On April 12, 2026, Queen Mary of Denmark shared sad news, announcing the passing of her father, Professor John Dalgleish Donaldson. Professor John Donaldson passed away at the age of 84 in Hobart, Tasmania. John Dalgleish Donaldson was a Professor of Applied Mathematics, born in Scotland on September 5, 1941.
In her statement, the Queen said: “My heart is heavy, and my thoughts are grey. My beloved father has passed away. But I know that when the grief settles, the memories will brighten my day, and what will remain strongest is love and gratitude for everything he gave me and taught me.” His health had been declining over the past few years.
R.I.P, Professor Donaldson🙏
ReplyDeleteBeklagar sorgen, Amie Grimaldi.
ReplyDeleteHe must have been so proud of her! I think thats why her recent visit to Australia was important to her, to say goodbye!
ReplyDeletemy deepest sympathy.
Sad news indeed. At least she was able to see him recently on the trip to Tasmania. I remember how very proud he looked walking her down the aisle on her wedding day. 😢
ReplyDeletein his speech ''Am a proud Father of a loving daughter''
DeleteMay his memory be Eternal.
ReplyDeleteCondolences for Mary and family🙏
ReplyDeleteSuch sad news from the Danish Royal Court and the Donaldson family. My sincere condolences.
ReplyDeleteOh that’s so terribly sad. To be on the other side of the world and not be able to be with a parent as they die is so very sad. I have loved every public moment where we have had the chance to see or hear from her Dad. He seemed to be such a clever, loving, caring and gentle man.
ReplyDeleteCondolences to the family. How wonderful he was able to see his daughter become a much loved Queen.
ReplyDeleteSad news. Thoughts are with the family
ReplyDeleteBuon viaggio Professore ✨
ReplyDeleteA te cara Mary il mio pensiero…è un dolore che conosco benissimo 💔
I’m so sorry for your loss 💔 R.I.P 💔
ReplyDeleteHow sad... my heartfelt condolences!
ReplyDeleteR.I.P Professor J Donaldson. God bless you Sir. Sincere condolences to the families. Sending Queen Mary our heartfelt warm thoughts and prayers at this sad time. From Australia
ReplyDeleteWhat sad news. My condolences go out to Queen Mary and her family.
ReplyDeleteMay Professor Mr. Donaldson RIP
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May she and her direct family be surrounded by love and peace.
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Just so sad.Deepest condolences to Mary and her family. What a blessing that she was able to spend some time with him after their successful tour in March.
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Toutes mes condoléances à la famille et entourage !
ReplyDeleteRIP💔
ReplyDeleteJag tycker det inte är riktigt rätt att ta upp Marys fars bortgång på den här sidan.
ReplyDeleteNågonstans glömmer vi bort att det är den privata sidan i hennes familj.
Av respekt för Mary och faderns med familj ta bort inlägget.
Very sad news indeed.
ReplyDeleteReally sad news, what a lovely message Queen Mary wrote about her father, deepest condolences to her and her family. May he RIP.
ReplyDeleteEn ängel flög till himlen, men han lämnade sitt leende kvar på vår jord! Marie Olsson
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