Prince Philip's Funeral — Emotional Photos Document Day The Queen And A Nation Mourned Together

Apr 20, 2021

On Friday, April 9, 2021, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, passed away at the age of 99 years old. Philip's passing ends his reign as the longest-serving royal spouse, having served alongside Queen Elizabeth II for 65 years and having been married to the monarch for 73 years in total.

Philip's funeral on April 17, 2021, was a quiet affair with only 30 people in attendance due to the coronavirus restrictions. The guestlist of 30 people only comprised of the closest royal family members, including Philip and Elizabeth's four children. 

These emotional photographs show the influence Philip had over not just his family but also his nation. He will be remembered for decades to come. 

Queen Elizabeth sits alone in the pews at St. George's Chapel for her husband's funeral service. She married Philip in 1947, and the two celebrated their 73rd and final anniversary in November 2020. 

Prince William and Kate Middleton at St. George's Chapel, where the funeral service for Philip took place. The chapel is a place of worship for the queen and the royal family and also serves as a church for the local community. 

Prince Harry sits in the pews along with his family. His wife, Meghan Markle, could not join him due to being heavily pregnant. Harry and Meghan married in St. George's Chapel in 2018. Many royal weddings and funerals have taken place at the chapel through the years.

The queen looks over at her husband's coffin before the funeral service. 

The King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery arrived at Windsor Castle ahead of Prince Philip's funeral ceremony.

The Military Band plays music before the arrival of the coffin. Philip had deep ties to the Military and Royal Navy throughout his life, and served with distinction in the Second World War. 

As per the Duke of Edinburgh's long-held wishes, a custom-made Land Rover hearse carried his coffin. The modified hearse was designed by Philip himself and was 18 years in the making. It carried him from Windsor Castle to St George's Chapel. 

During the procession from Windsor Castle to St. George's Chapel, Harry and William walked with their cousin Peter Phillips between them. 

An emotional Prince Charles during the procession. 

Princess Anne also took part in the procession and walked beside her brother Charles. She was the only woman to be part in the walk from Windsor Castle to St. George's. 

Harry flew down to the UK from the US, where he currently resides, two days after his grandfather's passing. 

The coffin in the custom-made Land Rover hearse just before arriving at St. George's Chapel. The poignant photo shows Philip's Royal Navy hat and sword resting on the coffin, which reflected his years of service. 

Charles, who had a close relationship with his father, shed a few tears as he said goodbye on the day of the funeral. 

Philip's coffin being carried into the chapel by pallbearers. 

Members of the Royal Family stand as the coffin is taken into the chapel.

The coffin was brought into the chapel, which has been a site for many royal events for over a century. 

The socially-distanced service only consisted of 30 people due to the ongoing pandemic. 

Kate Middleton arriving at the chapel. She has been considered a beacon of light in the darkest of hours as she exerted poise and grace on the day of the funeral. 

Elizabeth arrives at the chapel to say goodbye to her husband of 73 years. 

Kate Middleton and Camilla Parker Bowles at the chapel as other members of the royal family join them. 

Family members bow their heads during the funeral service. 

Generally, a man of Philips's stature would have received a state funeral with a minimum of 800 people in attendance, but that could not happen due to the ongoing pandemic. The safety of the funeral guests, many of older age themselves, had to be kept in mind. The guestlist of 30 people only comprised of the closest royal family members.

Though members of the public were urged to remain inside and not gather for the funeral for their own safety, many ardent supporters of the Royal Family came out to say goodbye to the man who devoted his entire life to the country, the crown, and most importantly, his wife. 

The Duke of Edinburgh was an active and dedicated member of the Royal family ever since Queen Elizabeth's crowning. His singular and incredible life will continue to be remembered and celebrated by the world for years to come. 

Saying goodbye is always difficult, and our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this difficult time. Tell us what you thought about these poignant and emotional photos from Philip's funeral, and be sure to let others know about these photographs from the day of Philip's funeral.