George H. W. Bush 1924-2018

Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Vice President, and 41st, President of the United States of America, George H. W. Bush has passed away, he was 94 years old.

Statement by the Office of George H. W. Bush on the passing of the 41st President of the United States of America this evening at 10:10pm CT at the age of 94. pic.twitter.com/XUPgha2aUW
— Jim McGrath (@jgm41) December 1, 2018

George H. W. Bush leaves behind his five children and their spouses, his 17 grandchildren, his 8 grandchildren, to join his wife Barbara Bush of 73 years and his daughter in death. May they rest in peace together.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date according to the posted Twitter statement.

the News Blender offers our thoughts to the family may they find comfort at this most trying time.

George Herbert Walker Bush has passed. He is in heaven with his beloved Barbara tonight.

We will not see his like again. A modest hero, he left a legacy of honorable service to the nation he loved.

It was a deep honor to serve in his Administration.

RIP, 41. Godspeed, sir.
— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) December 1, 2018

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The 43rd President and son of George H.W. Bush released a statement.

Statement by the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, on the passing of his father this evening at the age 94. pic.twitter.com/oTiDq1cE7h
— Jim McGrath (@jgm41) December 1, 2018

Jeb Bush Jr. released a statement.

Nothing gave my Gampy more joy than service to others, especially supporting and caring for those who risk making the ultimate sacrifice everyday. His leadership taught us to be kinder and gentler, to love each other. We will miss him dearly. pic.twitter.com/i2iR5U3ikc
— Jeb Bush, Jr. (@JebBushJr) December 1, 2018

Letter from George H.W. Bush to incoming President Bill Clinton.

As our nation mourns the passing of President #GeorgeHWBush, may we all work to treat our opponents with respect and decency. A must read letter of President Bush to President Clinton.

RIP. pic.twitter.com/rFhSIDvykz
— Spoa Steph (@SpoaSteph) December 1, 2018

Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL)

President George H.W. Bush was an American hero, a patriot and a wise and generous man. May he Rest In Peace.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) December 1, 2018

Former President Barack Obama issued a statement on the passing of George H.W. Bush.

America has lost a patriot and humble servant in George Herbert Walker Bush. While our hearts are heavy today, they are also filled with gratitude. Our thoughts are with the entire Bush family tonight – and all who were inspired by George and Barbara’s example. pic.twitter.com/g9OUPu2pjY
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 1, 2018

FLASHBACK: George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush dance in 1989. https://t.co/gC41hhjXEI pic.twitter.com/6ZIFIH0Lfz
— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2018

President Trump has issued a statement.

Statement from President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on the Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush pic.twitter.com/qxPsp4Ggs7
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 1, 2018

George H. W. Bush 1924-2018

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