Donate
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Donate
50 F
Illinois
More
    Homebreaking news
    Ezra
    Ezra

    Latest Posts

    Rosalynn Carter lies in repose at Carter Center, hundreds pay respects


    Honoring Rosalynn Carter | Full repose service

    Honoring Rosalynn Carter | Full repose service

    The Georgia native and global humanitarian died on Nov. 19 at the age of 96.

    After brief ceremonies in the Carters’ native Sumter County in south Georgia, Rosalynn Carter’s remains travelled by motorcade to Atlanta, where she will lie in repose at The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum.

    Celebration of life for Rosalynn Carter

    Rosalynn Carter will make her final trip to Atlanta at the start of three days of memorials for the former ”First Lady of Plains.”

    The motorcade left around 10 a.m., traveling through downtown Americus before making a brief stop at Georgia Southwestern State University. That’s where a wreath-laying ceremony at the Rosalynn Carter Health and Human Science Complex took place. 

    Rosalynn Carter motorcade leaves Americus

    After a wreath-lying ceremony on Monday morning, the motorcade escorting former first lady Rosalynn Carter began its journey to Atlanta.

    Route for Rosalynn Carter motorcade released

    “We just wanted to pay our respects to the Carter family. They’re an amazing couple,” said Melanie Brasher.

    “Mr. and Mrs. Carter have been a part of my world since he was governor of Georgia. In ’76, when Jimmy ran for president, it was my first vote,” said Don Drennon.

    Reed Elliotte and his mom, Larrietta, came from Kentucky to pay their respects. 

    Reed says he first met President Carter in 2019 when he was teaching Sunday school in Plains. Since then, he says he’s become good friends with the Carter family. Reed says Mrs. Carter’s death hit him hard. 

    Visitors say it was an emotional night. As they passed by Mrs. Carter’s casket, which was covered in flowers, it was a time for reflection.

    Earlier, during a private repose ceremony at the Carter Center, library and museum staff joined members of the Carter family.

    Rosalynn Carter: Memorial ceremonies full recap

    Former first lady Rosalynn Carter was honored with a memorial service held at The Carter Center on Monday. Here’s a full recap of the day.

    Mrs. Carter was remembered as a person who led by example, and rarely asked anyone to do something that she wouldn’t do herself. She treated everyone with respect and dignity, was unpretentious. Never seeking recognition for herself.

    The Carter family penned a letter of appreciation to the Carter Center Staff that was printed in the service program stating:

    “The Carter family is grateful for your continuing commitment to Mrs. Carter’s dream of a more caring world.”

    It is not known whether former president Jimmy Carter, who is 99 and in his 10th month of hospice care, will take part in the events. Those close to his immediate family have said he will make every effort as he grieves his partner of more than 77 years.

    Carter family visits Rosalynn Carter mural

    As tributes keep pouring in for Rosalynn Carter, the Carter family met with the artist who produced a mural honoring the former first lady and her husband, former President Jimmy Carter. The work of art is etched into the grass at Freedom Park, near Little Five Points.

    The schedule, a product of detailed planning that involved the former first couple, reflects the range of Rosalynn Carter’s interests and impact. That includes her advocacy for better mental health treatment and the elevation of caregiving, her role as Jimmy Carter’s closest adviser and her status as matriarch of Plains and Maranatha Baptist Church, where she and the former president served in various roles after leaving the White House in 1981.

    Georgia Girl Scouts pay tribute to Honorary National President Rosalynn Carter

    Rosalynn Carter has asked for donations to the Carter Center’s Mental Health Program or the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers in lieu of flowers.



    Contributor

    Ezra
    Ezra

    RELATED ARTICLES

    Latest Posts

    Don't Miss

    [tdn_block_newsletter_subscribe title_text="Stay in touch" description="VG8gYmUgdXBkYXRlZCB3aXRoIGFsbCB0aGUgbGF0ZXN0IG5ld3MsIG9mZmVycyBhbmQgc3BlY2lhbCBhbm5vdW5jZW1lbnRzLg==" input_placeholder="Email address" tds_newsletter2-image="5" tds_newsletter2-image_bg_color="#c3ecff" tds_newsletter3-input_bar_display="row" tds_newsletter4-image="6" tds_newsletter4-image_bg_color="#fffbcf" tds_newsletter4-btn_bg_color="#f3b700" tds_newsletter4-check_accent="#f3b700" tds_newsletter5-tdicon="tdc-font-fa tdc-font-fa-envelope-o" tds_newsletter5-btn_bg_color="#000000" tds_newsletter5-btn_bg_color_hover="#4db2ec" tds_newsletter5-check_accent="#000000" tds_newsletter6-input_bar_display="row" tds_newsletter6-btn_bg_color="#da1414" tds_newsletter6-check_accent="#da1414" tds_newsletter7-image="7" tds_newsletter7-btn_bg_color="#1c69ad" tds_newsletter7-check_accent="#1c69ad" tds_newsletter7-f_title_font_size="20" tds_newsletter7-f_title_font_line_height="28px" tds_newsletter8-input_bar_display="row" tds_newsletter8-btn_bg_color="#00649e" tds_newsletter8-btn_bg_color_hover="#21709e" tds_newsletter8-check_accent="#00649e" embedded_form_code="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" descr_space="eyJhbGwiOiIxNSIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE1In0=" tds_newsletter="tds_newsletter3" tds_newsletter3-all_border_width="0" btn_text="Sign up" tds_newsletter3-btn_bg_color="#e73d8f" tds_newsletter3-btn_bg_color_hover="#000000" tds_newsletter3-btn_border_size="0" tdc_css="eyJhbGwiOnsibWFyZ2luLWJvdHRvbSI6IjAiLCJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yIjoiI2E3ZTBlNSIsImRpc3BsYXkiOiIifSwicG9ydHJhaXQiOnsiZGlzcGxheSI6IiJ9LCJwb3J0cmFpdF9tYXhfd2lkdGgiOjEwMTgsInBvcnRyYWl0X21pbl93aWR0aCI6NzY4fQ==" tds_newsletter3-input_border_size="0" tds_newsletter3-f_title_font_family="445" tds_newsletter3-f_title_font_transform="uppercase" tds_newsletter3-f_descr_font_family="394" tds_newsletter3-f_descr_font_size="eyJhbGwiOiIxMiIsInBvcnRyYWl0IjoiMTEifQ==" tds_newsletter3-f_descr_font_line_height="eyJhbGwiOiIxLjYiLCJwb3J0cmFpdCI6IjEuNCJ9" tds_newsletter3-title_color="#000000" tds_newsletter3-description_color="#000000" tds_newsletter3-f_title_font_weight="600" tds_newsletter3-f_title_font_size="eyJhbGwiOiIyMCIsImxhbmRzY2FwZSI6IjE4IiwicG9ydHJhaXQiOiIxNiJ9" tds_newsletter3-f_input_font_family="394" tds_newsletter3-f_btn_font_family="" tds_newsletter3-f_btn_font_transform="uppercase" tds_newsletter3-f_title_font_line_height="1" title_space="eyJsYW5kc2NhcGUiOiIxMCJ9" content_align_horizontal="content-horiz-center"]

    MOST POPULAR OF ALL TIME

    Celebrity News

    Breaking News

    Mom Life

    Fashion

    Contact us

    INTEGRITY DISCLOSURE

     Gyrlversion Media: Your Source for Trending News and Accurate Updates!

    At Gyrlversion Media, we strive to bring you the most up-to-date as well as engaging news from across the nation. As a trending news site, our team scours various media outlets to capture the latest headlines and then goes the extra mile to expand on the details, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of each story.

    We believe that accurate information is vital, and that's why we are committed to fact-checking and verifying the reports we present. Our dedication to journalistic integrity means that you can trust the news you find on our website. We value the importance of responsible reporting. As well as delivering news you can rely on.

    But our commitment to accurate reporting doesn't end there. We also believe in the power of updates and corrections. Welcoming your input to ensure the most accurate information is available. If you come across a story on our website that requires updated details, we encourage you to reach out to us. Simply send us the link to the trending news topic. Along with proof of fact-checking and your contact information, to contact@gyrlversion.net. We appreciate your contribution in helping us maintain the highest standards of accuracy.

    As a trusted source of information, we understand the responsibility we have to our readers. We aim to keep you informed, and entertained. As well as engaged with the latest news and trending stories. Whether it's entertainment, celebrity news, money moves, fashion, or women in comedy, Gyrlversion Media has got you covered!

    Join our ever-growing community of informed readers who rely on Gyrlversion Media as their go-to source for news. Stay connected with us on our website and follow us on social media to never miss a beat.

    Thank you for trusting Gyrlversion Media as your source for trending news, and remember, we're here to deliver the news that matters, with accuracy and integrity!

    Phone: 1-708-933-8585

    Email: contactus@gyrlversion.net

    506 e 162nd St. South Holland Il, 60473

    We own Roku and Amazon Fire Channels

    Gyrl TV & Business and Entreprenuer Tv

    Contact us for features

    "We improve our products and advertising by using Microsoft Clarity to see how you use our website. By using our site, you agree that we and Microsoft can collect and use this data. Our privacy statement has more details."