(CNN) – Barbara Bush, the matriarch of a Republican political dynasty and a first lady who elevated the cause of literacy, died Tuesday, according to a statement from her husband’s office. She was 92.
Only the second woman in American history to have had a husband and a son elected President (Abigail Adams was the first), Bush was seen as a plainspoken public figure who was instantly recognizable with her signature white hair and pearl necklaces and earrings. She became a major political figure as her husband, George H.W. Bush, rose to become vice president and president. After they left the White House, she was a potent spokeswoman for two of her sons — George W. and Jeb — as they campaigned for office.
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Republican political matriarch Barbara Bush, who worked to elevate the cause of literacy, has died at 92. She was only the second woman in American history to have had a husband and a son elected President. Here's more about the former first lady's life. https://t.co/Czvm6IHmSV pic.twitter.com/0qtbOLh9Gj
— CNN (@CNN) April 18, 2018
Barbara Bush, former first lady and political matriarch, has died at age 92 https://t.co/4PNk3Z8IBO pic.twitter.com/Ec6NEQUKyG
— CNN (@CNN) April 17, 2018
RIP Barbara Bush. A live well lived, a family shaped by a loving mother, and a country blessed by a fine First Lady.
— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 17, 2018
A full life of family and patriotism with great humor. We don't make them like her anymore, which is our great loss. https://t.co/SFTic7OC5d
— John Schindler (@20committee) April 18, 2018
.@FLOTUS Melania and I join the Nation in celebrating the life of Barbara Bush: pic.twitter.com/4NzyjxqAFM
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 18, 2018
Statement by the Office of @GeorgeHWBush on the passing of Barbara Pierce Bush this evening at the age of 92. pic.twitter.com/c6JU0xy6Vc
— Jim McGrath (@jgm41) April 17, 2018
The love between George H.W. and Barbara Bush was one for the ages. Watch them share their love letters on TODAY in 2011. pic.twitter.com/mqko7VRH6s
— TODAY (@TODAYshow) April 18, 2018
"She was the picture of resilience, enduring the life-altering loss of her child, while never losing her abiding faith or belief in the fundamental importance of serving others" former VP Joe Biden said in a statement on the passing of Barbara Bush https://t.co/r27wV3f2AT pic.twitter.com/ASRdzg6OHX
— NBC News (@NBCNews) April 18, 2018
I will miss this tough grandmotherly lady. One of the best First Ladies in my lifetime.
Rest in peace, Mrs. Bush.
Rest In Peace Mrs. Barbara Bush.
You were a beautiful light in this world and I am forever thankful for your friendship. pic.twitter.com/yuZvQ7o8aH— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) April 17, 2018
My prayers are with the Bush family at the passing of their beloved Barbara, an eternal First Lady in the heart of every Texan: https://t.co/2dUiZuB0sp pic.twitter.com/gXCsvXJJzB
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) April 18, 2018
President George HW Bush's chief of staff Jean Becker said tonight President Bush held Barbara Bush's hand all day today and was at her side when she passed
— Steve Brusk (@stevebruskCNN) April 18, 2018
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