Posted on 01/02/2007 5:41:07 AM PST by Mo1
WASHINGTON — Gerald R. Ford leaves his beloved U.S. Capitol for the last time Tuesday as the period set aside for ordinary Americans to say goodbye gives way to an elaborate invitation-only funeral at the awe-inspiring Washington National Cathedral.
As the first order of business Tuesday, Ford's remains were being removed from the Rotunda to lie in repose briefly outside the Senate before leaving the Capitol where Ford served as a congressman for 25 years. As vice president, Ford also had the constitutional title of president of the Senate.
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Mine too, he's such a nice "boy".
me thinks..Brit is Baptist.
Our president looks wonderful! God Bless him!
Prayers for the Ford family.
This is just breaking my heart.
Also the Navy Hymn.
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Betty Ford, widow of former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford, touches her face as she waits in a limousine for the casket containing her husband's body to leave the US Capitol in Washington, January 2, 2007. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts (UNITED STATES)
How young, vigorous and handsome he looks - makes me feel good, I'm only two years older than he is.
Anyone know if TEC PB Schouri is scheduled to officiate at the service?
With what tenderness he escorted her.
Pop beads worn w/Armani suits? LOL
LOL! Just read your link. Ford=class, Carter=chickensh*t...
The Bishop of Washington is performing the service, as it is his diocese.
Brit may be, but he attended St. Alban's so he knows Episcopal liturgy.
Me too, girlfriend.
Tears flowing now. "Nearer My God to Thee>"
Everyone stand now!
Hymn now playing is "Nearer My God to Thee."
Thanks..I'm surprised that she's missing the opportunity for a BIG photo op..
Our President has great respect for our older people - he was the same way with Mrs. Reagan. He's a true gentleman. His parents raised him well.
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