Although King Charles does not participate in person, he published a sincere declaration in honor of the deceased Pope, who died at the age of 88 due to a stroke and irreversible heart failure, according to his death certificate.
“My wife and I were very deeply saddened to learn the death of Pope Francis,” said the message of April 21. “Our heavy hearts have been somewhat attenuated, however, that His Holiness was able to share an Easter greeting with the Church and the world he served with such devotion throughout his life and his ministry.”
Earlier this month, the palace also shared a touching photo of the recent visit to King Charles and Queen Camilla with Pope Francis during their royal tour in Italy. The image showed Queen Camilla dressed in traditional black as she greeted the pope, with King Charles next to her in a classic black suit.
