Presidents & First Ladies Honor Rosalynn Carter
- Former President Jimmy Carter, who recently emerged from hospice care, joined in honouring the life of his wife, Rosalynn Carter, at a tribute held at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church at Emory University. Mr. Carter, despite his frail health, made the journey from their home to the tribute. The tribute was attended by several prominent individuals including President Biden, former President Bill Clinton, and all five living first ladies.
- Rosalynn Carter, who served as the first lady from 1977 to 1981, passed away at the age of 96. She was remembered for her tireless dedication to help others, her strong will to improve mental health services, and transforming the role of first lady. After Mr. Carter lost his re-election, the couple went back to their small house and concentrated on philanthropic activities.
- Rosalynn Carter is to be buried at the Carter Home and Garden, part of the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. The memorial service was attended by prominent figures including Vice President Kamala Harris, Jill Biden, Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, Melania Trump and several others. However, none of these high-profile attendees were among the invited speakers.
Former President Jimmy Carter Honors Wife, Rosalynn Carter
Emerging from hospice care, former President Jimmy Carter joined successors and all living presidential spouses in paying tribute to Rosalynn Carter, his wife of over 75 years and First Lady from 1977 to 1981. Carter, who entered hospice care in February, made the journey from Plains, Ga., to Atlanta for the event at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church at Emory University, with President Biden, former President Bill Clinton, and all five living first ladies present.
Arriving in a wheelchair, Carter was warmly received by the crowd, despite his frailty. Jason Carter, grandson and chairman of the Carter Center board, spoke of his grandfather’s determination to be present for his wife’s tribute despite his fading health.
Rosalynn Carter: Tireless Advocate and Inspiration
Due to his health, Carter did not speak at the gathering. But friends and family celebrated Mrs. Carter, her strong will, and her dedication to helping the vulnerable. Kathryn Cade, former project director for Mrs. Carter, praised her tireless dedication, describing her as a “remarkable woman.”
Mrs. Carter’s son, James Earl Carter III, credited his mother with saving his life and many others through her advocacy work. Despite the 1980 election loss, the Carters continued to serve as “missionaries,” contributing significantly to society.
The Legacy of Rosalynn Carter
Rosalynn Carter died at 96 at their family home in Plains, Ga., where she had lived for most of her life. She was remembered for her advocacy for mental health services and transformation of the role of first lady.
Grandson Jason Carter championed her work fighting the stigma of mental illness as her proudest achievement, lauding her for being ahead of her time.
High-Profile Attendees Remember Rosalynn Carter
Several high-profile attendees, including Vice President Kamala Harris, Jill Biden, Hillary Clinton, and former first ladies Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump, joined in honoring Mrs. Carter. The event reflected her taste for simplicity and elegance.
After a funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church, Mrs. Carter will be buried at the Carter Home and Garden. Mr. Carter plans to be laid to rest next to her when the time comes.
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