Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, the Carter Center says
1 year, 6 months ago

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, the Carter Center says

LA Times  

President Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter dance at the annual Congressional Christmas Ball at the White House in 1978 in Washington, D.C. Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, her family announced Tuesday. “She continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones,” the family said via the Carter Center, the global humanitarian organization the couple founded in 1982, less than two years after Jimmy Carter’s landslide defeat. The family noted in its statement that Rosalynn Carter has spent her long public life advocating for individuals and families affected by mental illness and for those in caregiving relationships with loved ones. After their White House years, Rosalynn Carter continued her mental health advocacy at the Carter Center, and she traveled extensively with her husband as part of their work promoting democracy globally and fighting disease in the developing world.

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Jimmy Carter says he hopes to vote for Kamala Harris
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Carter says he hopes to vote for Kamala Harris

CNN  

CNN — Former President Jimmy Carter, the oldest living president, is hoping to vote for Kamala Harris during the November elections, his grandson said. “I’m only trying to make it to vote for Kamala Harris,” the 99-year-old former president said, according to his grandson, Jason Carter, who relayed a conversation Carter had with his son Chip earlier this week to …

A year after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, advocates hope his endurance drives awareness
10 months, 1 week ago

A year after Jimmy Carter entered hospice care, advocates hope his endurance drives awareness

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Since Jimmy Carter entered hospice care at his home in south Georgia one year ago, the former U.S. president has celebrated his 99th birthday, enjoyed tributes to his legacy and lost his wife of 77 years. “The family is pleased that his decision last year to enter hospice care has sparked so many family discussions across the country …

Rosalynn Carter is eulogized before family and friends as husband Jimmy bears silent witness
1 year ago

Rosalynn Carter is eulogized before family and friends as husband Jimmy bears silent witness

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — Her frail husband a silent witness, Rosalynn Carter was celebrated by her family and closest friends Wednesday in the same tiny town where she and Jimmy Carter were born, forever their home base as they climbed to the White House and traveled the world for humanitarian causes. Former President Jimmy Carter greets people as he departs after …

Ex US president Jimmy Carter, 99, makes rare appearance for wife's memorial
1 year ago

Ex US president Jimmy Carter, 99, makes rare appearance for wife's memorial

Hindustan Times  

Former US president Jimmy Carter, 99, made a rare public appearance Tuesday to join his successors Joe Biden and Bill Clinton and all five living first ladies at the memorial service for his beloved wife Rosalynn. Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter attends a tribute service for his wife former first lady Rosalynn Carter. Carter did not speak, but the couple's …

11 Quotes That Beautifully Capture Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's Lifelong Love
1 year ago

11 Quotes That Beautifully Capture Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's Lifelong Love

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter were married for a remarkable 77 years before Rosalynn died on Nov. 19 at the age of 96. And I literally did fall in love with that photograph.” — Rosalynn told ABC News in 2021 On how he felt after their first date: “I can’t really quantify it …

US: Former President Jimmy Carter makes rare appearance at wife Rosalynn's memorial | WATCH
1 year ago

US: Former President Jimmy Carter makes rare appearance at wife Rosalynn's memorial | WATCH

India TV News  

Former US President Jimmy Carter, aged 99, made a rare public appearance by leaving hospice care to join current President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden to attend his wife Rosalynn Carter's memorial service in Glenn Memorial Church in Atlanta. Their children, Chip, Amy, Jeff and Jack, as well as their grandchildren, were Image Source : APFormer First Lady …

Rosalynn Carter is eulogized before family and friends as husband Jimmy bears silent witness
1 year ago

Rosalynn Carter is eulogized before family and friends as husband Jimmy bears silent witness

LA Times  

An Armed Forces body bearer team carries the casket after funeral service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Ga., on Wednesday. “And she became a partner in the true sense of the word, where they had equal footing.” Many family members, including the former president, wore leis to celebrate how much Rosalynn Carter loved …

Jimmy Carter seen for the first time since Rosalynn’s death at her tribute
1 year ago

Jimmy Carter seen for the first time since Rosalynn’s death at her tribute

The Independent  

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Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents, including husband Jimmy
1 year ago

Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents, including husband Jimmy

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Rosalynn Carter was remembered Tuesday as a former U.S. first lady who leveraged her fierce intellect and political power to put her deep Christian faith into action by always helping others, especially those who needed it most. Former President Jimmy Carter, arrives to attend a tribute service for his wife and former first lady Rosalynn Carter, at Glenn …

Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents — including husband Jimmy
1 year ago

Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends, first ladies and presidents — including husband Jimmy

LA Times  

Former President Carter arrives to attend a service Tuesday for his wife, Rosalynn Carter, at Glenn Memorial Church in Atlanta. Carter’s funeral will take place Wednesday in the family’s hometown of Plains, Ga. Rosalynn Carter was memorialized Tuesday as a matriarch who felt most comfortable among the impoverished and vulnerable as she was mourned by a rare gathering of all …

Photos: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter honored at memorial service
1 year ago

Photos: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter honored at memorial service

NPR  

Photos: Former first lady Rosalynn Carter honored at memorial service Enlarge this image toggle caption Corbis via Getty Images Corbis via Getty Images A memorial service took place today for former first lady Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta. Family including children and grandchildren were in attendance and speaking on behalf of her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, who was there despite …

Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter lies in repose, church service scheduled
1 year ago

Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter lies in repose, church service scheduled

Hindustan Times  

The body of Rosalynn Carter, the former U.S. first lady who died on Nov. 19 at age 96, will lie in repose on Monday in Georgia, giving Americans the chance to pay their respects to the woman her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, called "an extension of myself." Former and current US Secret Service agents assigned to the Carter detail, …

Rosalynn Carter death: Biden orders flags to be flown at half-staff
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter death: Biden orders flags to be flown at half-staff

The Independent  

✕ Close Biden pays tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter: ‘She brought so much grace to office’ The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would …

Rosalynn Carter’s tiny hometown mourns a global figure who made many contributions at home
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter’s tiny hometown mourns a global figure who made many contributions at home

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — Linda Campbell decorated the Lions Club Christmas tree in her small hometown just as she would any other Thanksgiving week, but this was no ordinary Monday in late November. “She was an incredibly humble person — the epitome of grace,” said Tim Buchanan, a cousin of Rosalynn’s whose mother remained close to her throughout her life. “I …

‘My equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,’ Jimmy Carter pays moving tribute after wife Rosalynn's death
1 year, 1 month ago

‘My equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,’ Jimmy Carter pays moving tribute after wife Rosalynn's death

Hindustan Times  

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter died on Sunday, November 19, at her home in Plains, Georgia, aged 96. Among many who have paid tribute to her is her husband Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States and the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize recipient. Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter sit together ahead of an NFL football game between the …

Former First Lady of the U.S. Rosalynn Carter passes away at 96 after battle with dementia
1 year, 1 month ago

Former First Lady of the U.S. Rosalynn Carter passes away at 96 after battle with dementia

Firstpost  

Carter was best known for her work post-White House, as she and her husband championed human rights, democracy and health issues around the world – all while maintaining a notably humble public image Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter, the wife of former president Jimmy Carter, died Sunday at age 96 at the couple’s home in the southern state of …

Former US First Lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96 | Five things to know about her
1 year, 1 month ago

Former US First Lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96 | Five things to know about her

India TV News  

Former United States First Lady and mental health advocate Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96 on Sunday, according to The Carter Centre, after suffering from dementia and several months of declining mental health. Rosalynn was married to former US President and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Jimmy Carter for 77 years, becoming the longest-married US presidential couple. “From …

Politicians And Georgia Leaders Pay Tribute To Rosalynn Carter
1 year, 1 month ago

Politicians And Georgia Leaders Pay Tribute To Rosalynn Carter

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Georgia leaders and former presidents expressed their appreciation for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter and her service after the news of her death broke Sunday. — Stacey Abrams November 19, 2023 Sen. Jon Ossoff said in a statement that Rosalynn Carter’s public service “changed the lives of many.” “Among her many accomplishments, Rosalynn Carter will be remembered …

Reactions to the death of Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and global humanitarian
1 year, 1 month ago

Reactions to the death of Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and global humanitarian

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Reactions to the death of Rosalynn Carter, former first lady and global humanitarian: ___ President Joe Biden said the Carters “brought grace” to the White House. May Rosalynn Carter’s memory be a blessing.” ___ Vice President Kamala Harris said Rosalynn Carter redefined the role of first lady and lived a life of service, faith, compassion, and moral leadership. …

Jimmy Carter refused hospital care saying he wanted to go out holding Rosalynn's hand
1 year, 1 month ago

Jimmy Carter refused hospital care saying he wanted to go out holding Rosalynn's hand

Raw Story  

Historian Michael Beschloss revealed on MSNBC that when former President Jimmy Carter was at his sickest, and they feared the worst, he refused to go into the hospital and leave her side. "Number one, this was one of the great marriages in American history, even if they weren't president and first lady," said Beschloss. I am told by someone who …

Former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96
1 year, 1 month ago

Former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96

The Hindu  

Former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter, who President Jimmy Carter called "an extension of myself" owing to her prominent role in his administration even as she tirelessly promoted the cause of mental health, died on Sunday at age 96, the Carter Center said. First Lady Rosalynn Carter walked her own path, inspiring a nation and the world along the way. …

A timeline of key moments from former first lady Rosalynn Carter’s 96 years
1 year, 1 month ago

A timeline of key moments from former first lady Rosalynn Carter’s 96 years

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — Landmarks and notable events in the life of former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter: Aug. 18, 1927: Eleanor Rosalynn Smith is born at her family home in Plains, Georgia. September 1984: She travels to New York City, where the Carters volunteer building homes for Habitat for Humanity; this would become their annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work …

Rosalynn Carter: Advocate for Jimmy Carter and many others, always leveraging her love of politics
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter: Advocate for Jimmy Carter and many others, always leveraging her love of politics

Associated Press  

Read the latest: Jimmy Carter celebrates his 100th birthday PLAINS, Ga. — The Washington chattering class, often unsure what to make of outsiders, dubbed Rosalynn Carter the “Steel Magnolia” when she arrived as first lady. “She was always eager to help his agenda, but she knew what she wanted to accomplish,” said Kathy Cade, a White House adviser to the …

Rosalynn Carter, wife of Jimmy Carter and politically active and outspoken former first lady, dies at 96
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter, wife of Jimmy Carter and politically active and outspoken former first lady, dies at 96

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. president and their four decades thereafter as global humanitarians, has died at the age of 96. Aides to President Carter sometimes referred to her — privately — as “co-president.” Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to President Jimmy Carter, …

Rosalynn Carter, wife and advisor to Jimmy Carter, has died
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter, wife and advisor to Jimmy Carter, has died

LA Times  

Rosalynn Carter, the formidable first lady who helped modernize and expand the role of a U.S. president’s wife as she sat in on White House Cabinet meetings, spoke freely and pushed for mental health reform, has died. The deep love shared between Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter is the definition of partnership, and their humble leadership is the definition of patriotism.” …

Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, is in hospice care at home, Carter Center says
1 year, 1 month ago

Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, is in hospice care at home, Carter Center says

LA Times  

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, shown in 2019, is in hospice care at home, the Carter Center says. Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter is in hospice care at home in Plains, Ga., joining former President Carter, who has been receiving end-of-life care since February, their family has announced. Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the former first lady “a …

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter mark 77th wedding anniversary at home in Plains, Georgia
1 year, 5 months ago

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter mark 77th wedding anniversary at home in Plains, Georgia

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter are marking their 77th wedding anniversary with a quiet Friday at their south Georgia home, extending their record as the longest-married first couple ever as both nonagenarians face significant health challenges. The Carter family has not offered details of either Jimmy or Rosalynn Carter’s condition but has said they both have enjoyed time with …

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says
1 year, 6 months ago

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says

The Hindu  

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, her family announced Tuesday. “She continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones,” the family said via The Carter Center, the global humanitarian organisation the couple founded in 1982, less than two years after Jimmy Carter's landslide defeat. The family noted in its …

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says
1 year, 6 months ago

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, The Carter Center says

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, her family announced Tuesday. “She continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones,” the family said via The Carter Center, the global humanitarian organization the couple founded in 1982, less than two years after Jimmy Carter’s landslide defeat. The family noted …

Jimmy Carter, 3 months into hospice, is aware of tributes, enjoying ice cream
1 year, 7 months ago

Jimmy Carter, 3 months into hospice, is aware of tributes, enjoying ice cream

Associated Press  

NORCROSS, Ga. — Three months after entering end-of-life care at home, former President Jimmy Carter remains in good spirits as he visits with family, follows public discussion of his legacy and receives updates on The Carter Center’s humanitarian work around the world, his grandson says. “That’s been one of the blessings of the last couple of months,” Jason Carter said …

Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy
1 year, 9 months ago

Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — President Joe Biden says he plans to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, who remains under hospice care at his home in south Georgia. Biden told donors at a California fundraiser Monday evening about his “recent” visit to see the 39th president, whom he has known since he was a young Delaware senator …

Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy
1 year, 9 months ago

Biden says Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy

LA Times  

President Carter and then-Sen. Joe Biden in 1978. President Biden says he plans to deliver the eulogy for former President Jimmy Carter, who remains under hospice care at his home in Georgia. Biden told donors at a California fundraiser Monday about a 2021 visit with the 39th president, whom Biden has known since he was a young senator from Delaware …

The Carters: What you know may be wrong (or not quite right)
1 year, 9 months ago

The Carters: What you know may be wrong (or not quite right)

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — Exaggeration, misinformation and myth have always infected politics – even before social media took it to the extreme. Iran and the U.S. finalized terms for the hostages’ release on Carter’s final full day in office, Jan. 19, 1981, and Carter remained in the Oval Office the next morning, Inauguration Day, seeing through details. THE DETAILS: Habitat grew …

The Carters: What you know may be wrong (or not quite right)
1 year, 9 months ago

The Carters: What you know may be wrong (or not quite right)

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. THE DETAILS: Habitat grew out of the housing ministry of Koinonia Farm, a multiracial …

Jimmy Carter: Family affair to the White House and beyond
1 year, 9 months ago

Jimmy Carter: Family affair to the White House and beyond

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — When Jimmy Carter stepped onto the national stage, he brought along those closest to him, introducing Americans to a colorful Georgia family that helped shape the 39th president’s public life and now, generations later, is rallying around him for the private final chapter of his 98 years. “Family has always been important to Uncle Jimmy,” said Kim …

Jimmy Carter, oldest living ex-US president, receiving ‘hospice care’ at age 98
1 year, 10 months ago

Jimmy Carter, oldest living ex-US president, receiving ‘hospice care’ at age 98

Hindustan Times  

Jimmy Carter, the 98-year-old former US president who led the nation from 1977 to 1981, is receiving hospice care at home, where he will spend his "remaining time," his nonprofit foundation said Saturday. Carter, the oldest living former president and a Nobel peace laureate, resides in Plains, Georgia, with his wife, Rosalynn. "After a series of short hospital stays, former …

Jimmy Carter, wife Rosalynn celebrate 75 years of marriage
3 years, 5 months ago

Jimmy Carter, wife Rosalynn celebrate 75 years of marriage

Associated Press  

PLAINS, Ga. — Former President Jimmy Carter on Saturday turned to his wife Rosalynn and thanked her for 75 years of marriage, telling her that she’s always been right for him. “I want to express particular gratitude for being the right woman that I chose for my wife,” Carter said at a 75th wedding anniversary celebration in his hometown of …

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter won’t attend Biden’s inauguration
3 years, 11 months ago

Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter won’t attend Biden’s inauguration

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Former President Jimmy Carter and former first lady Rosalynn Carter will not attend President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. Ford added that “witnessing the peaceful transfer of power is a hallmark of our democracy that never gets old.” Carter, a Democrat, became the longest-lived American president in March 2019, surpassing former President George H.W. Carter was the first former president …

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