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Nancy Reagan served nation with grace: Your Say


Former first lady Nancy Reagan died Sunday. She was 94. Comments from Facebook are edited for clarity and grammar:

Goodbye, Nancy. We may never have a first lady with as much class and beauty again.

— Anthony Davis

The greatest memory I have of Nancy — and there were many — was her reaction to the end of the funeral service for her husband at the Reagan library. To have endured living with somebody with Alzheimer’s for the period of time she did, and then to have such a strong reaction to what was an obvious great personal loss. She was a great lady.

Now Ron and Nancy can be together again. Forever. R.I.P.

— Craig Russ

I was never a fan of the Reagans and fought hard against his policies, but this truly is a sad day. Nancy Reagan was the last of the old school first ladies — always supportive, intelligent and kind. Perhaps her passing will be a reminder to the members of the GOP that differences don’t have to be expressed so hatefully but instead can be aired with restraint, elegance and thoughtfulness. All condolences to her family.

— David Robinson

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She helped Ronnie lead the nation with the aid of an astrologer. That kind of legacy we don’t need.

— Tim Donovan

All first ladies perform an impossible role under incredible pressure. They have to listen to people criticize their spouses and children, and their wardrobes, hairstyles and vacation choices. I don’t have to agree with their husbands’ politics to appreciate the service each and every first lady has given our country. R.I.P., Nancy.

— Holly Beyer