    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1997, Book II)]
    [October 13, 1997]
    [Page 1352]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of John Denver
    October 13, 1997

        Hillary and I were saddened to learn of the death of John Denver.
    His soaring music evoked the grandeur of our landscape and the simple
    warmth of human love. He was a dedicated champion of the environment,
    spending many hours on the vital work of protecting natural heritage.
    And he opened many doors to understanding among nations through his
    tours of the Soviet Union, China, and Vietnam. Our thoughts and prayers
    go out to his family and to his millions of fans.