    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
    [May 15, 2007]
    [Pages 584-585]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Jerry L. Falwell, Sr.
    May 15, 2007

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death
    of Jerry Falwell, a man who cherished faith, family, and freedom. As the
    founder of Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia, Jerry
    lived a life of faith and called upon men and women of all backgrounds
    to believe in God and serve their communities. One of his lasting
    contributions was the establishment of Lib-erty University, where he
    taught young people to remain true to their convictions and rely upon
    God's word throughout each stage of their lives.
        Today our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Macel and the rest of the Falwell family.

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