Rosalynn Carter Laid to Rest in Simple Funeral Honoring Her Love for Hawaii
In a private funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church, former President Jimmy Carter bid farewell to his beloved wife, Rosalynn.
The modest ceremony paid tribute to Rosalynn’s love for Hawaii, symbolized by the family’s donning of leis, the fragrant Hawaiian flower necklaces.
Jimmy Carter Attends Private Funeral for Rosalynn with Touching Tributes
Arriving at the church in a wheelchair, Jimmy Carter, along with other family members, participated in the intimate funeral service.
The family expressed their love for Rosalynn through readings by her great-grandchildren, bringing moments of sweetness and reflection.
Farewell to a First Lady: Rosalynn Carter’s Funeral Highlights Family Tributes
Maranatha Pastor Tony Lowden led the service, honoring “the life and legacy of the greatest first lady.” Beyond her role in the White House, Rosalynn’s contributions to nations worldwide were acknowledged, emphasizing her global impact on humanitarian efforts.
Rosalynn Carter’s Quiet Farewell: A Modest Funeral in Plains, Georgia
Following the service, Rosalynn was laid to rest at the Plains, Georgia, home she shared with Jimmy Carter. The simplicity of the ceremony contrasted with the elaborate tributes of the preceding days, providing a more intimate farewell to the late first lady.
Honoring Rosalynn Carter: Family and Flowers at the Private Funeral
Rosalynn’s funeral marked the conclusion of three days of tributes, with notable figures like Joe and Jill Biden, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama, and others paying their respects earlier in the week.
The private funeral focused on family, allowing those closest to Rosalynn to share their heartfelt memories and bid a final farewell.
