LONDON (AP) Prince Philip royal ceremonial funeral will take place April 17 at Windsor Castle a slimmed-down service amid the COVID-19 pandemic that will be entirely closed to the public.

Philip, also known as the Duke of Edinburgh, took part in planning his funeral and its focus on family was in accordance with his wishes. The 99-year-old duke, who died Friday, also took part in designing the modified Land Rover that will carry his coffin.

Although the ceremonial arrangements are reduced, the occasion will still celebrate and recognize the dukes life and his more than 70 years of service to the Queen, the UK and the Commonwealth, a palace spokesman said Saturday while speaking on condition of anonymity in line with policy.

Prince Harry , Philips grandson who stepped away from royal duties last year and now lives in California, will attend the service along with other members of the royal family. His wife, the Duchess of Sussex, who is pregnant, has been advised by her doctor not to attend.