John Spencer-Churchill dead; Winston's cousin and godson was 88
Conservative Party leader David Cameron, right, presents John Spencer-Churchill, 11th Duke of Marlborourgh, with a Green Tourism award at Blenheim Palace on Nov. 13, 2009 in Woodstock, England. Credit: Getty Images / Marco Secchi
LONDON -- John Spencer-Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough and a cousin and godson of British wartime leader Winston Churchill, has died. He was 88.
Blenheim Palace said Spencer-Churchill died yesterday.
His son Jamie is expected to inherit his father's title and become the 12th Duke of Marlborough.
Prime Minister David Cameron said Spencer-Churchill will be deeply missed and praised his community involvement.
Spencer-Churchill had been married four times. He is survived by his wife and four children. -- AP
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