Rosalynn Carter's Memorial Services: A Farewell Remembered

Memorial services will be held over three days in Georgia to celebrate the life and legacy of former first lady Rosalynn Carter, who passed away at the age of 96. The events will include a wreath-laying ceremony, a repose service, a tribute service, and a funeral service in Plains, where she will be buried. President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other dignitaries will attend the memorial. Rosalynn Carter's initiatives, particularly her work on mental health care and advocacy for caregivers and gender equality, will be highlighted during the ceremonies. The locations of the events hold significance as they are places of importance to the Carters, including their shared hometown of Plains.
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