Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was honored in a tribute service attended by dignitaries

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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was honored in a tribute service attended by dignitaries, including former President Jimmy Carter, President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and all living former first ladies. The service celebrated Rosalynn Carter’s humanitarian efforts and her impact on the nation. The event took place in Georgia, where Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96. Jimmy Carter, now 99 and in hospice care, attended the service in a wheelchair.

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During the ceremony, James “Chip” Carter III, the couple’s son, paid tribute to his mother, highlighting her support during his struggles and her adventurous spirit. The vice chair of the Carter Center, Kathryn Cade, praised Rosalynn Carter’s active role in leading the nation, advocating for equal rights, and addressing mental health stigma.

Jimmy Carter, facing health challenges, used a wheelchair for the service. His declining health required a new suit for the occasion. The Carters, married for 77 years, have four children and 22 grandchildren. The grandchildren served as honorary pallbearers.

The service featured family members reading Bible verses and performances of Rosalynn Carter’s favorite music. Former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, along with former first ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama, attended the service.

On Wednesday, a funeral procession to Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia, the Carters’ hometown, will take place. A private funeral service for friends and family will follow, and Rosalynn Carter will be laid to rest at the Carter family residence.

Rosalynn Carter’s public tribute included a wreath-laying ceremony at the Rosalynn Carter Health and Human Sciences Complex at Georgia Southwestern State University. Members of the public were invited to pay their respects at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta.

Former First Lady Rosalynn funeral ceremony highlighted the enduring love story of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, their shared values, and Rosalynn Carter’s impactful contributions to society. The former first lady’s legacy as a compassionate advocate for change and her commitment to a more caring society were celebrated during the service. Source thedailycourierng news

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