Obama's Grandmother Passes Away OFFICIAL STATEMENT

[Joanne98]

By Greg Sargent - November 3, 2008, 4:40PM

Here's the statement just in from Barack Obama and his half sister, Maya Soetoro-Ng, on the death of their grandmother:

It is with great sadness that we announce that our grandmother, Madelyn Dunham, has died peacefully after a battle with cancer. She was the cornerstone of our family, and a woman of extraordinary accomplishment, strength, and humility. She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances. She was proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and left this world with the knowledge that her impact on all of us was meaningful and enduring. Our debt to her is beyond measure.
Our family wants to thank all of those who sent flowers, cards, well-wishes, and prayers during this difficult time. It brought our grandmother and us great comfort. Our grandmother was a private woman, and we will respect her wish for a small private ceremony to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to any worthy organization in search of a cure for cancer.


His grandmother, his primary caregiver for many years, passes away today. And he's very likely to be elected president tomorrow. It's hard to imagine what the emotional tumult must be like.


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[Muttocracy]

1. you should edit your post title so it stands out - "Obamas' statement"

[Joanne98]

3. Thanks

[Butch350]

2. My deepest heart felt sympathy goes out to the entire Barack Family!

[deadparrot]

4. RIP.

How heartbreaking. Best wishes to the Obama/Soetoro-Ng family.

[opihimoimoi]

5. My Thoughts and Prayers to the Obama / Dunham Family....RIP

I am sure she was proud of Obama and musta sensed he was gonna win.....again...RIP