Prince William and Prince Harry were spotted at a memorial service for their uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes, marking their first public appearance together since a period of estrangement. Despite being in close proximity, the brothers reportedly did not interact, suggesting their strained relationship persists.
Arthur L. Irving, the second-born son of New Brunswick industrialist K.C. Irving and former president of Irving Oil, was celebrated with a memorial service at his Saint John, N.B. home on Saturday. Irving passed away at the age of 93 on Monday after a life dedicated to expanding the oil business founded by his father. Forbes Magazine ranked Irving among the top 10 richest Canadians in 2023, with an estimated net worth of $6.3 billion, including Canada’s largest oil refinery. Irving’s obituary, published by a Saint John funeral home, indicated that the memorial service was held at his residence, with attendees encouraged to make donations to the Mass General Cancer Center in his memory.
Jill and Derick Dillard have held a funeral for their stillborn daughter, Isla Marie. The couple announced the loss of their baby girl on April 13th, with Jill being 4 months pregnant at the time. The service included displays of baby gifts, a copy of the program, and the baby’s name, Isla Marie.
A memorial service honoring the life of Peter ‘Mashata’ Mabuse, the murdered Pretoria businessman and entertainer, will be held on Thursday at the Tshwane University of Technology’s Pretoria West Campus at 2 PM. Following the memorial service, flowers can be dropped off at his family’s home in Block U, Mabopane, on Saturday from 2 PM to 5 PM. His funeral service will be held the following day at the Akasia Community Hall from 8 AM. To celebrate his musical prowess, a tribute concert will be held on Thursday evening at Emperors Palace, with proceeds going to the Mabuse family.
On Tuesday, April 23, Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard held a memorial service for their stillborn daughter, Isla Marie. The service featured photos of Isla, a small white box adorned with flowers and a stuffed animal rabbit, a bouquet of pink flowers, a memorial pamphlet with a photo of the couple holding Isla’s knit blanket and bunny toy and a Bible verse, and a table decorated with Isla’s toys, books, and clothing. Attendees were also gifted a pot and seeds with a message that read, “Plant this heart.”
Lou Conter, the last living survivor on board the USS Arizona during the Pearl Harbor attack, will be celebrated in his hometown of Grass Valley on Tuesday with a memorial service open to the public. The service will conclude with a procession to St. Patrick’s Cemetery, accompanied by full military honors.
Josh Duhamel, 51, paid tribute to his late stepfather, George Kemper, on Instagram after a memorial service honoring his life and legacy. He praised Kemper for his positive impact on his family, lifting them out of adversity and providing them with opportunities. Duhamel’s past experiences with divorced parents influenced his and Fergie’s co-parenting relationship, prioritizing a positive and stable environment for their son, Axl.
