(WBAP/KLIF) – North Texas residents, and local leaders, reacted to the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday.
“Laura and I were honored to have known Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She was a woman of great intellect, charm, and wit,” said former President George W. Bush in a statement posted by the George W. Bush Presidential Center. “Spending time at Buckingham Palace, and having tea with Her Majesty – and her Corgis – is among our fondest memories of the presidency. Queen Elizabeth ably led England through dark moments with her confidence in her people and her vision for a brighter tomorrow. Our world benefitted from her steady resolve, and we are grateful for her decades of service as sovereign. Americans in particular appreciate her strong and steadfast friendship. Laura and I join our fellow citizens in sending our heartfelt condolences to the Royal family and the British people.”
Governor Abbott said shortly after the Queen’s death that Texas is forever honored to have had her as an ally to the U.S. and to the state.
“The First Lady and I are truly saddened to hear of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, and our hearts and prayers go out to her family and the entire United Kingdom as they grieve the loss of one of the greatest leaders in history,” said Governor Abbott. “In her unrivaled, impressive reign as Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of Her other Realms and Territories, Queen Elizabeth II led her people, and at times the world, through historic events with the utmost dignity, grace, and valor. Queen Elizabeth II was also more than a leader of one of the greatest monarchies in history and a close United States ally; she was a mother, a grandmother, and a wife who showed a deep devotion to her family and to her nation. The entire world is better to have had a strong, steady leader like Queen Elizabeth II.”
The Mayor of Dallas reflected on the Queen’s trip to North Texas in the 1990’s.
“On behalf of the City of Dallas, I want to send our deepest condolences to the people of the United Kingdom,” said Mayor Johnson. “Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a consequential and remarkable world leader — and a friend to our city, where she made an official visit in 1991.”
The Mayor said the city mourns the Queen’s passing.
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