Grab the tissues, because Sarah “Fergie” Ferguson is honoring her late mother, Susan Barrantes (aka “Susie”).
Today, the Duchess of York, 64, posted a slideshow on Instagram that paid tribute to Susie on the 26th anniversary of her death. The post featured a variety of throwback photos, including a pic that was taken on Ferguson’s wedding day to Prince Andrew back in 1986.
The slideshow begins with the wedding photo, which features the family standing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. It’s followed by multiple portraits of Susie, including a black and white pic, a formal photo and a framed candid shot.
“My much-loved mother Susie died 26 years ago today,” the caption read. “She was far too young to be taken from us and I often reflect on the fact that at just 61, she was younger than I am now when she died in a cruel accident.” (FYI, Barrantes passed away in 1998 after her car collided with a catering truck.)
Ferguson continued, “I think constantly of her zest for life and her shining spirit. Like all of us, she made mistakes but she taught me to value each and every day and to always seek to treat people with kindness. I miss her greatly.”
I’m not crying, you’re crying.
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