MANY people have lost faith with the Royal Family, but surely anyone who watched the Queen Mother's mourning and memorial service, and the Royal Family so proud and smart and serene walking behind their grandma, must surely see what a good monarchy we really have.

This lovely lady was a caring person as we hear from people who knew her.

All the talk about the Royal Family is surely proving that they are all human, and isn't is what many other families are going through - nobody is perfect.

Having mixed amongst the crowds in London and seeing the Royal Family so proud and upright, especially Prince Philip looking so good, gallant and handsome, was a treat.

I for one had a lump in my throat for them all.

What a turn-out by the police, armed forces and everyone concerned.

What a truly remarkable sight, I don't know how it all came together - truly wonderful. I am proud to be British.

Mrs B Barker, St Stephens Road,

Acomb, York.

THE death of our delightful Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother is a national tragedy.

Very few people in their lifetime have done more than her to promote national unity and a desire to fight for what they believe in.

She has never hidden behind Royal immunity and during the 1939/45 war she stood by our King and country and inspired millions.

People who run her down should be ashamed of themselves, and talk of her servants and privileged life is nonsense.

Numerous people have lived to a ripe old age without a 'world of privilege'.

Take pride in your country, take pride in our monarchy, many other countries would like it.

Bryan R Lawson,

Burton Fields Road,

Stamford Bridge, York.

Updated: 11:48 Saturday, April 13, 2002