George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st President of United States passed away on Friday, November 30 at the age of 94. The former president died on Friday night at 10.10 pm. He is survived by his five children and their spouses, 17 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and two siblings. His death occurs just eight months after his wife Barbara passed away in April. His political career spanned for nearly 3 decades and saw his son take over the title as the 43rd President of US. People on social media, politicians, activists, family members commoners have expressed their heartfelt condolences on the demise of the former US president. George Bush Senior Dies at 94 After Prolonged Illness, Former US President Breathes His Last on November 30. 

In a statement released by his son George W. Bush, "Jeb, Neil, Marvin, Doro and I are saddened to announce that after 94 remarkable years, our dear Dad has died." Sr Bush was suffering from Parkinson's disease, which forced him to use a wheelchair. After the death of his wife in April, he had an infection which spread to his blood. He was admitted to hospitals several times for his treatment. His health was deteriorating more after his wife's demise.

Check George W. Bush's entire statement on the death of his father Sr George Bush

Check Some Tweets Offering Condolences on the Death of George H W Bush

Son Jeb Bush's tweet condoling his father's demise

Rest in Peace 

Mr Bush served in the White House from the year 1989 to 1993, for more than 40 years in public service. He was a skilled bureaucratic and is hailed as the World War II hero.

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