Otherwise, Her Majesty reportedly only toleratedthe Duchess of York’s presence for the sake of her grandchildren.

She was absolutely furious with Sarah," (viaThe News).

Moreover, once Fergie lost her royal status, she stopped being invited to official events.

The Duchess of York, Prince Andrew, the queen and Prince Philip on the balcony at Buckingham Palace

The Queen has always had a soft spot for Sarah and regards her as an excellent mother."

Finally, Ferguson admitted, “I will miss her more than words can express.”

Fergie had previously courted major controversy by posting a supportive message for her ex-husband toInstagram.

Sarah Ferguson looks confused next to Queen Elizabeth II

However,the Daily Mailconfirmed she would be at the queen’s funeral regardless alongside Andrew, naturally.

Magazinelater noted the duchess was visibly emotional during the service.

The sisters appeared to leave the service early, according toSky News, but they soon re-joined their family.

Prince Philip regards the queen in a garden

PopSugarreveals Ferguson even wrote in her autobiography that she called Her Majesty “mama” behind closed doors.

The queen and Sarah Ferguson were known for giving each other thoughtful gifts

According toHello!

Over the years, Her Majesty gave the Duchess of York many expensive gifts.

Sarah Ferguson looks despondent at the queen’s funeral

The stunning motif was inspired by the sweet peas growing in Balmoral.

It was a bejeweled swallow, which signifies love and mourning in the Victorian era.

In Christianity, the swallow has a similarly deep meaning, symbolizing the Incarnation of Christ and his Resurrection.

Members of the royal family at the queen’s procession

PerBBC News, multiple religious leaders paid tribute to her.

Sarah Ferguson smiling at the queen’s funeral

Queen Elizabeth, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson enjoy a family outing

Royal handlers hold the queen’s corgis at her funeral

Princess Eugenie and Sarah Ferguson laughing at the queen

Princess Beatrice and Sarah Ferguson attend the queen’s funeral