Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, known for her humanitarian work and advocacy for mental health care, will be honored at a series of memorial events in Georgia. President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and their spouses will attend the services to pay their respects to the beloved former First Lady.
Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96 at her home in Plains, Georgia. She had been known for providing constant political counsel to her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, and for her dedication to improving mental health care in the United States.
The memorial events will commence with a wreath-laying ceremony at Georgia Southwestern State University. Following that, Rosalynn Carter will lie in repose at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum. This will give the public an opportunity to pay their respects to the former First Lady.
The main tribute service will take place at Glenn Memorial Church at Emory University. This service will be attended by invited guests, including former First Lady Laura Bush. It will be a time for family, friends, and dignitaries to remember Rosalynn Carter’s remarkable legacy.
Following the tribute service, a funeral service will be held at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains. This is where Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter regularly attended services. In a private ceremony, Rosalynn Carter will be interred at the Carters’ residence, a place she called home for many years.
President Biden and the Carters have had a close relationship, with Biden visiting them earlier this year. The President had described the Carters as cherished friends and allies. The passing of Rosalynn Carter is a profound loss for the President and the nation as a whole.
Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter’s marriage spanned over 77 years, making it the longest-lasting marriage among first couples in American history. Jimmy Carter has often praised his wife as his equal partner and someone who steadfastly supported him throughout their years together.
The memorial events and ceremonies will be a time to honor Rosalynn Carter’s contributions to society and remember her remarkable life. Her legacy as a compassionate and devoted advocate for mental health care will continue to inspire others for generations to come.
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