The royal family shared the sad news about the death of the sister of the King of Sweden in an emotional statement.
On 21 January it was reported that Princess Désirée, Baroness Silfverschiöld, had died “in peace and quiet” at her home in Koberg, in Västergötland.
The princess, 87, was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of her death.
King Carl XVI Gustaf shared a heartfelt message, remembering his sister and the shared memories he shared with her.
“It is with great sadness that I have received information that my sister, Princess Désirée, has passed away.
“Many are the warm family memories that have been created at the Silfverschiöld family home in Västergötland, a place in Sweden that came to mean a lot to my sister. My family and I today express our deepest condolences to Princess Désirée’s children and their families.”
It is important to note that Princess Désirée was the widow of Baron Niclas Silfverschiöld.
Tributes poured in on social media, with one fan commenting: “Rest in peace, warm thoughts to your loved ones.”
“My deepest condolences to the entire family,” wrote another.
