George W. Bush: “We express our gratitude to these heroes and all those who help ensure that the many blessings of our great country…”

History will remember him as among the finest public servants of his generation – a patriot who brought integrity, high intelligence, and seriousness of purpose to every position.

On behalf of the American people, Laura and I offer our sincere condolences to Betsy and the Wyeth family.

Mr. Wyeth captured America in his paintings of his native Pennsylvania and Maine.

To you and the honored dead, our country is forever grateful.