Rosie Roche, the 20-year-old cousin of Prince William and Prince Harry, has died following a traumatic head injury. The coroner’s report indicated that there are no suspicious circumstances or third-party involvement in her death. Roche, who was the granddaughter of Princess Diana’s uncle, was found deceased by her family members at her home in Wilt,shire County, England.
According to the coroner’s office, a firearm was located nearby, but there is no indication of foul play. The report stated that there are no suspicious circumstances, and the death is considered an accident. Roche, who was a student at Durham University, was remembered by her friends and family for her creativity and love of literature. The university and her former school expressed their condolences, noting her positive impact on those around her.
Roche was the granddaughter of Princess Diana’s uncle, Edmund Roche, 5th Baron Fermoy. She was also a great-granddaughter of Sir Henry, the son of Frances Shand Kydd, who was the mother of Princess Diana. Kydd shared five children, including Diana, with her first husband, John Spencer, Viscount Althorp. Diana, who died in a car crash in 1997, was the mother to William and Harry, the sons of King Charles III.
Roche’s death has sparked a wave of remembrance from her friends and family. An obituary published by the Yorkshire Post highlighted her as a ‘darling daughter of Hugh and Pippa, incredible sister to Archie and Agatha, Granddaughter to Derek and Rae Long.’ The obituary noted that she had a tragic life and a private family funeral, with a memorial service planned at a later date.
Roche was a first-year student at Durham University in England, where she studied English literature. The university expressed its condolences on her passing, with the principal, Professor Wendy Powers, stating that Roche ‘had settled into the university and college beautifully and had lots of friends.’ Powers noted that Roche ‘was loved for her creativity, energy, her love of books, poetry and travel among many other talents. She will be sorely missed.’ The university and her former school offered support to those affected by her death.
Before attending Durham University, Roche attended St Mary’s Calne, an independent boarding and day school for girls in Wiltshire. The school expressed its condolences, stating that Ro,che was a cherished member of their community. They noted that they would hold a time of reflection in her memory during the new term, honoring her life and the impact she had on those around her.
In addition to her family and friends, Roche’s death has also touched the broader community, with many expressing their condolences and remembering her for her bright future and positive spirit. Her passing serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment.