Expressen writes that as a husband of princess Désirée baron Niclas Silfverschiöld was an obvious guest at several major official events in the family - such as weddings and christenings. But in recent years he has been seen less and less at the family gatherings.
He attended at the King's 70th anniversary in April last year. Few knew was that he was already then very ill. Only last Tuesday, when he died, the court chose to tell about Silfverschiöld's illness.
- It is true that baron Niclas Silfverschiöld has died. He quietly passed away after an illness, Margareta Thorgren said.
Thorgren talks about why his illness wasn't told about earlier.
- It is something that the court has chosen not to comment at all. It is a private matter of the family and nothing that the court comments.
In the area around Koberg Castle, where Niclas Silfverschiöld lived with Princess Désirée, the death announcement was on Tuesday received with great sadness. Sidsel Cook, 74, lives opposite the castle and describes Niclas Silfverschiöld as a person with a very big heart.
- He was the greatest gentleman I've ever met. Both he and Princess Désirée have had a huge commitment for the community here that has meant a lot. He was outstanding and very empathetic, she says.
Hovet höll tyst om Niclas Silfverschiölds sjukdom _ Kungligt _ Expressen
About baron Niclas Silfverschiöld's orders and medals. He was one of the few remaining Commanders of the Order of Vasa. He was appointed May 15, 1966 by Gustaf VI Adolf. Since 1974 the order is no longer conferred: officially it has been declared as "dormant".
Niclas Silfverschiöld, 1934-2017 _ Phaleristica
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