[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 43, Number 24 (Monday, June 18, 2007)]
[Pages 811-812]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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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

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humor, intelligence, elegance, and kindness. Laura and I offer our 
prayers and condolences to Billy and the Graham family.