This tribute will also see the presence of all living former first ladies, making it a significant gathering of prominent political figures.
Jimmy Carter’s Attendance Confirmed:
Former President Jimmy Carter is planning to travel to Atlanta to participate in the memorial service for his late wife. Jason Carter, his grandson, confirmed this to CNN. The service is scheduled to be held at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on Emory University’s campus.
Prominent Guests:
The memorial service will be attended by notable dignitaries, including current First Lady Jill Biden and former first ladies Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama, and Melania Trump. President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, and former President Bill Clinton are also expected to be in attendance. However, former President Donald Trump is not expected to attend, making Melania Trump’s presence a rare public appearance for the former first lady.
Rosalynn Carter’s Legacy:
Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96 at her home in Plains, Georgia, on November 19. She had entered hospice care at home just two days prior, marking the end of her remarkable life dedicated to humanitarian efforts and advocating for mental health reform. Rosalynn Carter spent over 77 years at her husband’s side, always actively involved in various humanitarian causes. Her commitment to destigmatizing mental illness was a significant part of her legacy, although she had been diagnosed with dementia in May.
Memorial Services Schedule:
The motorcade carrying Rosalynn Carter embarked on its final journey from Plains to Atlanta, with a repose service held at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta on Monday afternoon. Members of the public were invited to pay their respects in the evening. A private funeral service for family and invited friends will take place on Wednesday morning at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains.
Rosalynn Carter’s memorial service in Atlanta is set to be a momentous occasion with the attendance of prominent political figures, including all living former first ladies. The event will pay tribute to her lifelong dedication to humanitarian causes and mental health reform, leaving an indelible mark on American history.
