    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2008, Book II)]
    [July 12, 2008]
    [Page 1011]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Former White House Press Secretary Tony
    Snow
    July 12, 2008

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death
    of our dear friend Tony Snow. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife
    Jill and their children Kendall, Robbie, and Kristi. The Snow family has lost a beloved husband and
    father, and America has lost a devoted public servant and a man of
    character.
        Tony was one of our Nation's finest writers and commentators. He
    earned a loyal following with incisive radio and television broadcasts.
    He was a gifted speechwriter who served in my father's administration. And I was thrilled when he agreed to
    return to the White House to serve as my Press Secretary. It was a joy
    to watch Tony at the podium each day. He brought wit, grace, and a great
    love of country to his work. His colleagues will cherish memories of his
    energetic personality and relentless good humor.
        All of us here at the White House will miss Tony, as will the
    millions of Americans he inspired with his brave struggle against
    cancer. One of the things that sustained Tony Snow was his faith. And
    Laura and I join people across our country in
    praying that this good man has now found comfort in the arms of his
    Creator.