Reagan Funeral

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Other world leaders included and his wife, as well as interim presidents of Afghanistan and of Iraq. HOME FUNERAL SERVICES CONDOLENCE BOOK TRIBUTES MEMORIAL FUND. Security measures The state funeral marked the first time that Washington hosted a major event since. President Bush said this on: " This is a sad hour in the life of America. Reagan's casket, a Marsellus Masterpiece model purchased from, was carried by a military honor guard representing all branches of the into the lobby of the library to. " In the announcement of Reagan's death, Bush declared a. On June 7, it was transported by hearse and displayed at the in, then flown to on June 9 for a service, public viewing and tributes at the. Four Navy fighter jets flew over in, before the flag that flew over the Capitol during President Reagan's inauguration was folded and presented to Nancy Reagan by the commanding officer of the. Upon her passing, Nancy Reagan will be interred beside her husband. My name is Courtney and I am a rising sophomore at the University. Following his death, Nancy Reagan released a statement, saying: " My family and I would like the world to know that President Ronald Reagan has passed away after 10 years of Alzheimer's disease at 93 years of age. Bush, Press release, Office of the Press Secretary, July 2, 2004. Bagpiper played "Amazing Grace" as the casket was moved to its grave site. People applauded as the cortege began the journey. Interment at the Reagan Library Return to California Nancy Reagan waves as she boards the presidential aircraft taking herself, family, and dignitaries back to California After the service, the casket was removed from the cathedral and driven by hearse to Andrews Air Force Base for the final journey home, passing crowds along its route.