Former first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at 96

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter died at age 96. Carter championed mental health care and provided constant political counsel to her husband, former President Jimmy Carter.
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[@anandazen30]

Their mission after the presidency was more remarkable and important than the presidency itself. Rest in peace Mrs Carter 🇺🇸

[@Christie_Love]

That's so very true. The Carters have been amazing humanitarians for decades. What an honorable legacy!

[@audio2664]

☦️☦️☦️☦️ prayers

[@TheGreatGig73]

I don’t care about anyone’s party affiliations. If you are a good person to all human beings on this planet, you have my vote. Rest in peace, Mrs. Carter we need more people like you and your husband.

[@valsainking]

Hear hear! 💔💔💯💯

[@MamaB-SOI]

Well said and I agree!

[@aislinnkeilah7361]

So true. Amen.

[@MichaelBrodie68]

Well said. A remarkable woman.

[@rafcandel2327]

Especialy in those days right

[@davidcarr7436]

I'm not an American, I'm a Canadian, but President Carter and his wife Rosalyn were not strangers to this country, or to my city, Winnipeg in particular. They traveled here several times over the last couple of decades to help in building homes with Habitat For Humanity. They were both outgoing, friendly and obliging. In fact, they were the embodiment of Southern charm. My deepest condolences to President Carter, his family and to America. RIP Rosalyn 🙏

[@Christie_Love]

💙💙💙

[@donnavorce8856]

I often think of the people who actually live in the homes the President and First Lady had a direct hand in constructing. What an amazing honor it would be to live in a Carter built H4H house.

[@bluespaceman7937]

Wonderful experience.

[@The6thelement9413]

As an American who loved the Carters, thank you. 💕

[@sheilaboston7051]

This Australian honours them too, for their devotion and dedication to helping make the world a better place.

[@PellyjellyMom]

We have lost a National Treasure. A generation were a gentle nature and firm hand raised a family, helped in their communities, schools, and churches. Thank you for your contributions and service to our country, Mrs. Carter.

[@Crazycatlady71]

Very well stated! ❤

[@billyscenic5610]

What treasure? A wife of a politician who helped dismantle unions and bring in neo liberalism?

[@413smr]

R.I.P 😢 The Carters will always be remembered for their decency and humanitarian works.

[@nancygodsey8312]

That is their true legacy. A peanut farmer who became president reminds me of a railsplitter who also became president. Character and integrity was their beacon. RIP Rosalyn. Your work on earth is done. Thank you for being the epitome of graciousness.

[@stevemellgard6393]

Pure grace and dignity. Rest in peace Rosalynn.

[@willieduffie4967]

Yes indeed🙏

[@pacnwguy9056]

This lady was a genuinely kind, sweet, and decent human being. RIP

[@s.d.3492]

I’m very sad. She along with her husband were true humanitarians. Humility, compassion and kindness are the words that come to mind.

[@sandramorey2529]

She was a great first lady and she did a huge amount for the people of the country even after the carters were out of office. RIP

[@willieduffie4967]

Yeah......she was a beautiful soul.

[@davetomlin5246]

What a nice human being. Easy tempered, classy and polite. And objective was to focus on those with less means. Boy, we could use so.many.more like her today.May her soul be eternally blessed!

[@valsainking]

Yes, we certainly could use some of her class and humanity nowadays. Sheer greed seems to be consuming the US, but the Carters will always remain shining examples of what charitable greatness we are still capable of if we only learned to listen to our better selves with greater consistency. Mrs. Carter leaves a tremendous void in our nation's collective sense of moral purpose.

[@dennismclaurin1487]

Thanks for sharing this comment

[@edl6398]

This is very sad. She walked the walk and talked the talk of her faith. I hope she will always be an example to others about what it means to be a decent, kind and giving human being.

[@laurice8056]

Rosalynn Carter was the wind beneath James Carter’s wings and like a breath of fresh air for our nation. She was strong and dedicated to her faith, family and nation throughout most of her life. We are grateful for her support and devotion to her husband and years of service to our country. This former First Lady was truly a steel magnolia. May she RIP. My heartfelt condolences to former President Carter and his family.

[@donkey3187]

So she was the one responsible for his horrible presidency...got it. lol

[@MoreCowbellv1ro]

She had a long and fruitful life. She gave of herself tirelessly. Deepest condolences to her family at this painful time.

[@usmcalgm_ret_usmc_sdsd]

The former first lady and beloved icon of grace, decency, and compassion has passed away. Rest in peace.

[@joycepayne6280]

Well said.

[@valsainking]

I know this was inevitable, but it is still so heartbreaking to hear of the passing of a truly decent and kind First Lady and human being. May she rest in Peace always. I feel like we have all lost a beloved relative and role model. My deepest condolences to President Carter and their family. Miss Rosalynn's legacy will be eternal.

[@sekereterra]

I never cried for a first lady before today. Rest in perfect peace, sweet Rosalyn.

[@bonnieplasha4684]

Thank you for putting into words what I could not. 😢🕊

[@hilariowilson5570]

These two personified decency, no scandal or scams, no name calling, no vulgarity, no stripper pole. Just two modest, decent human beings, trying to do what they could to leave things a little better than when they arrived. How different from some of what we have to deal with today. Rest in peace Mrs. Carter!

[@janetprice85]

Truly worthy of God's Grace and reward as faithful servants to the end.

[@eileenryan2248]

Amen to that.

[@johnswof]

Unlike some former occupants of the White House Jimmy and Rosalynn were seemingly not effected by the experience as they remained the same kind Christians they were raised to be.

[@donnaisaacson5816]

Both she and President Carter walked the walk. This is what grace, dignity, and respect for the Oath of Office looks like. May comfort to the family begin with the honor of her legacy as First Lady.

[@markgbit]

I had the honour of meeting Mrs. Carter with President Carter on a Flight to Amsterdam quite a few years ago. She was a lovely and gracious lady. My sincere condolences to President Carter and their family. RIP.

[@sonicspeed9164]

SO SAD! She was one of the most, if not the most, remarkable First Ladies in American history!! God please be with President Carter and the entire Carter family.

[@2012mssunshine]

AMEN!!!!

[@marcus1282]

She was a good human being. The Carter's really cared about their fellow man. I respect them and their giving to others. That is what I remember most....not money, not fame, but a woman who cared. When we remember folk for how much they did for others, they lived a good life. I hope I can be remembered for being someone who cared about others

[@michellewarmath7811]

Mrs. Carter was an example for us all. May she walk in eternal beauty. My deepest condolences to President Carter, the family and everyone at the Carter Center, and their friends.

[@valsainking]

Mrs. Carter's work on behalf of mental health care givers advocacy cannot overstated! This is such a sad loss!

[@barbarabeasley364]

One of my favorite president's my condolences president Carter and family I went to the same elementary school as Amy but that was in the early 50s she'll be missed rest with the Lord fist lady

[@billyscenic5610]

No she wasn't.

[@zanerichards4305]

​@@billyscenic5610triggered trumpbot. Shhh.

[@jm7804]

She was one of the best examples of a human being that you will ever find.

[@kathyaustin9162]

My deepest sympathies to the Carter family. President Carter and First Lady Rosalynn are much beloved American icons, and she will be sorely missed. My heart to Mrs. Carter's family as they go through this difficult time.

[@sharondavid-melly1498]

President Carter and our country are deeply grateful for this wonderful human being.💕🇺🇸

[@tracyannpardue1530]

May you all have the comfort of the Holy Spirit.

[@avisrobinson452]

Prayers to the Carter family

[@eandsm4620]

RIP Rosalynn. You were a class act as our first lady. Thank you for all that you did for our country!

[@mjremy2605]

Rosalynn Carter and Jimmy Carter were in office when I arrived in America as an immigrant. They represented all that was ethical, fair, generous, democratic, and gracious in the White House. I loved President Carter, and loved First Lady Rosalynn Carter very much. What a great lady. A class act. She was hard working, humble, driven, supportive, took up causes, did a lot of good in the world, and made me proud to be an American. After they left office, it was never the same. I am deeply saddened by her passing. She was a truly great human being. Sending my deepest condolences to President Carter and his family. She will be missed. I mourn with you today. 🌹🕯🙏

[@ladydiane1811]

Beautiful. I grieve with you. 🌟

[@keithgrillo8096]

A great example to all Americans. God bless Amy Carter and my deepest condolences to President Carter.

[@kenefdz]

President Carter didn't just have a wife...he had a best friend and a loyal, faithful partner in all things. Both she and President Carter will be remembered more for their enormous humanitarian contributions than their brief time in the White House. Rest in Peaceful Bliss, Ma'am.

[@BigMamaDaveX]

🙏 My deepest condolences to President Carter and his whole family.

[@rmr2471]

She had class and a beautiful southern accent. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

[@bonniebreckenridge5236]

I have tears in my eyes, not just because of the passing of a person who gave so much kindness and love to the world, but because every comment is a testament in acknowledgement of it. She was loved by all, and deserved that love. My condolences to the family. I am glad I was alive to see their work and their devotion to one another and to their country. ❤ And to vote for Mr. Carter twice.❤

[@MA_808]

her influence on his economic policies were disastorous and led the country almost to toal ruin

[@younken24films]

A reminder of how far we have fallen as a country when we used to elect people who were decent human beings of strong moral character. RIP Rosalynn!

[@mac888spectral7]

Sadly that might be the biggest reason he was a one-termer. Condolences Mr. President

[@betsyheimbuch]

The Carters, before them Eisenhower & FDR. We have lost our way for sure. Greed took over.

[@yadaydada123]

So true soo very true. RIP Rosalyn

[@betsyheimbuch]

@@SunDevil31 Were you there?

[@humanforotherhumans]

​@@mac888spectral7Not true. There were other decent human beings who served two-terms. People you won't compare to Donald Trump.

[@wtfisthishandlebullshit]

She was the epitome of grace and humanity. Rest peacefully.

[@lfrost6718]

Brilliant woman! Trail blazer for her time throughout her life. The two of them are a true American success story and inspiration for all people everywhere. Rest in Peace and much love and condolences to President Carter and all who love her.

[@Donna-cc1kt]

May perpetual light shine upon her. Well done Rosalyn Carter. You helped rather than harmed. You loved rather than hated. You held fast rather than ran away. You stood firm rather than ran away. RIP

[@dbs555]

A great lady, in every sense of the word. She will be missed.

[@roger8792]

@DropTheT why don’t you grow up

[@jonathangehman4005]

​@DropTheTThank you so much for this helpful comment! You're such an inspiration to all Americans! Never stop!

[@logicandemma8474]

​@DropTheT Why do folks like you always have something to say. Like shut up 🤬

[@Quaker-tc8ue]

Is that what fox, oan, newsmax ‘one truth social’ told you? ‘….the truth intrudes upon your worship….’ Does mean much coming from a cult45er. @DropTheT

[@ICONICPARIS]

​@DropTheTknock it off

[@stevenperry9762]

What a shining example of humanity she was. Thank you, dear Lady.

[@tomsmith2013]

R.I.P. Madam First Lady, you were a first class act.

[@dmercury292]

What a wonderful women. America will celebrate her life of many many successes. 💙

[@Sam4e82]

My sincere condolences to President Carter and his family on the loss of his wife Rosalyn. May she rest in peace.

[@mkfloyd5]

Ithe downfall started with Ronald Reagan

[@stephj9378]

Rip, Mrs. Carter.

[@bernardgagnon1626]

​@@mkfloyd5do you actually think this is the place to make such a moronnic post. You should step out of your mother's basement once in while and get some fresh air, it would do you a world of good. But visibly empathy isn't what's going to choke you. You be safe and contrary to what you wish on others, have a long life.

[@aislinnkeilah7361]

@@mkfloyd5not really. The downfall started with LBJ. Roselyn Carter was an exceptionally fine and gracious First Lady. Though many regard Jimmy Carter’s presidency as weak there was never a question as to this couples exceptional integrity and decency.

[@stevemellgard6393]

@@aislinnkeilah7361 LBJ? Maybe you should read up on the civil rights movement. Maybe while you're at it the Iran contra affair. The name Ollie North ring any bells? It's not like Jimmy Carter made social security a taxable income while giving the ultra rich massive tax breaks or anything like that. Carter came into office after Nixon/ Ford. The nation was going through rough times when he took office. Reagan was truly responsible for the downfall of the American working class. Trickle down anyone?

[@ryanruttan7480]

Hats off to a class act and amazing First Lady. Rest in peace, good lady.

[@sandyg202]

Rosalynn lived her life by example. She was who we all should aspire to be! Thank God for Rosalynn and Jimmy!!

[@davidharmon2795]

You were a beautiful example of a true first lady. RIP

[@faithmorgan3255]

I'll be praying for President Carter and their entire family and friends across the globe. I voted for him and was happy to do so.

[@mom2huskies]

RIP Mrs Carter. You were an amazing example of what a first lady should be.

[@karenharris722]

Absolutely!!

[@oldsalt8011]

Looking at Jimmy I'd say that he is not that far behind.

[@aprilwilliams1788]

I'm so sorry to hear this. What a beautiful wife and person and mother. I'm sorry for President Carter's loss. Hold on to the memories.

[@enjaeostberg3071]

May her memory be a blessing and a source of strength for all who knew and loved her.

[@slkhjf]

Sending all my love to Jimmy. They are both beautiful examples of how to BE in this world. ❤

[@TheSaltydog07]

She tried to bring awareness to mental illness when she was First Lady. She is what a First Lady should be. 🌹🌹

[@healthfullivingify]

Great First Lady for a GREAT President.Thank you both for your service and inspiration for America!

[@aclark903]

RIP, but let’s not get carried away- if Carter had truly been great he’d have won a 2nd term..

[@mariaavery1212]

My heart goes out to the Carter family in the death of Mrs Carter. Both Pres and Mrs Carter have done so much for those less fortunate.🙏⚘🙏

[@tu-tu3655]

Rest now Mrs. Carter and thank you for a job well done with your husband, the Former President of the United States Jimmy Carter. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@zisnzat-uw7gg]

Rosalynn Carter was the epitome of dignity, charm, beauty and intelligence. Rest in Peace.❤

[@nonyanks2510]

We should all be fortunate enough to know someone as genuine as Rosalynn at least once in our lives.

[@downunderrob]

Condolences and Respect, to President Carter and the Family. ❤❤❤😢🇦🇺

[@kellyreed2762]

What truly “great” people look like. RIP Rosalyn Carter. Bless and keep Jimmy Carter and your family.

[@titahughes6367]

My deepest Sympathy and Prayers to the whole President Carter family. RIP 🙏 Mrs. Carter

[@ammaopoku5397]

Wow… I have learned so much about her. What a great woman she was. What a great love story her and her husband have had. RIP 🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@user-ox6mi9ib6i]

Dear Mr President Carter I am sorry for your loss😢

[@richardthomas1743]

I am very sorry to hear this , rest in peace Rosalynn Carter.

[@waltwenzel9549]

These are the types of people we need in government. And society in general.

[@tonistokes1790]

Prayers and blessings to President Carter and the Carter family.

[@LilyRose8959]

She was such a strong, beautiful woman. RIP.

[@dinabern3121]

One of the best couples who ever lived in the WH. Decent, respectable and caring. God bless them. My condolences to her family, in particular wonderful President Carter.

[@maureenotremba6233]

She will always be an inspiration to me. Thank you, Rosalynn, for everything!

[@debracisneroshhp2827]

So sad to hear this news. 😢 My prayers go out to my favorite President and his family at this time. 🙏😇 Love, Light, and Healing Blessings. 🙏😇✨💫🌱🌿🌻🐝🌳🌎💖🙌😺

[@garylacy2639]

I was fortunate to get to know Mrs.Carter as we shared the green room several times . We seemed to often be doing different segments of mostly morning television shows. I was struck by how shy and nervous she would be, and how kind and humble she always was. She was a great First Lady, and she was as smart as they come. My heart is broken today and My thoughts and prayers for President Carter. I will never forget our talks. RIP dear First Lady. 3:57

[@joan-mariacbrooks]

Condolences on the loss of your friend, Mrs. Carter... you were very fortunate to know her indeed.

[@SISSYKAY]

A wonderful lady and First Lady. R.I.P. Condolences to former President Carter and family.

[@mrsdraper171]

Condolences to the Carter family. Rest easy former first lady. Thank you for everything you did.

[@pamelawing5747]

A lovely lady. She was good for the world. My condolences to President Carter and the family and am so glad that their deep and abiding faith will carry them through this time.

[@Crystallily73]

Rest well, First Lady, and thank you for being one of the best First Ladies ever. ❤❤❤

[@gigibee1048]

Truly beautiful 1st Lady ❤

[@MrAhuapai]

Here was a couple who made the most of their time after their term in the White House. Fantastic contribution to the US and the wider international community.

[@kirkmartin4005]

I have always had the upmost respect for Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter may she rest in peace a truly great American and humanitarian.

[@newmanturbo5975]

RIP Mrs. Rosalynn Carter 💙 You'll always be remembered. 🙁

[@tami4951]

Such a quiet, strong and dignified 1st lady. May her works to benefit the poor and folks with mental health issues continue. 🙏 ❤

[@mshockey73]

And a beautiful First Lady she was!....Rest in Peace Rosalynn.

[@johnswof]

It's stunning that some people who were not even alive when Ms. Carter was such a beautiful First Lady show up here to make lite of her demise. Character means something to most Americans.

[@karenharris722]

@@johnswof I'm not sure what you're talking about. I don't see any negativity.

[@eileenryan2248]

Rest In Peace Mrs. Carter. My condolences to President Carter and family.

[@skating43]

😢My deepest sympathy to the families. Was definitely one of the kindest First Lady.

[@dannmarceau]

I was sixteen in '76 when her husband was elected, and I voted for him in '80; R.I.P. Rosalynn.💙

[@davediamond9436]

1 as stationed in Georgia when he was governor ..and was out by the time he ran for prez, he was the first one i voted for .

[@Tessmage_Tessera]

You and I are exactly the same age. The 1980 election was the first time in my life that I ever voted for a president... and like you, I voted for Jimmy Carter.

[@sheiladavidson7475]

A Blessed Couple!❤

[@donkey3187]

Why on earth would you vote for his re-election? His policies decimated our economy and projected weakness around the world...case in point the never-ending Iranian hostage drama.

[@pilot8220]

​@@JC-kv1vnNo it didn't, the Republicans shifted over Civil Rights, now that's ridiculous

[@Stinglikeabee2]

So sad to see a kind person leave us, She’ll always live in all our hearts.

[@donnybrasco6321]

Wonderful, wonderful lady. R.I.P.

[@renep2220]

ROSALYNN CARTER was the epitome of what a decent person should be. We were lucky to have had her as 1st lady. RIP ROSALYNN. My condolences to the family and friends whom are grieving her passing. 😇🙏

[@bludaizee24]

Mrs Carter was a wonderful lady. My sincerest condolences to President Carter, family, and friends.

[@bludaizee24]

@DropTheT Yes! He was an incredible man!

[@janisblack2183]

She was always thinking of others before herself. I think she was the most beautiful lady inside and out. Their marriage was truly blessed. Now she will go up to meet God face to face and he will say “Well done my faithful servant!” 😊💙

[@nicholasstocker8864]

R.I.P. Rosalynn Carter ❤

[@kelleaddicks4437]

We've lost someone special! She lived an admirable, and generous life and chose her husband well. She did the "best she could" and more. She will be missed.

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

RIP beautiful lady. You showed all how to be sweet, classy, determined, and a honest woman. Thank you for your time here on earth 💖

[@jeannettealfonsi6975]

We lost a great former first lady today, a Humanitarian and a very intelligent woman. May she rest in heavenly peace. My deepest sympathies to her husband and their children and all the friends . Georgians should feel proud to have had the Carter's in the presidential office, and their legacy lives on in all their acts of kindness.

[@ArtHallberg]

We are all diminished by the loss of this wonderful lady! A truly beautiful soul and a positive inspiration!! RIP Madame First Lady!!

[@BigVegasAlwaysWins]

RIP Mrs. Carter 😇

[@sharontabor7718]

Condolences to the Carter family. I had expected Jimmy to pass first. My heart breaks for Mr. Carter and their family.

[@ramasreekantham4586]

R I P Ms Rosylynn , best service you both did for this country…wonderful woman, supporting her husband President Carter in humanitarian foundation. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@thedustyhead]

Heartfelt condolences to president Carter , and much thankfulness for a great first lady and life-long service for the American people and the world . RIP Rosalynn

[@MagnoliaRum]

My soul cries for the loss of a great woman. A great examplar of American grace and moral character for all to ascribe. Rest In Power First Lady Carter.

[@barbaraajohnson-davis7588]

Rest well Mrs. Carter. You will always be a grand lady in my heart. I will never forget your kindness to all humanity and a political savvy wife and beautiful Mom to Amy..Rest well our Sister❤🌹❤

[@davefave4351]

Greetings from London. With condolences to the former President for your loss - I was a young man at the time but I'm aware that the first lady plays a serious role in the US and she was a shining example of love, compassion, a dedication to her role and love to her husband that is an example for us all.

[@cjfulbright]

That soft voice,and engaging smile, and fierce determination left it's mark, on us all.

[@pattywilliams788]

RIP and Godspeed, Dear Lady! My deepest sympathies and condolences to her family. 🙏🏾🕊️🙏🏾

[@SupportTheArts-yo8ox]

I'm gonna cry!! Just sad, but she had an amazing life. Well done, ma'am. RIP 🕊