gave to numerous charities Royal Family at this sad time, and remembering the
and good causes within the Jewish community, and of extraordinary Prince Philip with respect and admiration for
course far beyond. We pray that memories of Prince all he achieved
Philip’s innumerable acts of devoted public service will be Irene and John Singer
a comfort and a blessing for Her Majesty and for all The
Royal Family. " We send our most sincere condolences to The Queen and
Hilary Rifkind
Royal Family on the passing of a remarkable man. He will
be greatly missed
" With sincere condolences at this sad time. I will always Irving and Berry Taylor
remember him for his sense of duty, not to mention his
humour. Wishing The Royal Family the blessing of having " It is with much sadness that we express our sincere
a long life. condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and all members
Howard L Cohen
of The Royal Family on the sad loss of Prince Philip Duke
of Edinburgh.
" My thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and all The Irving and Marcia Goldman
Royal Family at this very sad time.
Ian Ashleigh " A very sad day for all of us. He set an example of national
service that is only equalled by Her Majesty The Queen.
Ivor Richards
53" Sorley missed by the nation. " RIP Prince Phillip you were a mensch and a hero.
Ivor Spiro Jacqueline Jones
" Boruch Dayan ha’ Emet! " A great man and friend of the Jewish people. I, David,
Izidor Richtet met him at an AGM of the MCC, Jacqueline, my partner
of thirty years, met him inside the Foreign Office when
" A life of duty and service - and inspirational figure and a he took the salute at the AJEX Cenotaph Parade in 2004,
true friend of Israel. Rest in Peace and we both visited his birthplace in Corfu and saw the
Jack Silverstone humble kitchen table where his incredible story began.
Not forgetting that his mother is Honoured among
" Wishing her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family Gentiles for saving Jews in World War II at Yad Vashem
sincerest condolences may the Lord grant peace to them and is buried in Jerusalem. Rest in Peace, dear friend.
amongst all the mourners of Zion and may they only know Jacqueline Levenfiche & David Sherman
health and happiness in the future.
Jacky Buchsbaum " My deepest condolences, may he rest in peace.
My love goes out to The Royal Family, especially The
" A remarkable man who will be much missed. May his soul Queen.
rest in peace. Jagruti Suryavansi
Jacob Levy QC
" Sincere condolences to HM The Queen and The Royal
" Our condolences to Her Majesty, the Royal family and Family. I was very pleased to have attended the last Naval
friends. A true example of bravery and resilience. May he & Military Club Dinner with our President, Prince Philip, five
rest in peace. year ago, where he had been a member since 1947.
Jacqueline & Aaron Agasee
Jason Lever
54" Rest in peace your Royal Highness. You will be missed by " So sad to hear of the passing of Prince Philip but
many but will be forever in our hearts. celebrating the life of a remarkable man. Our thoughts are
Jayne Harrison with Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family at
this sad time.
" A family man and a man of the world. His award scheme Jennifer and Daniel Berger
changed lives and inspired so many. We shall not see his
like again. " A life dedicated to service, I met him twice, my Rugby club
Jean Harris Rosslyn Park, he gave out the winning team prize, later St
James Palace.
" My family and I are deeply saddened by the death of the Jeremy Fraser, Ealing Liberal Synagogue
Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with her Majesty The
Queen and the entire Royal family. We mourn his loss but " We praise Prince Philip for his extraordinary life of
also celebrate his incredible life and the huge contribution dedicated service. We send our most sincere condolences
he made in the United Kingdom and countries around the to HM The Queen and her family at this very sad time.
world. Jeremy Wolfson and Norman Wolfson
Susan and Jeff Freeman
" A fine example of a man who knew the meaning of duty,
" May he rest in peace. with a terrific sense of humour. They don’t make them like
Jeffrey Witzenfeld the Duke of Edinburgh any more.
John Duschnitz
55" Remembering HRH The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh " A Legend has gone to his eternal rest. We will not see his
who gave so much to ALL the people of this country and like again!
the Commonwealth and elsewhere and his service to Her Jonathan Lewis
Majesty The Queen. A family man at heart Chaim Aruchim
to all his family. " HRH, your work and contribution to society as a whole
Jonathan Abrahams will never be forgotten. You have been a standard for the
country and for all religious beliefs. Your contribution
" As Chair of Governors I had the honour of conducting to the well being of the global community will never be
Prince Philip and giving a speech of welcome when he forgotten. May you rest in peace.
opened Hertsmere Jewish Primary School in July 2000. Joseph Morris
It was a joyous occasion, made all the more so by HRH
engaging brilliantly with the children and delivering an " Deepest sympathy to HM The Queen and family at the
outstandingly witty off the cuff speech. Subsequently loss of a man full of personality and respected by all.
I was privileged to meet Prince Philip when I held the Joy Loffman
Presidency of the Board of Deputies. He could always be
relied on to make people laugh and put them at their ease. " We wish Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family
I give thanks for his life of service to our country and for A long Life....free from any further trouble and sorrow.
Judith Gillis
his long life. Furthermore, our community will always
remember with gratitude that his mother Princess Alice
rescued Jews from the Nazis in World War 2. May they
" We wish to express our sadness on the Duke’s passing
and gratitude for all he has done to support the family
rest in peace and may you be comforted in your loss.
over the years.
Jonathan Arkush
Judy and Bert Gabriel
56" Elliott and I would like to send our deepest condolences " The Duke of Edinburgh personified service to others
to Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family on the and was a role model to millions. He was also a great
passing of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. We grandfather to 10 children, who, like the rest of his family
would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a ‘long will miss his wisdom, family values and joy of life. Sending
life’ away from any further sorrow. I am sure he will live on the royal family warmest wishes. May his memory truly be
amongst you all forever. for a blessing.
Justine Saville & Elliott Allen Laura Marks OBE
" He was a Talmid Moovhak to Lord Mountbatten " Our deepest sympathy at this extremely sad time.
Kalman Bookman Laurence and Carole Cantor
" Thank you for your service and your support of the Jewish " Thinking of you all and sending sincerest commiserations.
community. Rest in Peace and may your memory always With regards,
be a blessing. Laurence and Dolly Abelson
Karen and Raymond Solomon and Family
" Wishing Her Majesty The Queen and all The Royal Family
" Thank you for a lifetime of public service and for your condolences on the sad passing of HRH Prince Philip and
support for Her Majesty. a ‘long, healthy and happy life’ to you all.
Keith Laurence Very best wishes,
The Perl family
" Sad to have lost Prince Philip who was such a friend to
the Jewish people, we will remember him always as a
blessing.
Kenneth Grimmitt
57" Our sincere condolences to Her Majesty and all members " I wish to offer my deepest condolences to the entire
of The Royal Family on the sad passing of Prince Philip, Royal Family on the passing of Prince Philip. I should have
Duke of Edinburgh, a man we always admired and deeply met Prince Philip in 1961 when I was probably the first
respected. Jewish youth to complete the Gold standard of his Award
Leslie and Joyce Lesser Scheme. Sadly, he was indisposed and Sir John Hunt
deputised but I was fortunate enough, many years later, to
" Wishing The Queen and the rest of The Royal Family meet him in less formal circumstances.
my sincere condolences. He will be sadly missed by the In 1972 or thereabouts I was tasked with dropping a team
United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and the rest of the of skydivers over Eton Hall during a carriage driving event
world. and met Prince Philip at a reception after the event. He
Linda Braunstein expressed great interest in my helicopter, a Bell UH1H,
Huey. I offered him a flight but after a little thought he
" Sending our condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and declined due to the possible security implications. I found
all The Royal Family on the sad passing of Prince Philip. this brief exchange most enjoyable.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I hold these memories of him dearly.
Linda & Simon Fisher & Family
Lionel Shrago
58" Your Majesty, " We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to Her
My condolences to you and your family. Majesty The Queen and all the royal family on the very sad
Your husband was a great man and an inspiration to passing of HRH Prince Philip, a loving husband, father,
others. As a PE teacher I have been involved in the D grandfather and great-grandfather.
of E awards and know how wonderful this was for my Malcolm and Cynthia Ross
students. At this difficult time, I hope your family can join
with you and share the wonderful times you have had " We feel that the passing of HRH the Prince Philip is a
together. Best wishes to you all. moment of great sadness for the whole of the country. He
Loraine Berlyn was a symbol of unity and of great service to the Crown,
and to the people. We do not forget the courage of his
" I loved his kindness and the way his smile reached his late mother who sheltered victims of oppression, and her
eyes. I loved his no nonsense manner and the way he example was reflected in the achievements of the Award
didn’t suffer fools. I loved his sense of humour and fun. scheme in the name of the Duke of Edinburgh, which gave
I loved the way he looked at our Queen with adoration. inspiration to many, many thousands of young people at
I loved the way he put his country before himself. I am home and abroad. Perhaps his two inestimable qualities
deeply saddened by the passing of HRH Prince Philip and were his love, devotion and service to Her Majesty, and the
will miss him and send my deepest condolences to his fact that he always remained “his own man”.
family for the gaping hole he will leave. Malcolm and Gail Taylor
Louise Lerman
" My condolences and understanding having lost my wife
after seventy years together.
Malcolm Berwin
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