George H.W. Bush Dead - Former President of the United States Dies at 94

George H.W. Bush has sadly passed away at the age of 94.

The former president of the United States died on Friday (November 30), according to his son George W. Bush.

“Jeb, Neil, Marvin, Doro, and I are saddened to announce that after 94 remarkable years, our dear Dad has died,” George W. said in a statement.

He added, “George H. W. Bush was a man of the highest character and the best dad a son or daughter could ask for. The entire Bush family is deeply grateful for 41’s life and love, for the compassion of those who have cared and prayed for Dad, and for the condolences of our friends and fellow citizens.”

George H.W. served as vice president to Ronald Reagan from 1981-1989, before becoming president and holding office from 1990-1993.

His son George W. would go on to serve as president from 2000-2009.

George H.W. is survived by his two siblings, five children, his 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. His wife Barbara passed away earlier this year.

Funeral arrangements will be announced “as soon as it is practical.”

Our thoughts are with George‘s family and friends during this difficult time.