Lord Charles O’Hagan, a godson of the late Queen Elizabeth II and a respected Conservative peer, has died at the age of 79. He passed away last month at North Devon Hospital after suffering a subdural haematoma, an inquest has confirmed.
Lord O’Hagan, whose full name was Charles Towneley Strachey O’Hagan, was the 4th Baron O’Hagan and resided in Devon. His connection to the Royal Family dates back to his early years, when Princess Elizabeth, before ascending the throne, became his godmother. He served as a page of honour to the Queen from 1955 to 1961, assisting with ceremonial duties at significant state events including the Garter Day parade.
His political career began in the 1960s when he took a seat in the House of Lords. Although he lost his place in 1999 during reforms that removed most hereditary peers, he also had a notable tenure as a Member of the European Parliament. He was first elected in 1972 and later returned in 1979, serving until his resignation in 1994 following the collapse of his second marriage.
Lord O’Hagan was married three times and is survived by his two daughters. He was widely regarded for his service in both British and European politics.
His death follows another recent loss in European nobility — Archduchess Estelle of Austria passed away earlier this month at the age of 46. The Archduchess, mother of five, died in France where she lived with her husband, Archduke Carl Christian. Her funeral was held in Nice and attended by members of European royal families.
Lord O’Hagan’s passing marks the end of a life closely tied to the crown and public service, and he is remembered with great respect by colleagues and family alike.
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