Former President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
Former President James Earl Carter Jr. passed away on Sunday at the age of 100, as announced by the Carter Center. President Carter, the 39th President of the United States and recipient of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family.
Legacy and Surviving Family
President Carter leaves behind a lasting legacy as the longest-lived president in U.S. history. He is survived by his children, Jack, Chip, Jeff, and Amy; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 77 years, Rosalynn Smith Carter, who passed away on November 19, 2023, and one grandchild.
Tributes and Public Observances
Chip Carter, the former president’s son, described his father as a hero and a beacon of peace, human rights, and unselfish love. He emphasized how President Carter’s values brought people together and encouraged everyone to honor his memory by living out these shared beliefs. Public observances will be held in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., with a private interment in Plains, Georgia. Details about President Carter’s state funeral arrangements will be released by the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region on their official website.
Remembering President Carter
As the world mourns the loss of a great leader, the Carter family has requested that instead of flowers, donations be made to The Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The public is also encouraged to visit the official tribute website dedicated to President Carter’s life, where they can leave condolences and explore biographical materials celebrating his remarkable legacy. President Jimmy Carter’s impact on the world will be remembered for generations to come.
