Alison Weir suggests that Cecily did not attend the royal sister's funeral because she was out of favour with the king, because of her new marriage concluded without his consent, and if the princess were allowed to see Elizabeth on her last journey, this would mean that Henry VII forgave Cecily.
Alison Weir argues that Cecily did not attend the royal sister's funeral because she was no longer favored by the king due to her marriage without his consent. If Elizabeth were permitted to see Cecily on her final journey, this could suggest that Henry VII had pardoned Cecily.