Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. She was a ruler to be proud of; devoted to her realm and the epitome of public service and regal grace.

Thank you, Sue

Absolutely. I doubt we will ever see the likes of her again. I got tears in my eyes when I heard this news.

Thank you for making that tribute, Pandora.

Our Queen will be very sadly missed. She was a human being deserving of much praise and respect

I think even those who oppose the monarchy can appreciate the way in which she lived her life: an example to us all - RIP!

Absolutely Lex. Hard to imagine we will see her like again.

It's amazing to me that she performed the final duty of appointing the new prime minister on Tuesday. I admired her greatly.

Thanks Sue.

Thank you Pandora. She was wonderful.

Bernie.

A consummate leader to the very end...reunited with her beloved husband, Philip.

Rest in Peace...job well done, Lilibet.

Deepest condolences.
Rest in peace, gracious lady.

I have the utmost admiration for this graceful, spirited lady and her majestic leadership. Truly a one of a kind, the likes of which will never be replaced. May she rest in peace.

Thank you Pandora for this thread (& also BrownEyedTigre for the one in MIXED BAG).

It's a very sad time for many of us that have just lost this most incredible lady as our Queen who has been a constant in all of our lives.

Condolences, indeed, to all those grieving from the loss of such a dignified, quintessentially classy monarch. Many here in Canada (where the queen was also our head of state) are feeling it too.

My deepest condolences! I will miss her grace and style.