MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey on Saturday released a statement on the death of former President George H.W. Bush. Also, in accordance with U.S. Code, Governor Ivey has ordered flags lowered to half-staff for 30 days of mourning. Governor Ivey’s full statement is below.
“President George H.W. Bush was a true statesman and patriot who served our country in the U.S. Navy during World War II and later as Congressman, Ambassador, CIA Director, Vice President and President. The honor he showed our people will live on long after today. He was a leader for us all, and his presence will be truly missed. I pray for the Bush Family as they mourn the death of their father, grandfather, great-grandfather and our 41st President.”
Media Release Office of Alabama Governor Kay Ivey
Alabama Republican Party Statement on the Death of President George H.W. Bush
“The Alabama Republican Party extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of President George H.W. Bush. Our nation not only mourns a great president, but a great man. As a dedicated husband, father and grandfather, he spent a lifetime proudly caring and supporting those he loved the most.”
“A WWII veteran, member of the U.S. House of Representatives, U.N. Ambassador and Republican National Committee Chair, the 41st President of our United States dedicated his life to earnestly and courageously serving the American public.”
“We are deeply grateful for the way President George H. W. Bush loved and led America. Now and in the years to come, we will remember President George H.W. Bush and the lasting impact his legacy leaves behind. He truly is a point of light in our country’s history.”
“May his faith in God be a great comfort to his family and all who love him.”
Media Release/ALGOP Press Office
