    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
    [June 14, 2007]
    [Pages 756-757]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Ruth Bell Graham
    June 14, 2007

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of Ruth Bell Graham, a
    remarkable woman of faith whose life was defined by her belief in a
    personal, loving, and gracious God. She was an encouraging friend,
    accomplished poet, and devoted mother of 5 and grandmother of 19.
        Ruth's marriage to her husband Billy was a true and loving partnership. As the wife of
    the world's most beloved evangelist, she inspired people around the
    world with her humor, intelligence, elegance, and kindness. Laura and I
    offer our prayers and condolences to Billy and the Graham family.

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