Austin, TX

Texas Governor Rick Perry issued this statement on Lady Bird Johnson:

“Lady Bird Johnson embodied all that is beautiful and good about the great state of Texas,” Perry said. “She inspired generations of Americans with her graceful strength, unwavering commitment to family and keen sense of social justice. Her unflagging efforts to beautify our highways and byways are a lasting legacy, through which our state will forever bear the unmistakable signature of a genuine Texan. We are proud to have known her and, like all Texans, are the better for it. Anita and I offer our sincere condolences and prayers to the Johnson family and friends.”

Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott had this to say about Lady Bird Johnson:

“Lady Bird Johnson’s lasting impact on the beauty and strength of this state is unmatched. In one of America’s darkest hours, the First Lady served our country with grace and dignity. Lady Bird’s beauty and what she stood for will far outlive our generation. Cecilia and I wish to extend the Johnson family our profound sympathies and wish them well as they remember a life well-lived.”

Texas Republican Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison released this statement on Lady Bird Johnson’s passing:

“Lady Bird Johnson was one of the most beloved first ladies in our nation’s history, exemplifying class, dignity, and kindness throughout her entire life. She represented the best of Texas and she set a shining example of graciousness throughout her public life.”

“Lady Bird has been a personal friend of mine for a long time, since I attended the University of Texas with her daughter Lynda. Over the years I have worked to preserve the LBJ office in the Jake Pickle building in Austin and to add the Lady Bird Johnson Plaza to the LBJ Library. The groundbreaking was on October 13, 2006 in Austin and we were so pleased that she was able to attend and see the plans.”

“I cherished all of the time I spent with her and my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Johnson family.”

Austin Bishop Gregory Aymond made the following remarks upon learning of the death of former first lady Lady Bird Johnson:

“I was saddened to hear of Mrs. Johnson’s passing. She truly was a Texas treasure. She found and spread God’s beauty in the simplicity of wildflowers and nature. In faith, we trust she is resting in comfort in the Lord’s garden. Please join me in praying for her and her family.”

U.S. Congressman Lloyd Doggett once represented President Lyndon Johnson. He had this statement following the passing of Lady Bird Johnson:

“Lady Bird Johnson cared for all that is beautiful and vulnerable in this world. Every child in a Head Start program, every wildflower brightening our roadways, is a testament to her service to our Nation. Our thoughts and prayers are with her children and grandchildren, who continue her tradition of public service.”

— Peter Babb