Tributes flowed for George H.W. Bush after the 41st U.S. president died at his home in Houston on Friday. He was 94. President Donald Trump has declared Wednesday, Dec. 5, a national day of mourning.
“President Bush always found a way to set the bar higher,” Trump and first lady Melania Trump said in a statement on Saturday, adding that they “join with a grieving nation” in mourning his predecessor.
The former congressman from Texas, who served as president from 1989 to 1993, inspired generations of fellow Americans to public service and to illuminate “the greatness, hope, and opportunity of America to the world,” the Trumps said. “His example lives on, and will continue to stir future Americans to pursue a greater cause.”
Tributes flowed on social media and in Washington for the man who was the longest-living president in American history. President Bush used a wheelchair in recent years after being diagnosed with a form of Parkinson’s disease.
“Whenever I was with him I saw his absolute joy for life and true pride in his family. His accomplishments were great from beginning to end.” Trump added in a later tweet. “He was a truly wonderful man and will be missed by all!”
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