An inquest was held on 29 December and a verdict of temporary insanity was returned which allowed Gurwood to be buried in consecrated ground. On 30 December Sir Henry wrote to the Duke on Fanny's behalf asking if her husband could be buried in the Tower. The Duke gave his consent but said that the funeral must be strictly private. It took place on 3 January, Gurwood is buried in the vaults of the Tower and there is a memorial on the wall of the Chapel.