Jimmy Carter revealed heartbreaking plan to his son months before Rosalynn’s death
Rosalynn Carter, the former First Lady and wife of President Jimmy Carter, passed away on November 19 at the age of 96. New details reveal that her husband, Jimmy Carter, had expressed concerns about outliving her due to his deteriorating health.
Rosalynn, diagnosed with dementia six months ago, joined her husband in hospice care but faced complications from an infection. In their final moments together, Jimmy made the poignant decision to be alone with Rosalynn. The couple, married for 77 years, shared a hospice bed, allowing them to converse before Rosalynn lost the power of speech and passed away on Sunday.
Jimmy, now 99 and facing health challenges, had consistently expressed his desire to outlive and care for Rosalynn until her last moments. The Carter family mourns the loss of Rosalynn, who played a significant role in the White House during Jimmy Carter’s presidency and continued humanitarian work through the Carter Center.