George Bush actually said...

May God watch over all those who sail this ship, all those who fly from her deck, and all those at home who pray for their safe return.

The men and women of the United States military represent the best of America, and they deserve the best America can give them.

There is no power like the power of freedom and no soldier as strong as a soldier who fights for a free future for his children.

On behalf of all Americans, we give thanks for the life of one of the great ambassadors in baseball history.