Former US First Lady Nancy Reagan’s death sparked an outpouring of condolences from around the world Sunday.
Former US First Lady Nancy Reagan’s death sparked an outpouring of condolences from around the world Sunday.
US President Barack Obama and his wife, First Lady Michelle Obama, offered condolences on the death on Sunday, saying she “redefined the role” of First Lady and became a strong advocate for Alzheimer’s research of Nancy Reagan.
“Nancy Reagan once wrote that nothing could prepare you for living in the White House,” the Obamas wrote in a joint statement on Sunday after news of Reagan’s death in California.
“She was right, of course. But we had a head start, because we were fortunate to benefit from her proud example, and her warm and generous advice.”
“Our former First Lady redefined the role in her time here. Later, in her long goodbye with President Reagan, she became a voice on behalf of millions of families going through the depleting, aching reality of Alzheimer’s, and took on a new role, as advocate, on behalf of treatments that hold the potential and the promise to improve and save lives.”
“We offer our sincere condolences to their children, Patti, Ron, and Michael, and to their grandchildren. And we remain grateful for Nancy Reagan’s life, thankful for her guidance, and prayerful that she and her beloved husband are together again.”
Former President George W. Bush said, “Mrs Reagan was fiercely loyal to her beloved husband, and that devotion was matched only by her devotion to our country. Her influence on the White House was complete and lasting.”
Presidential hopeful Donald Trump also offered condolences, saying “Nancy Reagan, the wife of a truly great president, was an amazing woman. She will be missed!”
Mr Bernie Sanders, Democratic presidential candidate said, “Nancy Reagan was an exemplary First Lady. Even after her time in the White House, she was an outspoken advocate for stem-cell research to find a cure for Alzheimer’s. Nancy Reagan had a good heart, and she will be dearly missed.”
“Rosalynn and I are saddened by the passing of former First Lady Nancy Reagan. She will always be admired for her strength of conviction and her lifelong devotion to her husband,” said former US president Jimmy Carter said.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, “I remember Nancy as a noble woman who supported president Reagan and stood by his side. She will be remembered as a great friend of the state of Israel.”
