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Updated 03 April 2002, 11.18 
The Queen Mother has died peacefully in her sleep.
She was one of the country's favourite members of the Royal family and will be greatly missed.
You can e-mail us your tribute to the Queen Mother here.
 The Queen Mother represented history for the last century. She was a people person and always took a keen interest in other people no matter who they were. She was a strong queen and supportive queen mother.  David, 13, Conwy
She was a kind woman even though I didn't know her and we will all miss her a lot. The world is not what it was when she was alive. Abbie, 12, Cradley
I think that the Queen Mother was marvellous to live to 101 but her death didn't come as a shock to me. It would have to happen sooner or later. I'm upset for the Royal Family. Sophie, 10, Milton Keynes
Sorry, but the Queen Mother did not help the country for the last 20 odd years. She was an old woman and I can not see what all the fuss is about. When my great aunt died at 102 there wasn't thousands of sad letters pouring in. Danny, 12, London
The Queen Mother was a beautiful, caring, lovely and wonderful woman. She will be sadly missed. She was loved by everyone. May she rest in peace and be happy. Elinor, 15, Wales
The Queen Mother's death is a sad event indeed, but I'm glad she lived a long, full life and died peacefully. She will be greatly missed, I'm sure. Cassidy, 14, New York City
She lived for a long time and was very frail so maybe it was getting too difficult for her. At least it wasn't a painful death. Anna, 13, Cambridge
I think the Queen Mother was a respectful lady who will be missed dearly across the world. My thoughts go to the Queen at this time. Elizabeth, 12, Stoke-on-Trent
She will be missed but it's good she died in her sleep because she was suffering quite a lot and by dying in her sleep was feeling no pain Lara, 12, London
I think the Queen Mother was a loved and respected woman and everyone will miss her greatly X Abigail, 13, Norwich
Queen mother was one of the finest woman who lived a cool and noble life by attracting everyone. We miss her a lot. Arashe, 14, Texas, USA
The Queen Mother was sound, she treated people with respect, she never acted superior to anyone. Rest in peace. Nathan, 13, N.Ireland
I belong to Chickenshed theatre company. I sang with others for her 100th birthday which was broadcast on television. Elizabeth, the Queen Mother was a very special lady and loved by many. She will be sadly missed by millions of people. Charlotte, 12, London
The Queen mother was the mother of England and she is still alive in our hearts whatever colour u r race or EVEN religion she still loved us all! R.I.P Queen Mother WE ALL LOVE YOU!!! Lauren, 12, Middlesex
She will be sorely missed by everybody, from different religions, different races and different countries. God bless Elizabeth the wonder woman! Rosie, 14, Swansea
The Queen Mother was an inspiration to us all God bless her may she rest in peace. Paula, 13, Wolverhampton
Even though I am not from Britain, I grieve for the Queen's death. She will be sadly missed I am sure by me and my family and the whole world. Annie, 14, Irvine
A rose is a beautiful flower and the Queen Mother is a sweet bloom. Sarah, 9, Canada
Thank you for what you have done for this country. You will be sorely missed. The Queen Mother was like a grandmother to me. Ashleigh, 10, Charleville
When I first heard that the Queen Mother had died I was really shocked because I met her last year and she was really kind and gentle woman. I miss her. Sarah, 14, Preston
She was an awesome woman. I'm glad she lived a good, long life. I'm also glad she died peacefully. God bless her. Victoria, 13, USA
Although I am American, I feel sorrow about her death. I give my sympathy and great despair. God Bless her and that she sees her great country today. I hope it was peaceful. God Bless England and the Queen's mother. Angela, 14, USA
The Queen Mother was a very friendly and lovable woman who will be missed by all. She lived a long, happy life and we should be celebrating her successful reign as a wonderful role model. Christine, 14, London
She will be missed with all of our hearts. She was with us for so long. I am glad she didn't pass on horribly, but peacefully. Sarah, 13, USA
I'm shocked to hear, but I know she will still be loved and missed in a million years time. May she R.I.P. We all miss her. Rachel, 11, Orpington
The Queen Mother will be missed world wide. she might be gone but there's a piece of her inside everybody. I am so sad she was probably the greatest queen mother ever :-( Christopher, 12, Nottingham
Even though her death was a terrible shock to everyone, she made a great impact on the world. She lived a great life and it was peacefully ended. God Bless her. Joni, 12, Watford
I liked the Queen Mother as when she was seen on TV she was always smiling and looked happy, I shall miss her but dieing is just part of human life Lucy, 8, West Kirby
I am very upset that she died, but at least she wasn't in any pain! I mostly feel sad for the Royal family, especially the Queen, first her sister Margaret died, now the Queen's mum! Lucy, 8, West Kirby
The Queen Mother was a lovable lady and she will never be forgotten. Lizzie, 13, Kent
I am very sad about what happened but she is in peace now. Holly, 10, Powys
It's so sad, but she had a long life at least, and she did so much, but I hope the celebrations for her Golden Jubilee still go on, so that we can remember her by them. Sarah, 14, Wales
I'm very sad by the news but at least she lived a happy life. Even though the Queen Mum is dead she is still with us in sprit, memory and in our hearts and minds of the nation and in the whole wide world. God bless the Queen Mother and The Queen. Karly, 12, Essex
All I can say is rest in peace! God bless her! My thoughts go out to all of the royals especially the princes who had a terrible end to their holiday! Laura, 16, London
The Queen Mother was a wonderful person and will be missed terribly. I'm glad she died peacefully. She lived for a hundred years but will be remembered for a million years. Hafiza, 13, Luton
It's really sad to hear that such a great women has died, but I know we will never forget this magnificent woman. Libby, 13, Milton Keynes
She was such a cool lady who had such an amazing life! She always wanted to do good and she will be missed by everyone everywhere! Abi, 11, Edinburgh.
The Queen Mother was a lovely lady but I think people should leave her to rest in peace and not carry on about it like they did with Diana. Charlie, 12, Birmingham
Nobody should be sad, we should celebrate her long life. Beth, 12, Wales
God bless her. At least we know she didn't suffer and she died peacefully. She will always remain alive in my heart. Me and my mum are going down to the palace to lay flowers tonight. Shelly, 13, London
I am very sad. She was lovely and deserved to live a lovely long life. Victoria, 9, Brussels
God Bless the Queen's mother and let her rest in peace. She will be missed sorrowfully by everyone. Laura, 11, Bishops Stortford
She was a lovely, lovely lady and one of the best Royals. She'll be missed a lot by adults and children alike! God bless the Queen Mother Nisha, 14, Leicester
Although at the end she was very frail, she was a great character and lived a fab life. I'm sure the Queen and her family are very sad and we're thinking of them at this difficult time. Charlotte, 12, St Albans
I give my heart out to the Royal Family, and I am very sad about it. she was a very special person. Lotz, 11, Redruth
She will be sadly missed, not just by grown-ups and royals but by kids, by me, too. Hannah, 11, Milton Keynes
I am so sad about this - she was my favourite Royal. Sue, 12, Yeovil
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