Gerald R. Ford, 1913-2006

Gerald Ford, the 38th President of the United States, passed away in his sleep last night at the age of 93.

Ford came into the Presidency, some say, "accidentally", being chosen by Richard Nixon to replace Spiro Agnew upon his resignation of the Vice Presidency, and coming to the Presidency under the cloud of Vietnam and Watergate, the scandal that brought down the Presidency of Richard Nixon. Ford may be most remembered for pardoning Richard Nixon for any crimes he may have committed during his presidency. At the time, this move angered many Americans and probably cost Ford from being elected to the Presidency when he was challenged by Jimmy Carter, but it has come to be recognized as a bold action that was necessary and key to starting to heal the wounds caused by Nixon's betrayal of the office.

We thank Gerald Ford for his service to our country. May he rest in peace in God's love.