The Latest: Mourners lining up hours early for Barbara Bush

People are commending Bush's dedication to literacy and education as they pay their final respects Friday during a public viewing at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston. She and her husband, former President George H.W. Bush, had long have worshipped at the church, where mourners lined up hours ahead of the public event.

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Trump will skip Barbara Bush funeral, sending first lady

President Donald Trump won't be joining his wife in attending the memorial service of former first lady Barbara Bush, matriarch of a political dynasty that Trump often clashed with during his 2016 campaign. The White House said Thursday that Trump would not attend "to avoid disruptions due to added security, and out of respect for the Bush Family and friends attending the service."

‘Civility, grace’: What Washington could learn from Barbara Bush

In an era of hyper-partisan feuding and noxious personal attacks, the life and lengthy marriage of former first lady Barbara Bush serve as poignant reminders in power-obsessed Washington that decency and grace can win out. Bush's death Tuesday at age 92 triggered an outpouring of affection for the snowy-haired matriarch of one of America's storied political dynasties.

Iowa political leaders remember Barbara Bush

Iowa lawmakers are remembering and celebrating a history-making political leader after news of Barbara Bush's death broke on Tuesday evening. Fellow Senator Chuck Grassley also took to social media to celebrate Bush's life, and released a statement alongside his wife: "Former First Lady Barbara Bush was everything a country could ask for in a First Lady.

Presidents, first ladies praise Barbara Bush’s dedication Source: AP

Presidents, first ladies and many others who knew Barbara Bush are praising her devotion to the nation, her family and literacy. President Donald Trump said among Mrs. Bush's greatest achievements "was recognizing the importance of literacy as a fundamental family value that requires nurturing and protection.

In New England and across the US, Barbara Bush is remembered fondly

The death of Barbara Bush touched off an outpouring of condolences and fond memories across New England Tuesday, as political leaders recalled the former first lady as a figure of uncommon grace and resolve. Bush was "an ever-present conscience" during her time in the White House, said Andrew Card, a Holbrook native who served as deputy chief of staff and transportation secretary in the administration of Bush's husband, George H.W. Bush.

US leaders, celebrities share condolences after death of Barbara Bush

As news of the death of Barbara Bush spread Tuesday evening, American leaders shared their condolences and tributes to the former first lady. President Barack Obama and Mrs. Obama: "Barbara Bush was the rock of a family dedicated to public service, and our thoughts and prayers are with both Presidents Bush and the entire Bush family tonight."

Things to Remember about Barbara Bush

The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy began during her White House years with a goal to improve the lives of disadvantaged Americans by boosting literacy among parents and their children. The foundation partners with local programs and had awarded more than $40 million to create or expand more than 1,500 literacy programs nationwide as of 2014.

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H075-02 George H. and Barbara Bush with their son, George W., in New…

APRIL 15, 2018: It was reported that former first lady Barbara Bush won't seek more medical treatment after hospitalizations, but will instead focus on "comfort care," according to family spokesman April 18, 2018. ST. PAUL, MN - SEPTEMBER 02: Former President George H.W. Bush and former first lady Barbara Bush point from their seats on day two of the Republican National Convention at the Xcel Energy Center on September 2, 2008 in St. Paul, Minnesota.