10 times George H.W. Bush's humor brought laughter to his loved ones in mourning

Amid tears, loved ones delivering eulogies at George H.W. Bush's memorial services remembered the times the former president made them laugh. Subscribe to The Washington Post on KZbin: bit.ly/2qiJ4dy
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[@GjoniClan]

The best was "Baker, if you're so smart, Why am I president and you're not?"

[@bobgillis1137]

"Because my daddy wasn't president"

[@mogadon7]

If the roof fell in they could have buried all the bushes together - the same way George did with the Kennedys, Martin Luther King, John Lennon (and attempted with Ronald Reagan).

[@matthewhall131]

Maybe he didn’t want to be President

[@pbhanjdeo]

@@bobgillis1137 Bush Sr's dad wasn't President

[@D7theband]

"Cause my bloodline is more direct to royalty and I've been brought up in worse things and have done worse things than you to get to where I am. We all play out part, Baker."

[@jeffnaslund]

“Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life...” Well put.

[@watersnortmoment3734]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 So... like almost every country?

[@watersnortmoment3734]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 So again, like almost every other country?

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

@@watersnortmoment3734 other countries are not like this, they don´t have a giant military to threaten others to do the neccessary unpleasant jobs like the US does.

[@watersnortmoment3734]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 Yes they are.

[@Fanofmusic106]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 you must be fun at parties

[@Sierraomega1991]

The pal that smuggles vodka into you hospital room and gets you a steak is the friend we all need

[@Bongobongobongobongo]

And fills your IV bag with it. Ahh good times.

[@manyiahtanyilagang4551]

Yes but I like cognac just you so know ok but a steak you can never go wrong

[@BIGBLOCK5022006]

@@manyiahtanyilagang4551 I have never tried cognac but steak is always good no matter the time of the day.

[@devinmoose]

"Humour is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." What a bloody line.

[@stephenmcconnell6384]

that's why trump and his wooden wife are sitting with poker faces.

[@MsMesem]

@@stephenmcconnell6384 Trumps jokes are aimed above your intelligence level.

[@seanham4040]

that one's a keeper in'it?

[@MsMesem]

@@lolaclyde7915 You are unable to even recognise thé humour.

[@jocee2257]

@@lolaclyde7915 nah you're just that dumb

[@ALBERTEINSTEIN777]

HUMOR IS THE UNIVERSAL SOLVENT AGAINST THE ABRASIVE ELEMENTS OF LIFE.

[@beeweb1137]

That's the truth if ever spoken.

[@laurathompson4458]

I swear when I heard that ...... I was nodding my head yes and thinking that is the one line you take away from this whole funeral

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

+ALBERT EINSTEIN "The economic anarchy of capitalism is the root of all evil." - Albert Einstein

[@Mikeyvideos27]

ALBERT EINSTEIN smoke me

[@hrhrhrhrhr2503]

What was funny ,

[@RichardsWorld]

Everyone was laughing, except for those very serious Secret Service agents.

[@bobdownes162]

Good observation !

[@MrFamousBroMan]

OMG I SAW THAT TOO

[@Paixpeacehippy]

Victor Bastos oh come on

[@MarsorryIckuatuna]

Richard's World Traveler They’re laughing, just in secret... (ok, I’ll shut up, I’m so sorry 😐).

[@peacefullbrown]

..maybe there's been a reason for it...

[@GuyHufstetler]

In 1988, I was a 26-year-old employee of a Fortune 500 company, and I was invited to attend a Bush fundraiser on the company dime. After then Vice President Bush spoke, he made his way to the floor where he went from table to table shaking hands. My wife, a very pretty blonde 24-year-old, stood next to me as we waited for the Vice President to make his way to our table. As he approached, I stuck out my hand, but Mr. Bush reached past me to my wife, and whispered to me, "If you think I'm going to shake your hand first, you're crazy!" I loved that and will always remember it. My wife was so flattered when I told her what he said. 😂

[@sierras3681]

that’s so cool!

[@ryanparadis1973]

Wholesome

[@dr.debajyotibose2928]

Memories, man !

[@tommy2pieceya734]

Try to think of one issue that's ever been resolved in the history of our history, you won't be able to think of one, because no issues has ever been resolved..Here's why, 50% of the Republicans are voting for the Lesser evil and at the same time, 50% of the Democrats are voting for the Lesser evil, that means we the American people vote for the Lesser evil, 100% of the time, it just depends on what party your affiliated with. You can't make a difference voting red or blue, that's an illusion.... If the government's divided within itself, then so are the American people, because we follow their lead... Voting red or blue is a lose-lose situation and the only way voting works, is if Americans can get on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference that impacts every single American in a positive way... We only know one way of how this country can be ran and that's the way it's been running, there are a million better ways to run this country and a new system must be put in place.. This country will never come together, as long as they're divided within our government... The government leads by example and whether that example is good, bad or indifferent, the American people will follow... It's impossible to resolve any issue this country has, when the country's split down the middle, every single election... Think about it, if within our government, they're always blaming the opposing parties and either past or current president, then so are the American people... Here you have a government, who's supposed to have our best interests in mind at all times, yet they never take responsibility and they're always blaming the opposing parties, past and current president's, they're always adding fuel to the fire and they stir the pot every chance they get.. It's just common sense, how could we ever Unite, if this is how they act within our own government and not to mention they've implemented A system that works against the American people. There's no reason every single American couldn't be living middle class at the very least, no one should live paycheck-to-paycheck, nobody should go hungry, nobody should be sacrificing their life short or not getting Medical Care, because of their insurance or they couldn't make a first payment on their medical bill, everyone should have a roof over their head and shoes on their feet, that should be automatic.. Instead, we only know one way and that's the system which is in place..Why do you think they always give you two options for President and at the same time, encourage you to vote Republican or Democrat, because no matter who you choose, we lose and they win..You can't make a difference voting red or blue, the only way voting works, is if everybody gets on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference for us, the American people.. The American people are voting for the Lesser evil 100% of the time, it just depends on what party you're affiliated with... Everything I'm saying is indisputable and provable Beyond A Reasonable Doubt... I mean we the people appoint the government, to watch us, protect us, guide us, lead us and to always have our best interest in mind, excetera... So if this is the case, why would they devise and Implement a system that works against us?? Something incredibly crooked is going on and we know this, because the government is divided within themselves, split down the middle between Republican and Democrat.. Which makes it literally impossible to resolve any issue, or make a difference by voting red or blue, because if they're split down the middle, then so are we, the American people.. Furthermore, anything we create, we can change, take away, or improve, here you have this governmental system in place, which not only divides us, but kills us left and right... To think people have to sacrifice their life short and not receive medical attention because their insurance is bad, or they can't make their first payment, is inconceivable... To think we the people appoint the government to have our best interests in mind, guide us, lead us and protect us, etc and this is what they do, I can't even put it into words it makes me so mad....We got to take it back, find the most creative minds to implement a system which benefits every single American, to the fullest worst part is, money has no value besides what your told it's worth, even when it was backed by gold, it's still something that was created and now it dictates everything...For instance, they say you can't print money, because it will flood the market and disrupt the economy, well what market, the market we create and the economy it produces, will be disrupted by an illusion called money, that we just happened to put an imaginary value on??? It's laughable and makes you sick all at the same time, I mean to think we're living under this imaginary bulshit system, that could be changed, improved, or taken away at any time, well........ I'm at a loss of words, because crooked, immoral, unjust and nonsensical, are all understatements, just say'n...

[@chickenraptor2339]

@@tommy2pieceya734 I think you missed the point of this video

[@jkrfan7]

"If any of you cry at my funeral, I'll never speak to you again." -Stan Laurel

[@oscarsalazar3604]

His biggest joke was President Obama Bin Laden.

[@MaxCE]

@@oscarsalazar3604 what the

[@Phelixc]

When I die, I hope that this will be the type of mourning at my funeral. Laugh, remember my good sides and carry with you those pieces of me worth having, there is enough time for crying in life...

[@GreekOrthodox7]

Phelix Kelevra you care so much about your funeral but you don’t care about where you will go after you die? How shameful!

[@quickdrawmcgraw1728]

@@GreekOrthodox7 stfu

[@anadammifalastini594]

@@GreekOrthodox7 just stfu.

[@puertorichard]

“It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all. Yet for this reason I found mercy, so that in me as the foremost, Jesus Christ might demonstrate His perfect patience as an example for those who would believe in Him for eternal life.” ‭‭1 Timothy‬ ‭1:15-16‬ ‭

[@travelswithdan6850]

@@puertorichard Can you people keep your bullshit crap to yourselves.

[@braytongleason7033]

Watching George you can just see through his emotions and body language how much he loved his father 😢

[@maccybear8093]

So sad, Rest In Piss 🙏

[@gloriakadar3288]

Sure a good man that invaded and killed million people 👏 just becouse.

[@91dodgespiritrt]

A globalist sellout free-traitor is dead. Ask me if I should care?

[@80steen44]

Unfortunately he was nothing like his father. His father wasn't a ruthless monster

[@91dodgespiritrt]

@@80steen44 His father didn't have a cabinet full of zionist "neocon" jews, either.

[@mistergamerguy]

That last line, VERY well said! "Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life..."

[@hore4leo917]

It’s crazy to see the former presidents sitting next to each other, not fighting’s judging but smiling.

[@jenniferl1908]

Because these former presidents were raised with good manners.

[@pilomalik9696]

Because they are all on the same team. Two wings to the the same bird.

[@BoilersRock]

It's a very small and exclusive group of peers at any given moment.

[@Pfromm007]

All working for the parties of rich lobbyist, bankers and investors.

[@JC-wj3hx]

​@@jenniferl1908expect Trump the Grumpy lol

[@ace_stealth251ace9]

Can we appreciate how good jimmy carter looks and stands up like that at age 94!!

[@zandraward4366]

I was a teenager when Carter was President. I always thought that he was not treated fairly.

[@javiermartinez-kv5fk]

Yea he is going to bury Obama and look the same way.

[@kabouterwesley83]

He outlived 2 of his successors

[@coldstreamcybernaut2845]

@@zandraward4366 Yeah, presidents get remembered for how the economy was during their terms even though the economy is largely independent of them and it was pretty bad then.

[@coldstreamcybernaut2845]

I need to eat more peanuts.

[@pitti-sing1203]

"Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." Amen.

[@angiewilliams10]

I’ve always thought a good laugh can make a world of difference no matter what’s going on. This is exactly what my family does when someone passes. We sit around and laugh until our stomach and faces hurt telling stories and mishaps. It’s great for the grieving process. I don’t care what side you were on, both of the George’s had an awesome personality and sense of humor.

[@debbiegoble9836]

All funerals should be this good, they should all remember the good times and forget the bad. This was a great tribute to him. I think.

[@robertwilliams060]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@joemayer3589]

“Die old, as young as you can” George H.W.Bush

[@ahoorakia]

@Cameron Mills and that is from George Carlin not BUSH

[@timtaffinder]

@Cameron Mills no it was "Die young, as late as possible"

[@moontalkermoontalker2369]

👏👏👏... 👋.🕷.

[@hanzen5174]

@@timtaffinder think it was "die as war criminal, rather then get killed by one"

[@trevorbishop5189]

@@hanzen5174 Every President from FDR onwards committed War Crimes, there's practically no distinction in that regard with any President as of Roosevelt.

[@chuckfatherofrock3480]

If your death makes people cry, you know you’re important to someone. You know you mattered. But if your death makes someone laugh in spite of your absence, you know you lived a good life

[@ang8158]

"The First To Fall Asleep" Award....Gonna have to use that one...GENIOUS!!

[@dpm-jt8rj]

I know funerals are supposed to be very serious and somber, but Bush 41 was a good man with a good bit of humor, and the humor at this ceremony was well placed, honest, and very memorable.

[@COMRADE1CSGO]

They don’t have to be

[@Bell_plejdo568p]

No he wasn't he was a war crimals

[@emillyyelen5169]

@@Bell_plejdo568p he must have stole some letters from your comment...

[@Jaquableu]

I must admit, it was the death of his Mom and dad that got me to love George W. Now I know how he feels. My son and parents are my angels. George your Mom and Dad are yours and are with you every minute. You are loved.

[@veronicasv7]

If you have time, watch the whole thing (eulogies at his funeral Mass). It's amazing, heartwarming and makes you realize they don't make them like G.W. anymore. ❤

[@rouachihakim7317]

Vous devriez vous interroger plutôt des massacres perpétrés par L'action Lâche de L'armée américaine sur L'ordre dû père et fils juste pour dû pétrole que dieu est pitié de leurs âmes Amen 😇🙏

[@jsharma940661]

What are those days gone where we would agree to disagree and still love and respect each other. Greatest of man is if he is remembered all after he is gone. Much respect and still missed.

[@BurgerSliderMan]

I really really love how Jeb and George are goofily smirking at each other and then laughing.

[@thatsalittlebassist]

Brothers 😭

[@316bonnie1]

This was the best funeral celebration I've ever seen.

[@fandlpetroleum]

"Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." Wow.

[@laaaazzzii]

you can't spell funeral without fun ;)

[@voiceofreason2691]

@@laaaazzzii🤣

[@katiewinchester3757]

My grandmother passed away completely unexpectedly a few hours ago and I am just watching random youtube videos to try to distract myself as I make sense of one of the few family members I have passing away. I spoke to her one hour before she passed. Somehow I ended up here? I was already crying, but now there's this strange bit of laughter in the sobs.

[@lindamerrill928]

I'm sorry for your loss. May her memory be a blessing.

[@katiewinchester3757]

@@lindamerrill928 That is so sweet and to see something so nice from a stranger is so touching and it means a lot. Thank you!

[@meanstavrakas1044]

This is the ONLY time that I will give the Washington Post a Thumbs Up.

[@thejew1789]

My grandad met him at a rodeo in 2014. A democrat, he said that they had a 15 minute conversation and that Bush was one of the kindest men he’d ever met and that he loved a good dark joke. RIP

[@RasMajnouni]

ב"ה.תהיה בריא תמיד ,מצווה גדולה להיות בשמחה תמיד

[@mehermusic2154]

kindest man?? he was a war criminal / mass murderder you sheep

[@RasMajnouni]

@@mehermusic2154 "The Jew"? He has a strangle username. Seems I might also make a second channel use the name John F. Kennedy and make silly racist comments or tell bad jokes.

[@RasMajnouni]

@@mehermusic2154 What do you have when you mix an Indian Chieftain,Mozzarella and a former leader of North Vietnam? Answer : Coh Cheese Minh

[@irynazinkevych6687]

Ч

[@cnordegren]

He may not have been the best politician but sure as hell he had great moral values. Worthy of respect regardless of political leaning. Rest in peace Mr. President.

[@rsar61]

cnordegren You can clearly see that Bush family knows the word of GOD for, Colossians 3:13, says Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

[@YouCanCallMeReTro]

Ryan A I'm not a man of God but I can get down with that.

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

+cnordegren he was a warcriminal like every US president of this bloodsucking empre which gains its wealth in perpetual war.

[@stevemaviver357]

CIA director should never become President but it shows like in Russia the KGB runs the country like a dictator now you know America is the same ever sense JFK was murdered this country as been control by CIA

[@YouCanCallMeReTro]

Steve Maviver Trying to compare the CIA to the KGB is like comparing apples and oranges. The CIA don't have anything to do with people living in the United States, their primary goal is in relation to foreign countries and governments. The KGB, on the other hand, were a secret police that terrorized its own people and an intelligence organization. Two completely different things. A director of the CIA would make a great president because they would have a good understanding of foreign affairs.

[@Perejil1319]

Loved this - so much class and light-heartedness at the same time.

[@jodysoberon4477]

"He never lost his sense of humor, humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." And as such, especially important in leadership.

[@robertwilliams060]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@pg939]

This is what a funeral should be all about laughter and enjoy the memories with the love one that is now gone...

[@tassymccormick]

I think everyone wants to be remembered like this.

[@allkindofstupidstuff]

Wow this really makes me think of what my funeral will be like. I would want it to be full of well spoken individuals like this. A great group of friends.

[@deannornan7454]

I'm 60 I think about living and death from time to time 1 thing that's always puzzled me if I were to die in my living room would it still be a living room

[@utkarshpande6462]

you will live in this comment forever..cheerup

[@shanemac5366]

To those that find you, yes.

[@SlimThrull]

Well, not for *you*.

[@mavoc3094]

It wouldn't be just "a living room" but it would be "de living room".

[@kaviddwiz6556]

Accept Jesus as your Lord.

[@JustAnotherNamelessGuy]

you can't spell funeral without fun ;)

[@madelinemorphy1101]

You know what would make it even "funer"?

[@tommy2pieceya734]

Try to think of one issue that's ever been resolved in the history of our history, you won't be able to think of one, because no issues has ever been resolved..Here's why, 50% of the Republicans are voting for the Lesser evil and at the same time, 50% of the Democrats are voting for the Lesser evil, that means we the American people vote for the Lesser evil, 100% of the time, it just depends on what part of your affiliated with. You can't make a difference voting red or blue, that's an illusion.... If the government's divided within itself, then so are the American people, because we follow their lead... Voting red or blue is a lose-lose situation and the only way voting works, is if Americans can get on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference that impacts every single American in a positive way... We only know one way of how this country can be ran and that's the way it's been running, there are a million better ways to run this country and a new system must be put in place.. This country will never come together, as long as they're divided within our government... The government leads by example and whether that example is good, bad or indifferent, the American people will follow... It's impossible to resolve any issue this country has, when the country's split down the middle, every single election... Think about it, if within our government, they're always blaming the opposing parties and either past or current president, then so are the American people... Here you have a government, who's supposed to have our best interests in mind at all times, yet they never take responsibility and they're always blaming the opposing parties, past and current president's, they're always adding fuel to the fire and they stir the pot every chance they get.. It's just common sense, how could we ever Unite, if this is how they act within our own government and not to mention they've implemented A system that works against the American people. There's no reason every single American couldn't be living middle class at the very least, no one should live paycheck-to-paycheck, nobody should go hungry, nobody should be sacrificing their life short or not getting Medical Care, because of their insurance or they couldn't make a first payment on their medical bill, everyone should have a roof over their head and shoes on their feet, that should be automatic.. Instead, we only know one way and that's the system which is in place..Why do you think they always give you two options for President and at the same time, encourage you to vote Republican or Democrat, because no matter who you choose, we lose and they win..You can't make a difference voting red or blue, the only way voting works, is if everybody gets on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference for us, the American people.. The American people are voting for the Lesser evil 100% of the time, it just depends on what party you're affiliated with... Everything I'm saying is indisputable and provable Beyond A Reasonable Doubt... I mean we the people appoint the government, to watch us, protect us, guide us, lead us and to always have our best interest in mind, excetera... So if this is the case, why would they devise and Implement a system that works against us?? Something incredibly crooked is going on and we know this, because the government is divided within themselves, split down the middle between Republican and Democrat.. Which makes it literally impossible to resolve any issue, or make a difference by voting red or blue, because if they're split down the middle, then so are we, the American people.. Furthermore, anything we create, we can change, take away, or improve, here you have this governmental system in place, which not only divides us, but kills us left and right... To think people have to sacrifice their life short and not receive medical attention because their insurance is bad, or they can't make their first payment, is inconceivable... To think we the people appoint the government to have our best interests in mind, guide us, lead us and protect us, etc and this is what they do, I can't even put it into words it makes me so mad....We got to take it back, find the most creative minds to implement a system which benefits every single American, to the fullest worst part is, money has no value besides what your told it's worth, even when it was backed by gold, it's still something that was created and now it dictates everything...For instance, they say you can't print money, because it will flood the market and disrupt the economy, well what market, the market we create and the economy it produces, will be disrupted by an illusion called money, that we just happened to put an imaginary value on??? It's laughable and makes you sick all at the same time, I mean to think we're living under this imaginary bulshit system, that could be changed, improved, or taken away at any time, well........ I'm at a loss of words, because crooked, immoral, unjust and nonsensical, are all understatements, just say'n...

[@terabit.]

3:37 "We know what the abrasive elements of life are"! YOU ALL THE POLITICIANS! People are the smilie elements of life AND are the abrasive ones!

[@timothyleon558]

I love Bush 2’s laugh. It’s infectious.

[@jmr152]

"Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." I couldn't agree more. Life is much easier to get through if we could only remember to laugh at it a little more.

[@scottlowman.1044]

Someone once said " If you can't laugh at yourself who can you laugh at?"

[@miamisands3412]

cant we all just laugh together again?

[@nareshravindra9955]

Funny how the person who sat across him is the epitome of an abrasive man. Made it even more of a boss line. 😄

[@oursavior9339]

I never thought I’d see people laughing with happiness at a funeral bro

[@mogadon7]

They are laughing even more than they did when John Kennedy died.

[@captainflowers748]

Have ya never been to a funeral before? It's basically tradition to laugh at the many things the deceased did during an eulogy.

[@ZieVest90]

You should definitely watch John Cleese's eulogy at Graham Chapman's funeral.

[@catalinacurio]

Beautifuly done thank you, laughing through the tears.

[@robertnewton5343]

George Bush has one of the coolest voices of all time

[@salimads7240]

And a stupid mind

[@robertnewton5343]

@@salimads7240 mhmm

[@destroyerdog]

Even during the sad times you can still give out some jokes and humor about love ones to make people who are down after the loss feel better after watch this monent in George H.W. Bush funeral I felt so emotional like if i lost someone and laughing at soom jokes an humor from family members and freinds.

[@Bugg7354]

How wonderful to remember your father and friend with humor and grace! ❤️

[@apmde]

It's nice that media sources of all opinions and political party affiliations can come together and mourn this man. I may not have liked his presidency, but he seemed like a wonderful man.

[@gostavoadolfos2023]

He was a great president but his son was just awful.

[@dampaul13]

@Pvt. Pepe Off your meds again, champ? Need a hug?

[@jamesgonzalez4022]

@@gostavoadolfos2023 Not he wasn't a great President. He's as bad as his son. Like father like son.

[@jamesgonzalez4022]

@bongo155 You miss the point. You're being manipulated by them all. Who by the way are largely Liberal. Why are they eulogising over Bush so much, including the Clinton's and Obama's?

[@jennylee9278]

Same here Aidan, i was really moved by George W. 's eulogy of his dad.

[@FlightSim2703]

God bless this man, and all others, who left us. Here we learn only good memories will remains for others, the rest of us needs to learn 🙏🥰

[@lindacope7344]

In my church we use the term "Celebration of Life" instead of funeral. This truly was a celebration of the life of a truly good person.

[@kimberlycornelius7911]

WP y'all did good with this thank you!

[@deenad3562]

Even H.W. wouldve chuckled 😄

[@owengordon175]

Lmao yes they did

[@frankbayer3787]

All these men made me proud to be an American that day

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

+Frank Bayer he was a warcriminal like every US president of this bloodsucking empre which gains its wealth in perpetual war.

[@sogron007]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 dude please hush go back to the desert dude!

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

@@sogron007 shut your mouth, imperialist parasite, we will purge you so hard, say good bye.

[@marklo6283]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 people like u have no heart.

[@sogron007]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 oh, it's a sand devil. hey Alibaba you mad?

[@warriordragonify]

"...Wish I hadn't said that..." (Regarding No New Taxes) Good Man.

[@JuanRuiz-je6cb]

I always believed that laughter helps that person get to heaven 🙏

[@jimstand]

If you make it to heaven, you won't be able to find H.W.

[@stephen13697]

Love it! Absolutely a Beautiful and Gracious, Respectful tribute to an amazing man! 💖

[@wholeNwon]

Wonderful. Thank you. I met him on two occasions at parties and both were very pleasant experiences.

[@berly9397]

whole, I volunteered in a jail once. It was a pleasant experience. Criminals are so nice.

[@willgilbert1969]

I believe this was the last time all former Presidents were together.

[@janina8559]

Trump was there but with good reason they ignored him. They all got an envelope except tRump so whats that tell you! Even in death he wanted to show the others what could happen and to do all they can to stop him!

[@vazz22]

SKULL N BONESMAN NAZI'S

[@Fuzzybeanerizer]

All the dead ones were there too, who could make it.

[@shadyganley8877]

R.I.P. SIR AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

[@bishopaz]

You know, I am true blue all the way. But both senior and junior did have class and humility . They could and did laugh at themselves. They were and are decent people.

[@laaaazzzii]

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[@thebitchisback7026]

I'm really kinda missing Ol'George W. 🥺 Remember when we had class? I miss that. ☹

[@michelledillon7047]

Respect. 2018

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

+Michelle Dillon he was a warcriminal like every US president of this bloodsucking empre which gains its wealth in perpetual war.

[@mearndt1]

@@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493 stop trolling

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

@@mearndt1 stop being an imperialist parasite

[@sunrisemorninglory9109]

Matthew Arndt I agree. I like these opportunities to read some evil troll comments so I can block them.

[@tommy2pieceya734]

Try to think of one issue that's ever been resolved in the history of our history, you won't be able to think of one, because no issues has ever been resolved..Here's why, 50% of the Republicans are voting for the Lesser evil and at the same time, 50% of the Democrats are voting for the Lesser evil, that means we the American people vote for the Lesser evil, 100% of the time, it just depends on what part of your affiliated with. You can't make a difference voting red or blue, that's an illusion.... If the government's divided within itself, then so are the American people, because we follow their lead... Voting red or blue is a lose-lose situation and the only way voting works, is if Americans can get on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference that impacts every single American in a positive way... We only know one way of how this country can be ran and that's the way it's been running, there are a million better ways to run this country and a new system must be put in place.. This country will never come together, as long as they're divided within our government... The government leads by example and whether that example is good, bad or indifferent, the American people will follow... It's impossible to resolve any issue this country has, when the country's split down the middle, every single election... Think about it, if within our government, they're always blaming the opposing parties and either past or current president, then so are the American people... Here you have a government, who's supposed to have our best interests in mind at all times, yet they never take responsibility and they're always blaming the opposing parties, past and current president's, they're always adding fuel to the fire and they stir the pot every chance they get.. It's just common sense, how could we ever Unite, if this is how they act within our own government and not to mention they've implemented A system that works against the American people. There's no reason every single American couldn't be living middle class at the very least, no one should live paycheck-to-paycheck, nobody should go hungry, nobody should be sacrificing their life short or not getting Medical Care, because of their insurance or they couldn't make a first payment on their medical bill, everyone should have a roof over their head and shoes on their feet, that should be automatic.. Instead, we only know one way and that's the system which is in place..Why do you think they always give you two options for President and at the same time, encourage you to vote Republican or Democrat, because no matter who you choose, we lose and they win..You can't make a difference voting red or blue, the only way voting works, is if everybody gets on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference for us, the American people.. The American people are voting for the Lesser evil 100% of the time, it just depends on what party you're affiliated with... Everything I'm saying is indisputable and provable Beyond A Reasonable Doubt... I mean we the people appoint the government, to watch us, protect us, guide us, lead us and to always have our best interest in mind, excetera... So if this is the case, why would they devise and Implement a system that works against us?? Something incredibly crooked is going on and we know this, because the government is divided within themselves, split down the middle between Republican and Democrat.. Which makes it literally impossible to resolve any issue, or make a difference by voting red or blue, because if they're split down the middle, then so are we, the American people.. Furthermore, anything we create, we can change, take away, or improve, here you have this governmental system in place, which not only divides us, but kills us left and right... To think people have to sacrifice their life short and not receive medical attention because their insurance is bad, or they can't make their first payment, is inconceivable... To think we the people appoint the government to have our best interests in mind, guide us, lead us and protect us, etc and this is what they do, I can't even put it into words it makes me so mad....We got to take it back, find the most creative minds to implement a system which benefits every single American, to the fullest. WORST PART is, money has no value besides what your told it's worth, even when it was backed by gold, it's still something that was created and now it dictates everything...For instance, they say you can't print money, because it will flood the market and disrupt the economy, well what market, the market we create and the economy it produces, will be disrupted by an illusion called money, that we just happened to put an imaginary value on??? It's laughable and makes you sick all at the same time, I mean to think we're living under this imaginary bulshit system, that could be changed, improved, or taken away at any time, well........ I'm at a loss of words, because crooked, immoral, unjust and nonsensical, are all understatements, just say'n...

[@patriciaspeicher6883]

Simpson was the BEST! Great friends with love and respect for each other.

[@richardwilliam9944]

Hello

[@goldenbear8250]

Simpson was a part of the same cabal.

[@anmcc171]

This was sweet. Thanks, Washington Post.

[@user-zx9eg2fg5c]

Everyone was laughing, except for those very serious Secret Service agents.. Loved this - so much class and light-heartedness at the same time..

[@ratumelimatanatoto2488]

“Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life...”

[@kaysonrhodes5482]

This service was truly good and remembering the good times they had together

[@LeshondraHeron]

It’s the way his eyes light up when he makes a funny 😆

[@richardblackwell4082]

He was my Commander in Chief, and I thank GOD for that!! More importantly he was a good man, and I thank GOD for that too.

[@ShaneC27]

The most valuable thing you will ever carry with you in life is a sense of humor

[@libbygrable5873]

This is how I want my Funeral to be.

[@potterrenovations5124]

Thanks for putting this together.

[@garymclaughin]

Grieving is hard many thoughts but always comes back what is my makeup and how to proceed. Thanks for sharing.

[@davidlee8004]

I am a Democrat and used to dislike Bush. Time after time, I started to respect this guy. Look what we have is a total disaster.

[@crowz6247]

Most presidents haven't done great jobs, but have been decent people. Both Bush's could be described that way. Obama and Carter could both be described that way, too. We currently have the rare example of a terrible president being a terrible person.

[@dakotamanomgwtf]

@@crowz6247 Well put

[@crowz6247]

@Brett Miller Part of being president is being a leader, and being a leader means not constantly running an, "us vs them," campaign against literally anyone who didn't vote for them.

[@nishantsingal2469]

@Brett Miller Yeah it was just good before covid and not lot of people had a problem. People might have gave him a second chance but his supporters have to realize that handling pandemics is part of the damn job. People destroyed Obama for 12k deaths by swine flu which was worse but he didn't let the country become what it is now.

[@crowz6247]

@Brett Miller Being a leader is part of running the country. And he never stopped campaigning. He was constantly bitching on Twitter, TV, and at rallies. What was going pretty good? He's been fighting to strip the ACA without a replacement, his trade war with China failed, the USMCA is barely a change from NAFTA, the deficit was increased even before the pandemic, his foreign policy is all over the place, people keep getting fired or arrested from his administration.. His biggest brag is the stock market, and that's not an accurate way to measure the health of the economy.

[@prudies.3375]

You know I’d take either Bush over Trump right now. Hell, I’d even take Jeb.

[@ConArdist]

I think we all would. Jeb would’ve at least kept our nation safe.

[@prudies.3375]

Cameron Mills I think you’re missing the point of my message but ok lol

[@williamkrause5831]

If u wanted it so bad you should’ve voted for him and republicans like him while you had the chance.

[@davidm6293]

Yeah I love being in war all the time. I wish another bush was in office.

[@williamkrause5831]

@@davidm6293 Nice my dude

[@nicholasstanley8787]

And through his passing, he was popular enough to bring all of these people together in one setting.

[@shirleyrichardson5485]

Thanks for sharing, it was awesome.🙏💔🙏💔🙏

[@OceanSwimmer]

"Humor is the universal solvent against the abrasive elements of life." ----- I like that!

[@papolamuerte]

Me too

[@frdingsdb16]

Wonderfully done. Thanks for this touching and heartwarming video clip.

[@lonniethehorrorwritertobin1128]

Wow. Thank you.

[@liright8896]

Beautiful and funny! Thanks for this video 11/12/2020

[@presidenttrump7470]

He was our President , he was my President ….Respect for the office and the man . Rest in Peace Mr. President

[@rosrychaplet]

Thank you Mr. President.

[@nmelkhunter1]

This is very well done and I was especially happy to see Senator Simpson. My dad and I met him when I was a sophomore in Highschool. I told the Senator how much I looked up to him for the steady way he went about things. Now understand I was 5’9” at the time and Simpson is 6’7”. He replied he appreciated it and most people had no choice but to look up to him. At first I didn’t get it and then I laughed at the quick humor! God rest Presidents Bush and thank you to Alan Simpson for making a 15 year boy laugh and appreciate quick wit.

[@paulolima6407]

This is such a beautiful way to remember someone you love. When tears caused by memories of pure joy and the tears that come from missing the loved one combine. I'm the furthest thing from a Republican, but it's nice to see a rare moment of true humanity among Republicans. We can suspend (but not forget, of course) their horrible stories for a while.

[@theman44ful]

This is America. This is what we should be. Honest with ourselves, humorous with sincerity, strength with flexibility. I miss this.

[@hanzen5174]

then you should start with placing w.bush in front of a judge and jury for war crimes

[@SR-oc7fc]

This video made me laugh and cry and be thankful for those former statesmen who knew how to be statesmen. This was a funeral done right.

[@arsimdrmaku4626]

Respect për Familjen BUSH edhe Ngushllime, ka edhe te shqipetaret mbiemër BUSH 🇽🇰🇺🇸🇦🇱

[@actsismmljcorrectlyobeyed6190]

Woah I almost accidentally watched a Washington Post video.

[@susettesantiago5509]

He loved his family and his country...the rest is left for God to judge...rip

[@GahMehGrrrr]

If only there were benevolent gods. We wouldn't have Putin's, Trumps, MBS, Kim Jongs. Oh, well. I guess it's still up to us.

[@HusseinDoha]

@@GahMehGrrrr Kind of stupid to lump Trump in that list of dictators. Also who knows the reason of our creation and what comes after this life or why evil exist. Your comment is misplaced.

[@harverc229]

My Soft dark deep voice: The world has changed a lot. Feels like the world and this new future is becoming crazy especially America. From idiots screaming across the streets to a clown becoming more of a joke than a president.

[@GahMehGrrrr]

@@HusseinDoha as is the comment above then by that metric. Who knows...invisible friends, meh

[@sidykane7650]

THANK YOU GEORGE H.W BUSH.

[@jacobzaranyika9334]

Thank you 🙏 Washington Post I know you have been there silently but scribbling notes ALL the way.

[@peterlarsen7779]

I think this is how we ALL would like to be remembered.... At least, it's how I myself would like to be remembered..

[@KarthikSathuragiri]

I wish my dad got such a memorial service, I miss him like hell and he was a true statesman like the great HW!

[@PappysDungeon45]

My Dad got Cremated. His memorial service was memorable. He died last year to cancer. He was a good dad, he loved to hunt. I would do anything to bring him back, but the world doesn’t work that way. Sorry for your loss, it’s hard to lose your dad. I was going through severe depression after he died.

[@pablojimenez5433]

...great video...!!

[@globaldigitaldirectsubsidi4493]

+Pablo Jimenez he was a warcriminal like every US president of this bloodsucking empre which gains its wealth in perpetual war.

[@nanciedavis-herrerapreza6333]

NO WORDS SIMPLY GREATFUL.

[@kaycampbell8532]

This is a true celebration of life.

[@bookofthomas]

Was this before the brown envelopes.😂😂

[@chekovcall2286]

May we counter?

[@tommy2pieceya734]

Try to think of one issue that's ever been resolved in the history of our history, you won't be able to think of one, because no issues has ever been resolved..Here's why, 50% of the Republicans are voting for the Lesser evil and at the same time, 50% of the Democrats are voting for the Lesser evil, that means we the American people vote for the Lesser evil, 100% of the time, it just depends on what party your affiliated with. You can't make a difference voting red or blue, that's an illusion.... If the government's divided within itself, then so are the American people, because we follow their lead... Voting red or blue is a lose-lose situation and the only way voting works, is if Americans can get on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference that impacts every single American in a positive way... We only know one way of how this country can be ran and that's the way it's been running, there are a million better ways to run this country and a new system must be put in place.. This country will never come together, as long as they're divided within our government... The government leads by example and whether that example is good, bad or indifferent, the American people will follow... It's impossible to resolve any issue this country has, when the country's split down the middle, every single election... Think about it, if within our government, they're always blaming the opposing parties and either past or current president, then so are the American people... Here you have a government, who's supposed to have our best interests in mind at all times, yet they never take responsibility and they're always blaming the opposing parties, past and current president's, they're always adding fuel to the fire and they stir the pot every chance they get.. It's just common sense, how could we ever Unite, if this is how they act within our own government and not to mention they've implemented A system that works against the American people. There's no reason every single American couldn't be living middle class at the very least, no one should live paycheck-to-paycheck, nobody should go hungry, nobody should be sacrificing their life short or not getting Medical Care, because of their insurance or they couldn't make a first payment on their medical bill, everyone should have a roof over their head and shoes on their feet, that should be automatic.. Instead, we only know one way and that's the system which is in place..Why do you think they always give you two options for President and at the same time, encourage you to vote Republican or Democrat, because no matter who you choose, we lose and they win..You can't make a difference voting red or blue, the only way voting works, is if everybody gets on the same page and we write in our own candidate, who will go in and actually make a difference for us, the American people.. The American people are voting for the Lesser evil 100% of the time, it just depends on what party you're affiliated with... Everything I'm saying is indisputable and provable Beyond A Reasonable Doubt... I mean we the people appoint the government, to watch us, protect us, guide us, lead us and to always have our best interest in mind, excetera... So if this is the case, why would they devise and Implement a system that works against us?? Something incredibly crooked is going on and we know this, because the government is divided within themselves, split down the middle between Republican and Democrat.. Which makes it literally impossible to resolve any issue, or make a difference by voting red or blue, because if they're split down the middle, then so are we, the American people.. Furthermore, anything we create, we can change, take away, or improve, here you have this governmental system in place, which not only divides us, but kills us left and right... To think people have to sacrifice their life short and not receive medical attention because their insurance is bad, or they can't make their first payment, is inconceivable... To think we the people appoint the government to have our best interests in mind, guide us, lead us and protect us, etc and this is what they do, I can't even put it into words it makes me so mad....We got to take it back, find the most creative minds to implement a system which benefits every single American, to the fullest. WORST PART is, money has no value besides what your told it's worth, even when it was backed by gold, it's still something that was created and now it dictates everything...For instance, they say you can't print money, because it will flood the market and disrupt the economy, well what market, the market we create and the economy it produces, will be disrupted by an illusion called money, that we just happened to put an imaginary value on??? It's laughable and makes you sick all at the same time, I mean to think we're living under this imaginary bulshit system, that could be changed, improved, or taken away at any time, well........ I'm at a loss of words, because crooked, immoral, unjust and nonsensical, are all understatements, just say'n...

[@coressh5967]

😭😭 He cared about us and our country

[@dickhurtz4528]

Uh, nevermind... It ain't worth it..you keep believing that..

[@coressh5967]

@@dickhurtz4528 As of today, I dont know what to believe