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Prince Philip - RIP

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  • seth plum
    seth plum Posts: 53,448
    I thought Greece had a king until 1973.
    Constantine or somebody.
    My vague recollection is that Phillip was born in Corfu, a Greek Island where in Spianada Square they play cricket.
  • charltonkeston
    charltonkeston Posts: 7,365
    Rather than being sad perhaps it’s better to say he lived a long and full life, celebrate such a long life.  His country and  family can look back on many good times of which  there is many. 
    I’m neither for or against a monarchy but he was of another time and deserves respect like any other person passing. 
  • SoundAsa£
    SoundAsa£ Posts: 22,481
    SporadicAddick said:
    Karim_myBagheri said:
    RIP

     He was the King of Greece and Denmark (strange pairing) Seems his mum Princess Alice was the great grand daughter of Queen Victoria.
    Not quite...He was associated with both countries by lineage...
    Evidently he had no Greek blood in him.
  • bigstemarra
    bigstemarra Posts: 5,098
    This caught me completely off guard.

    It feels like we are living in the last days of an age that is soon to be gone.....and it's making me much sadder than I ever thought possible.

    Without him by her side, the Queen's amazing life of service would probably have been so much harder.  She must be devastated.

    A stalwart and a quirky personality - one of a kind.

    RIP.
  • Dazzler21
    Dazzler21 Posts: 51,344
    Whatever you think of the royal family, 99 is a fantastic innings. 

    Rest peacefully.
  • ricky_otto
    ricky_otto Posts: 22,600
    99 is a great innings. A sad day for the country. RIP.
  • SporadicAddick
    SporadicAddick Posts: 6,857
    AFKABartram said:
    As a reminder, if you’ve nothing respectful to contribute then please refrain from adding it on here, thanks
    In fairness, all very appropriate..
  • cafctom
    cafctom Posts: 11,372
    RIP
  • Chizz
    Chizz Posts: 28,338
    The Royal Family have announced that, where possible, they would like people to make a donation to a charity of their choice rather than gathering to bring and view flowers at Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle.  I think that's a really nice touch. 
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  • Hartleypete
    Hartleypete Posts: 4,699
    RIP
  • KBslittlesis
    KBslittlesis Posts: 8,607
    May he RIP.

    God Save the Queen.
  • ShootersHillGuru
    ShootersHillGuru Posts: 50,621
    RIP
  • Oliver Street
    Oliver Street Posts: 5,132
    RIP. Thoughts with her majesty.
  • Bangkokaddick
    Bangkokaddick Posts: 4,297
    I liked Prince Philip. His gaffes were legendary but in a way endeared him to the people.

    RIP Sir. Shame you didn't quite make the ton.
  • cfgs
    cfgs Posts: 11,476
    RIP, always sad when someone gets so close to the 100 and passes away. Had a fantastic life though.  
  • mistrollingin62
    mistrollingin62 Posts: 378
    RIP.

    A life well lived.
  • Carter
    Carter Posts: 14,247
    Rest in peace 

    Great innings 
  • TotalAddicktion
    TotalAddicktion Posts: 314
    RIP Philip
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  • cantersaddick
    cantersaddick Posts: 16,929
    It'll be a shame if the pandemic prevents a proper funeral etc.
  • sam3110
    sam3110 Posts: 21,270
    cantersaddick said:
    It'll be a shame if the pandemic prevents a proper funeral etc.
    He didn't want a state funeral apparently
  • Chris_from_Sidcup
    Chris_from_Sidcup Posts: 36,015
    cantersaddick said:
    It'll be a shame if the pandemic prevents a proper funeral etc.
    Seen it reported that his wish was apparently for a private military type funeral, so i don't think he'd have had a state funeral anyway.
  • Alwaysneil
    Alwaysneil Posts: 13,806
    What a wealth of stories there must be about him. He was always one of my favourite royals. Loved the fact he did the knowledge so he could drive about unmolested and down the taxi and bus lanes (from 1999, well he had a black cab, I think he did the knowledge)
  • Raith_C_Chattonell
    Raith_C_Chattonell Posts: 5,681
    RIP.
  • cherryorchard
    cherryorchard Posts: 1,721
    Condolences to the Queen.  Her husband's death comes at a time when she has already had a tough year or so.  Despite all this, she is a strong woman and will continue to serve her country well.
  • Rob
    Rob Posts: 11,794
    I find this very sad as it feels like the passing of an era. I feel for the queen. But, what an innings from Phillip. And what a life. RIP. 
  • LittleAddick
    LittleAddick Posts: 635
    Lordflashheart said:
    RIP

    In 1992 I met him when he and the Queen visited my workplace - I didn’t meet the Queen, but he wandered over to my desk, and asked who I was, what I did, and if played any sport - I said football, cricket and squash - he then spent 5 mins chatting to me about the England cricket team - really nice bloke, very down to earth

    And here is the proof !!!

    The lady in the middle was my manager, who quickly came over to make sure I didn’t say anything unacceptable (which I am prone to doing)


    Great story,  I saw the back of his head once circa 2009 before he went round the corner.
  • AllHailTheHen
    AllHailTheHen Posts: 3,063
    Lordflashheart said:
    RIP

    In 1992 I met him when he and the Queen visited my workplace - I didn’t meet the Queen, but he wandered over to my desk, and asked who I was, what I did, and if played any sport - I said football, cricket and squash - he then spent 5 mins chatting to me about the England cricket team - really nice bloke, very down to earth

    And here is the proof !!!

    The lady in the middle was my manager, who quickly came over to make sure I didn’t say anything unacceptable (which I am prone to doing)



    What a great picture to have.

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