She was the late monarchs longest-serving lady-in-waiting with the title Woman of the Bedchamber and is also a godmother to the Prince of Wales, but on Wednesday stepped down from her palace role and apologised after a black charity founder at a reception was left feeling traumatised after Hussey questioned her repeatedly about where she really came from. For other inquiries, Contact Us. He is survived by his mother, Jillian Griffiths Hussey, son, Benjamin Hussey, daughter, Anja Hussey, brother, Matthew Hussey, sister, Katherine (Todd) Young, Step-Mother, Marlene Hussey; Step-Sister, Tara (Ryan) Foust; Step-Sister, Kelly Hausz, his former wife Gisela Hussey, many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and his loyal and loving furry companions, Charlie and Willow. Susan Marcia Salovitz Hussey has been a resident of Tucson since 1994. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. They have a variety of duties including attending to private and personal matters for the Queen and handling her correspondence. By She was a close friend of Queen Elizabeth II and would often spend time with her at Balmoral. Bob was born in West Hanover, MA, January 8, 1928, the son of the late John and Helen (Brouthers) Hussey and brother to Jack Hussey and the late Joseph Hussey. Lady Susan was born in 1939 and was the fifth and youngest daughter of the 12th Earl Waldegrave and Mary Hermione, Countess Waldegrave. She was married to the late BBC chairman Marmaduke Lord Hussey, who died in 2006. She . Lady Susan Hussey resigned from the Royal household yesterday after 60 years of loyal service to King and Country. I don't know where this has come from, but I'm telling you categorically - we have not heard from the Palace.'. '"[17][18][19], On 16 December, Hussey and Fulani met at Buckingham Palace to address the incident, with Hussey offering her "sincere apologies for the comments that were made and the distress they caused". The Queen's coffin entered Westminster Hall as the choir of Westminster Abbey and the choir of His Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, sang Psalm 139. Prince William's godmother Lady Susan Hussey, 81, was seen clad in black and wearing pearls - no doubt as a mark of respect for the late monarch, who was known to love them. She possesses the milk of human kindness by the quart. Although entering the chapel, Lady Susan was there as a working household member and not one of the 30 guests. Lady Susan Hussey is the daughter of Geoffrey Waldegrave, the 12th Earl Waldegrave and Mary Hermione, Countess Waldegrave. He had a wonderful sense of humor and had a contagious laugh. Be Part of the In Crowd: Get the Magazine Delivered to Your Door. Rick and Susan recently celebrated their 30 year marriage milestone! HUSSEY, Susan Elaine, co-founder of Gorilla Theatre, passed away February 18, 2009. Send flowers. When fishing with his family as a boy, he often felt sorry for the fish and would pet them after they were caught, wanting to throw them back in. Following the Queen's death, she was made a Lady of the Household, along with the late Queen's other ladies-in-waiting, and was responsible for assisting at events held at Buckingham Palace. Ms Fulani told ITV's Good Morning Britain: 'Although I didn't experience physical violence, what I feel I experienced was a form of abuse. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. [10][11], Buckingham Palace said that "unacceptable and deeply regrettable comments" had been made, and that "the individual concerned would like to express her profound apologies for the hurt caused and has stepped aside". Another such new arrival whom Hussey was tasked with assisting was Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. She was also the only person to accompany the Queen to the funeral of her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, in April 2021. Watch: Peter Crouch sings the Fields of Athenry with Liverpool fans in Dublin pub, Russian missile hits apartment building in south-eastern Ukraine, Former minister Nichola Mallon says Windsor Framework receiving positive welcome from businesses, Over 150 Presbyterian members sign letter criticising incoming moderators comments on ordination of women. People of Sue Husseys generation did not grow up in todays multi-cultural Britain. Susan Elaine Hussey HUSSEY, Susan Elaine, co-founder of Gorilla Theatre, passed away February 18, 2009. Lady Susan, who is 83, has survived world crises, royal scandals and. She is survived by her husband, Aubrey Hampton; their son, Trevor; her sister, Ann. They also assist the Queen on official engagements, from handing her money to being passed the bouquets of flowers presented to her. [1] It was widely reported that Lady Hussey asked Ngozi Fulani "where she came from", this was brought to wider public repute the next day, when Sistah Space charity founder Ngozi Fulani published the conversation (on Twitter) as a transcript of a now undisputed conversation that occurred between them at the event. Otherwise, you will be pilloried and put in the dock, no matter if you are in your last years and your life has been spent in unselfish public service. 1964). He frequently referred to his marriage as "the best thing that ever happened to me." We are no longer accepting comments on this article. 'If you invite people to an event, as I said, against domestic abuse, and there are people there from different demographics, I don't see the relevance of whether I'm British or not British. Stephen "Steve" Bourne Hussey, age 54, died Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at his home in Okemos, Michigan, where he has resided for the past ten years. Lady Susan Hussey resigned from the Royal household yesterday after 60 years of loyal service to King and Country. The royal aide is also a good friend of Queen Margrethe of Denmark and attended the Cop27 reception in Egypt this month. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Former lady-in-waiting stepped down from palace role after incident in which she asked guest where she really came from. Susan and the Hussey Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. [3], Hussey is a godmother to Diana's first-born son, William, Prince of Wales,[1] and was chosen to accompany Queen Elizabeth at the funeral of Prince Philip. He told broadcasters it would not be 'right' for him to comment on the matter, but said: 'As we've all seen, they've acknowledged what's happened and made an apology for it.'. Today, she accompanied the Queen in the State Bentley as she left the castle to join the rear of the procession carrying Philip's coffin to St George's Chapel. Or for dispatching a loyal, grey-haired servant with such cruel haste, without even the benefit of a days grace? Queen Letizia of Spain cut an elegant figure in a matching pink skirt and top as she Do not sell or share my personal information. 14:18 GMT 02 Dec 2022. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. The Queen made her way to the front of the chapel alone - after Covid rules meant guests had to socially-distance and sit two metres apart. Lady Susan was born in 1939 and was the fifth and youngest daughter of the 12th Earl Waldegrave and Mary Hermione, Countess Waldegrave. Royal couples left the building side by side, with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex holding hands and the Princess of Wales rubbing her husband's arm reassuringly. However she quickly rose to become her indispensable right-hand woman and great friend to the late monarch. [1], During her time as a courtier, Hussey was given the job of helping new arrivals adjust to life in the royal household, such as Diana, Princess of Wales. Lady Susan, the Prince of Wales's 83-year-old godmother, resigned from the household and apologised after she repeatedly challenged Ms Fulani when she said she was British at the Queen Consort's. ', Pressed on whether the Palace had contacted her via her organisation, Ms Fulani said: 'No. 1961) and Katharine Elizabeth (b. I can say with authority, however, that Susan Hussey has never knowingly offended anyone in her life. No political party likes the news, Humza Yousaf emerges on top in first SNP hustings. Yet it has been suggested that she should not have been allowed out at all, and certainly forbidden social intercourse. Lady Susan is also a sister of the former Tory Cabinet minister William Waldegrave. Ladies-in-waiting are the unsung members of the Queen's household and are personally chosen by the monarch. Rudyard Kipling. . Lady Susan Hussey among the guests at Williams confirmation (John Stillwell/PA). So why was being grilled about her books on Mastermind so Why should I be asked to tip when I shop online? View obituary Susan M. Dube September 17, 2022 (79 years old) View obituary Marion G. Mathews September 21, 2022 (90 years old) View obituary Zoa Lynne Guptill September 12, 2022 (75 years old) View obituary Donald A. Guptill September 9, 2022 (93 years old) View obituary James Merritt Freeman September 2, 2022 (75 years old) View obituary Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Lady Susan Hussey, who became a friend and companion to the Queen in 1960, after being appointed as the Woman of the Bedchamber. It is likely she will now retire, and that Camilla, the new Queen consort, will chose her own ladies-in-waiting. Ms Fulani posted the exchange on Twitter, and despite claiming she had no desire to name and shame tweeted Husseys initials for the benefit of the press, just in case we journos were being thick. In 2001, Lady Susan passed the Queen a pound coin so she could buy The Big Issue from a magazine seller while on an official day trip to Brighton. Lady Hussey was among many senior figures to pay their respects to the late monarch during the lying in state service yesterday, joining close family members including the King, Prince William and Prince Harry. Ms Fulani said the comments were down to racism, not Lady Susan's age. Her role was initially to help reply to letters and eventually was promoted to the inner circle of ladies-in-waiting due to her knowledge of the workings of the palace. SUSAN HUSSEY OBITUARY HUSSEY--Susan Elaine, co-founder of Tampa's Gorilla Theatre, passed away on February 18, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Aubrey Hampton; their son, Trevor; her sister, Ann Bogardt; and her stepson. She was beyond a member of staff - such was her closeness to the Royal Family, she was asked to be a godmother of Prince William, and also to accompany the Queen to the funeral of her late husband, Prince Philipin April 2021. The Queen, with Lady Susan Hussey in the State Bentley, during the ceremonial funeral procession of Prince Philip, Penelope Knatchbull is married to the grandson of Lord Louis Mountbatten, Prince Philips beloved uncle who died in an IRA bombing in 1979, By Rebecca Cope and Stephanie Bridger-Linning. She was not defined by her challenges or trials over the years, but rather by the fact that she was committed to a full and rich life with her loving family and friends. Who'll find love on our blind date? ', By Ngharahoe in New Zealand, which was the mountain portrayed in the Lord of the Rings as Mt. She is the sister of the former Conservative cabinet minister William Waldegrave. In highly-emotional scenes, she bowed her head respectfully as Prince Philip's coffin was carried by pallbearers to be placed in front of her pew. 85718. "Duke" Hussey was a leading newspaper industry executive for decades, taking the prestigious BBC post when he retired from News International. The family will greet guests from 4:00 PM until time of service at 6:00 PM on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 1730 East Grand River Ave, East Lansing, Michigan. 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