11/03/2008

Barack Obama's Grandmother Passes Away

Just hours before her grandson is set to make World history, Madelyn Dunham, the grandmother of Senator and Presidential Nominee Barack Obama has passed away. Mrs. Dunham had been battling cancer for some time and before she departed us, Barack felt the need to see her a few weeks back. She leaves with the rest of world her legacy of raising a good man. A man with morals, and values and strong determination who is going to take our country to an all time high!

A statement from Barack Obama and Maya Soetoro-Ng on their grandmother's death:

"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."

The Obama/Dunham families are in our prayers and our thoughts!

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