The tribute service took place at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on the Emory University campus in Atlanta. While former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama were notably absent, President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and George Bush gathered to pay their respects.
The event, attended by an invitation-only guest list, included heartfelt eulogies from family members, including Rosalynn and Jimmy’s daughter Amy and their grandson Jason Carter. The service featured Rosalynn’s favorite Scripture passages and songs, emphasizing the personal and spiritual aspects of her life.
Former PBS NewsHour anchor Judy Woodruff added her voice to the tribute, creating a touching and comprehensive memorial for the beloved former first lady.
The end of an era
Rosalynn’s passing marked the end of an era, and her surviving grandchildren served as honorary pallbearers, symbolizing the continuation of her legacy. The memorial service was just one part of a series of events in Georgia, culminating in a private funeral at Maranatha Baptist Church and interment at the Carter family residence in Plains, Georgia.
