It's a horrible thing to lose your mother, no matter how old or how famous you may be. 

But Melania Trump delivered a beautiful tribute to her mother, Amalija Knavs, at her Palm Beach funeral. Would that we all got such a eulogy.

Melania's beautiful eulogy at her mother’s funeral pic.twitter.com/C9rIGWXsxK

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"My mother, the epitome of elegance and grace, exemplified the essence of a true woman. Her love for her husband, Viktor, my father; Ines, my sister; and me was boundless. Her nurturing spirit had no limits, creating a legacy that will last for generations. She showered her grandson, Barron, with affection, illuminating his world with love, tender care, and unwavering devotion," Melania said at the Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea in Palm Beach, Florida. "She embodied the best mother, wife, grandmother, mother-in-law, a true beacon of love and luxury in our lives." 

"With each step she took, she embraced the privilege bestowed upon her and, in time, the privilege of becoming a U.S. citizen. She vowed to contribute to make a difference in the world," Melania said of her mother, who died Jan. 9 at age 78 in Miami after an undisclosed illness. "Filled with uncertainty, she knew an exquisite sense of pride as my husband became the President of the United States and as I embarked on a grand odyssey, traveling the corners of the globe as the first lady. My father, my sister, Barron, Donald and I will forever remember the echoes of our laughter that we share with our beloved Babi over family dinners and travels. Her conversations flowed effortlessly, adorned with grace and charm. No topic was off limits.

"In her presence, the world seemed to shimmer with radiant joy. She was not just a friend, but a confidant. A ray of light in the darkest of days. In her company, I found peace knowing that she would always be there to listen. She celebrated our successes and provided unwavering support during chaotic times. Our bond was unbreakable. A testament to the power of a true love for one another. She was my dear friend. An irreplaceable treasure. A gift bestowed upon me by the universe. And for that, I am entirely grateful. Rest in peace, my beloved mommy." 

Her husband was by her side at the funeral. 

A very tall Barron Trump, 17, stands between his parents at the funeral of Melania's mother Amalija Knavs.

Donald Trump said at recent rallies in Iowa and New Hampshire that his youngest son only grew so tall because of his grandmother's cooking. https://t.co/CBaTQ1EzXz pic.twitter.com/psv2FAodCA

— Katelyn Caralle (@Katelyn_Caralle) January 18, 2024

The E. Jean Carroll case was still going on; Trump asked if they could delay it, but the judge wouldn't, so Trump went to the funeral. 

Donald Trump says a New York judge denied his request to delay his trial so that he could attend Melania Trump’s mother’s funeral.

Trump has chosen to attend the funeral and miss a day in court as part of the E. Jean Carroll trial. pic.twitter.com/YRiaQpvs9O

— The First (@TheFirstonTV) January 18, 2024

Trump thanked his wife and praised his mother-in-law, describing her as an "incredible, beautiful mother" who "was up there, way up there. She's looking down, and she's so proud of us."  

"And I just want to say to Amalija, you are special, one of the most special people I've ever known," Trump said. He also said that it was her cooking that helped make Barron grow so tall.

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