When news broke that Barbara Bush died on Tuesday night, celebrities and singers took to social media to pay their respects.
According to the New York Times, Bush died on Tuesday evening at her home in Houston at the age of 92. The news broke on Twitter thanks to Jim McGrath, the family’s spokesman. This news came just days after Bush decided to focus on her comfort and no longer seek medical treatment.
Once the news spread on social media, the former first lady’s name was a trending topic. Tons of people including celebrities and singers took to social media to share memories of Bush. Reba McEntire called her “one-of-a-kind” while Loretta Lynn said, “America has lost a treasure and I’ve lost a dear friend.”
See some of the special memories below.
America has lost a treasure and I’ve lost a dear friend. Barbara Bush was one of my greatest heroes. My heart is broken and will miss her. My prayers are with the Bush family, I love them all. pic.twitter.com/9HT9vFDKXX
— Loretta Lynn (@LorettaLynn) April 18, 2018
My deepest condolences to @GeorgeHWBush and the entire Bush family on the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush. Her strength, love of family and love for her country should serve as an inspiration to us all. 🇺🇸
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) April 17, 2018
Thurman lowered the Twin Pines flag to half mast to honor the passing of Barbara Bush.
Rest in peace great lady. pic.twitter.com/51NpWMlMJV— Charlie Daniels (@CharlieDaniels) April 18, 2018
We awaken today to a world without Barbara Bush in it… Heavens Gain… pic.twitter.com/F9tED28CdO
— The Oak Ridge Boys (@oakridgeboys) April 18, 2018
We lost a piece of AMERICAN Royalty. Barbara Bush was a straight shooter and woman of faith. I will miss her sincere laugh and piercing stare…may God bring His blessed peace on the Bush family in this time…
— Clay Walker (@ClayWalker) April 18, 2018
Just couldn’t help it… #BarbaraBush …man she was special… pic.twitter.com/I3ylsfaJDg
— Joe Bonsall (@joebonsall) April 18, 2018
“What a beautiful, classic lady Barbara Bush was. I remember standing with her on the White House lawn seeing off the President in the presidential helicopter going to Camp David. She reminded me so much of my own mother with her soft spoken strength and graciousness. It was clear to see how much the President loved and leaned on her. I feel so blessed to have met her and spent a little time with her. All my thoughts of love to the entire Bush family.” – Tanya Tucker
“I first met Barbara Bush doing literacy events. We hit it off and I was even invited to their private living area in the White House. I was always surprised at her bodacious, ‘tell it like it is’ personality. She loved her husband and sons fiercely. She will be missed.” – Naomi Judd
“We’ve lost an American treasure. It was my honor and my privilege to have known the 41st President of the United States of America and his beautiful wife. She brought dignity, class, integrity and beauty to a world that can always use those traits. Our world will miss you.” – Brenda Lee
“Former First Lady Barbara Bush was an American original, the kind they don’t make anymore. Our hearts and prayers are with the entire Bush Family.” – Bellamy Brothers