[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 39 (Monday, October 2, 2006)]
[Pages 1674-1675]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Death of Byron Nelson

September 26, 2006

    I was saddened to learn today of the passing of Byron Nelson. Byron 
Nelson was a legend in the game of golf, setting extraordinary standards 
for excellence on the course. More importantly, he was a true gentleman 
and role model for generations of golfers. Laura and I join fellow 
Texans and the sports world in extending our sympathies to his wife, 
Peggy, and his family and friends.

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