Melania Trump’s Mother Sadly Passes Away
On Monday, the country mourned the loss of Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump. Knavs, 78, passed away at her home in Maryland.
In a statement released by her daughter, Melania described her mother as a strong and gracious woman. The former first lady expressed deep sorrow over the passing of her beloved mother, adding that her legacy will continue to be honored and loved.
Born in Slovenia in 1945, Amalija Knavs lived her early years under communist rule. She later married her husband Viktor Knavs, who was a car dealer. The couple had two daughters, Melania and Ines. Amalija worked as a textile worker while Viktor ran his car dealership. The family lived a modest life in Slovenia, and little did they know that their daughter would one day become the first lady of the United States.
Former President Donald Trump, who is now living at his Mar-a-Lago resort, announced the death of his mother-in-law at his New Year’s Eve event. The former president mentioned that Melania was absent from Christmas and New Year’s celebrations because she was visiting her ill mother. He praised his wife as a “great first lady” and said that her mother was loved by many people. Trump also wished for Amalija to recover soon from her illness.
The relationship between Amalija and her daughter Melania was reported to be very close. Melania has always credited her mother for instilling in her strong values and principles. The bond between the two was evident in the fact that Melania chose to spend Thanksgiving with her parents rather than with her husband. In a rare public appearance, Amalija and her husband visited the White House in 2017 to celebrate Melania’s birthday.
Amalija’s grandson, Barron Trump, also shared a close relationship with his grandmother. The youngest Trump frequently visited his grandparents in Maryland and was described as a family-oriented individual. According to sources close to the family, Amalija’s health issues were not new and she had battled with illness for several years.
The news of Amalija’s passing was met with messages of condolences from people all over the world. Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa took to Twitter to express his sympathy for the first family.
He described Amalija as a hard-working and respected woman who raised her children with “good values.” The White House also released a statement offering their support and condolences to the Trump family during this difficult time.
The funeral arrangements for Amalija Knavs have not yet been announced. However, it is expected that many prominent Slovenian officials and dignitaries will attend the service. The family has requested privacy during this time of mourning. Melania Trump is expected to take a break from her public engagements to be with her family and to honor the memory of her mother.
Over the years, Amalija Knavs has become a beloved figure in her home country of Slovenia and in the United States. Despite living a private life, her passing has been widely covered by the media, with many remembering her as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. As the country grieves with the Trump family, Amalija’s legacy will be remembered and cherished for years to come.