Melania Trump Delivers Eulogy for Mother at Private Funeral

Former First Lady Remembers Amalija Knavs as "Ray of Light"

Service Held in Palm Beach, Florida

Former First Lady Melania Trump delivered a moving eulogy for her mother, Amalija Knavs, at a private funeral in Palm Beach, Florida on Thursday. Trump arrived at the service with her father and remembered her mother as a source of strength and support throughout her life.

"My mother was a ray of light in the darkest of days," Trump said. "She was always there for me, no matter what. I will cherish her memory forever."

Trump's speech was met with applause from the small gathering of friends and family who attended the service. Amalija Knavs passed away at the age of 73 on January 9, 2024. She was the mother of four children, including Melania Trump, and had been living in Slovenia with her daughter at the time of her death.

Former President Donald Trump also attended the service, as did other members of Melania Trump's family.

The funeral was held at a private location in Palm Beach, and the details of the service were kept confidential.