The former first lady of the United States, Barbara Bush, has passed away at the age of 92.
Bush served as the first lady from 1989-1993. A spokesperson for the Bush family released on Sunday that Bush was in failing health and was not seeking further treatment. This came after a series of hospital stays.
Below is a statement from the Office of George H.W. Bush tweeted by the Bush family spokesperson, Jim McGrath, as well as a statement from President Donald Trump.
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
.@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