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PRESIDENT GERALD R. FORD
SHOW YOUR ADMIRATION FOR THE

LIFE AND WORK OF FORMER

PRESIDENT GERALD FORD

Take Part in a Special Registry Signing in his Honor

To observe the passing of former President Gerald Ford, the Dignity Memorial Funeral and Cremation providers of the Washington, DC metropolitan area invite you to express your condolences by signing special register books that celebrate his life. The books will be added to similar registers from a network of more than 1600 other Dignity Memorial funeral homes and cemeteries throughout North America and forwarded to the Ford family as a gesture of compassion and mourning.

Gerald Ford will always be remembered as a man of great integrity, whose presidency spanned the difficult years following Watergate and the Vietnam War. A devoted public servant and humanitarian, Ford helped heal the country's wounds and restored faith in America's leaders.

Register signings will take place at the following locations between

the hours of 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2007.

Northern Virginia

Demaine Funeral Home, Inc.

520 South Washington Street

Alexandria, VA

703-549-0074

National Funeral Home, Inc.

7482 Lee Highway

Falls Church, VA

703-560-4400

Demaine Funeral Chapel, Inc.

5308 Backlick Road

Springfield, VA

703-549-0074

Arlington Funeral Home

3901 North Fairfax Drive

Arlington, VA 22203

703-522-1441

Maryland

Danzansky-Goldberg Memorial Chapels, Inc.

1170 Rockville Pike

Rockville, MD

301-340-1400

Fleck Funeral Home, Inc.

7601 Sandy Spring Road

Laurel, MD

301-490-0606

Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 31, 2006.
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My heart cries out to every Canadian in honour of the legacy that The Right Honourable M. Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q. left behind on the lives of each person in the entire Commonwealth.

March 1, 2024

My prayers are with the highly diplomatic defenders of the late Heinz Alfred Kissinger.

November 30, 2023

P. B.

November 27, 2023

Dear Ford Family,

Because of his public service to the citizens of the United States of America, President Ford
will live forever in our hearts and memories, Ma'ams and Sirs.

Respectfully,

Arneatha Flemming & Family

August 22, 2020

rest in peace to the 38th FMR PRESIDENT GERALD FORD MR FORD SERVED THIS COUNTRY WITH DIGNITY AND HONOR

JASON COMISO

November 2, 2016

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THIS COUNTRY! NEVER FORGOTTEN. MANY BLESSINGS TO THE FORD FAMILY

Valenda Newell

June 30, 2016

Fair winds and following seas sailor.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Harry Simpson

December 26, 2015

PRESIDENT FORD YOU WERE LOVED
U WERE THE MOST HONEST PRESIDENT. MAY U REST IN PEACE

PEG KIEFFER

August 21, 2014

Matthew McGuire

June 16, 2014

I still remember you....Thank you Mr. Ford...

September 10, 2013

Dear Ford Family, Present Ford was the most Honest Present He was loved By Many! RIP MR President. Peg Kieffer

October 28, 2012

Dear Ford Family, Present Ford was the most Honest Present He was loved By Many! RIP MR President.

October 28, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

D.L. Patton

July 12, 2011

Fond memories of President Ford; kindest regards to all who read this; God bless one and all

Ray Allen

July 12, 2011

For you Mr. President...

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio

December 23, 2009

DEAR FORD FAMILY,
I WISH THAT I HAD COME ACROSS THIS GUEST BOOK BEFORE BUT, I DIDN`T. HOPE YOUR LOSS IS, EASING A BIT.
HE WAS MY CONGRESSMAN WHEN, I WAS A CHILD IN, MICHIGAN.
HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND, A GOOD PRESIDENT.
TAKE CARE

SHIRLEY GREER

July 7, 2009

President Fords greatest gift to America came from within himself with his honesty truthfulness and courage to always strive to do the right thing in the sight of God even if it were not popular with the American public.

June 23, 2009

trevor fettig

April 13, 2009

As we come upon the one year anniversary of your passing onto
Glory may we remember the contributions you made to America. May we all strive to be parts of a solution and inspire others to greatness. I grew up in Grand Rapids and have many fond memories of your visits. Blessings to you in your eternal home.

Kimberly Somora

November 4, 2007

I first met with Jerry Ford in his office when I was seeking a congressional nomination to the USMA (WestPoint) in 1961. Jerry was always a gracious man and a leader with principals. He represented Western Michigan well during 1948-1976. My heart felt sympathies go out to Betty and their children and grandchildren. His leadership will be missed and he will not be forgotten.
Robert J. Blok, Sr.
COL, MC, USA

Robert Blok

July 26, 2007

Our prayers are with you. James Temple

Jame Temple

May 12, 2007

Our prayers are with you and your family forever in our hearts. God bless you.

Sarah DeFelice-Pilch

April 10, 2007

Just wanted to send condolenses to the family especially the First Lady. Our prayers are with you and your family. He wil be greatly missed, even thought I was a little girl back then I remember reading about him and all the great things he did.

Joyce Walker

April 1, 2007

Dear Ford Family--
I am not even a Republican, but I ALWAYS LOVED President Ford and ALWAYS admired Mrs. Ford. I loved him even more after his death and the release of his last interview. What a decent, honest man. I am glad he stood for what he believed in to the end. If you havent seen the tribute cartoon that Scott Stantis did of him after he died in the Birmingham News, look it up on the net under Scott Stantis. It is such a joyful and peaceful tribute to him. Thank you for everything you have done for women and for our country Mrs. Ford. You and Eleanor Roosevelt are the number one First Ladies of all time.
Sincerely, yours

Beverly Taylor

March 28, 2007

To all the members of the Ford Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. President Ford was a great man and will be deeply missed. God bless him and his family.

D. Ross

March 26, 2007

Our Heart.S Are Whth you all

St.Lucie County Shrine Club

March 25, 2007

Our country mourns the passing of President Ford, a courageous leader and honorable man. May God bless the Ford family.

Dianna Hartman

March 19, 2007

To the Ford family,
I grew up in Grand Rapids,and campaigned for your Dad when I was in High School.We would spend evenings at the Republican Headquarters downtown calling people.I still remember what we said 30 years later."If the election were today,could President Ford count on your vote"?
With Deepest Sympathy!

Brenda Dise

March 17, 2007

Dear Mr. President and The First Lady and Beloved Family-
Spirit is eternal.
God is love.
Thanks for the memories.
And may we all walk in honor.

Robin Wright

March 16, 2007

Rest in peace Mr. President.

Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)

March 15, 2007

Our Heart.S are With you all

Betty FORD Family

Charles & Josephine Vandermosten

March 13, 2007

Our Heart,S are With you all

Steve Sweeney

March 13, 2007

Our Heart,S are With you all

Matt & Ann Sweeney

March 13, 2007

Our Heart.S are With you all

Matt & Ann Sweeney

March 12, 2007

poems by rudyard kipling

justina vienes

March 10, 2007

It saddens me to know that our beloved advocate in all that is good & right in this world, will no longer enlighten us with his wisdom. A truly great president forever.

carmen panai

March 8, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

SHARON PERRINE

March 4, 2007

THE GOOD LORD BRINGS US IN TO THIS WORLD. ARE WORK HAS JUST STARTED UP IN HEAVEN. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FORD FAMILY.

THOMAS WHEATLEY

March 1, 2007

Our Prayers are with all of the Ford Family!! He will always be remembered!!

Amy Ahmed

February 26, 2007

I want to say how sorry I am for your loss. My grandma went to high school with President Ford, in St. Johns. She spoke very highly of him. He was a great man and will be missed by all.

Donna Ballenger

February 11, 2007

our heart,s are with you all

mr mrs david jack

February 7, 2007

May God give you the reward for your good works performed on this earth.

Theodothia king

February 3, 2007

We want to extend our sympathy to the family and say what an honor to have such a wonderful man as President of the United States.
Sincerely, Susan Roscillo and James E. Boutselis

Susan Roscillo

February 3, 2007

We want to extend our sympathy to the family and say what an honor to have such a wonderful man as President of the United States.
Sinerely, Susan Roscillo and James E. Boutselis

Susan Roscillo

February 3, 2007

We were honored to be able to pay tribute to this fine man by standing in line to pass his casket.
Grand Rapids you did him proud!

Sue Hoffman

January 31, 2007

To the family of President Gerald Ford I offer prayers and support ~ I lost my father this past November and know the pain you are going through ~ remember the love and happiness you shared. With kind regards,

Linda Munroe

January 30, 2007

A great & honorable man has gone home. May the blessings of the good Lord be with the Ford family in this time of (national)sorrow.

Barb Durham

January 29, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Myung Lee

January 27, 2007

May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
With Love,
J.E.,Rod,Adelia,Ruby,Archie,Juanita

Juanita Perry

January 26, 2007

Mr. Ford: Go on Eagles Wings

Paul, Judie & PJ Peters

January 25, 2007

The Nation suffered the loss of one of it’s greatest’s Heros a few weeks ago. Gerald R. Ford, brought out from this country a bitterly divided, depressed people, by a simple statement immediately after his swearing in as our 38th President; "America, Our Nightmare Is Over.” Those words were heard around the world. It regained respect, not only for the office of Presidency but to a questioning Nation paralyzed by the divisiveness drawing one American against another. It regained respect amongst other Nations whose support from the United States was so crucial.

History may or may not record him as a great President. Only time and unwritten history books will do that. But he was the last of the “progressives” or “moderates” of Republicanism, where the deficit is balanced and compromise is not defined as defeat, and where moving in the correct direction is done so by just listening to the common man/woman who today has all but been forgotten.

During his run for President in 1976 he once said: “Progress not platitudes. Performance not promises.” He lived up to that principle, despite public opinion polls, jokes, and usual media frenzies.

Thank you President Ford. You made US proud then, and reminded us of it again!

John Underwood

January 24, 2007

To the Ford Family:

We are deeply sorry for your loss, and wish you peace. Welcome Home, Mr. President!

Jim, Katie, and Molly Green

January 24, 2007

i know Gerald R ford went into a good place

kendle kingsburg

January 22, 2007

The world has lost a wonderful man! What an inspiration he has been to so many people throughout the world. God Bless President Gerald Ford, and may the Lord give his family the strength to carry out his legacy! Thank you--President Ford!!

Dave, Karen, Matthew Wagner

January 21, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Brenda Bobrowski

January 21, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Martha Diaz

January 19, 2007

President Ford was a truely honorable man. He will be missed.

Diane Nicholson Smith

January 18, 2007

Mr. President: You were a good President and a devoted servant to your Country. You will be missed. I pray that God take you to his heart. DM

Darryl Marshall

January 18, 2007

Thank you for your leadership. We will all miss You.

Wayne Marshall

January 18, 2007

God Bless You and your Family. I love you.

Evan Lerman

January 18, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the Family.

Linda Gonzalez

January 17, 2007

Mrs. Ford, Michael, Jack, Steven, and Susan,

My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May reading God's Word give you strength, and may you hope in the fact that Christ's death on the cross washes away the sins of those who believe.

D. Parnell McCarter

January 16, 2007

Let us not mourn but celebrate with Gerald on his walk of honor to our Savior, the Lord, Jesus Christ! The philosophy statement of Gerald is one with the Lord “A government big enough to give us everything we want is a government big enough to take from us everything we have” As is with our Savior, the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Karen Darling

January 16, 2007

To the Ford family my deepest sorrow to you all,I want to thank you for letting us all share this difficult time with you,you are all a pillar of strength.President Ford was a great man,He made all of michigan proud of him and the united states He and you will nerver be forgotten Thank you,God bless you all.

David gass

January 15, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Antoinette L. Bolden

January 13, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Ronald E. Haywood

January 13, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Tikila Haywood

January 13, 2007

MRS.FORD & FAMILY:

LOVE LEAVES A MEMORY NO ONE CAN STEAL. DEATH LEAVES A HEARTACHE NO ONE CAN HEAL. MY SYMPATHY TO ALL OF
THE FORD FAMILY.

PEACE BE WITH YOU
DORIS PRYOR

DORIS PRYOR

January 12, 2007

To the family of Gerald Ford
What a terrible loss we have endured with the passing of our most wonderful president and human being. God Bless Betty for being so strong throughout the week, I know our heavenly father was watching over her and the family. I know what a loss you must feel and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you, in the coming weeks and months. He is with our Heavenly Father now and wrapped in his loving arms. May God Bless all of you during this difficult time.
Sincerely
Jeri

Jeri

January 12, 2007

Our sympathy to President Ford's family and friends. You remain in our prayers.

Sue, Gerry, Chris, and Beth Acklin

January 12, 2007

You will be missed ,but truely not forgotton!

BJ Leet

January 12, 2007

We have lost a great man but our country was blessed to have him as our leader. Our sympathy to the family.

Richard and Judy Walkotten

January 11, 2007

I wish me were as taught now as we were then thank you MR. Ford. We need more like you Love to your family. we wear bless then

Doris Cooksey

January 11, 2007

brenda miller

January 11, 2007

May the Lord guide you through your loss and may your memories give you
comfort.
The World has lost a great man.

Pat & Randy Pastoor

January 11, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Wilfred Johnson

January 11, 2007

President Ford was a gentleman and a scholar. He healed our country at a very difficult time.
Our sympathy to his wife Betty and his lovely family.

Dr. & Mrs. Robert C. Richards

January 11, 2007

DEAR FAMILY AND FRIENDS,
OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS FOR OUR
DEAR PRESIDENT GERALD FORD.

RICK & RUTH JOHANNES

January 11, 2007

They say you gave the greatest sacrifice sir, your entire political career. You did this to heal an open wound for a country that was hurt. I think you are a wonderful man, an outstanding father and husband, an example for all leaders – but most of all, a good, decent human being. May God bless you and your family.

Pam Turner

January 11, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS THE FORD FAMILY-
SINCERELY,
ALMA RENNER
SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA

alma renner

January 10, 2007

You were an inspiration and will be greatly missed.

Michele Mellema

January 10, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Pastor Reuben Richardson & wife Denice Richardson

January 10, 2007

As a general concensus, I believe that most people along with our Heavenly Father hold this to be true about Gerald R. Ford - job well done, good and faithful servant.

Denise Krcatovich

January 10, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Shirley Meyers

January 10, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Paul & Betty Jordon

January 10, 2007

In 1976 I was a Ford delegate at the Iowa caucus and state convention, and an alternate delegate to the national convention. Turning 18 that fall, and voting for the first time, I had studied/lived through Watergate and was to major in poli sci in college that fall. President Ford was a decent, honorable man who brought integrity, humanity and healing to the White House when it was most needed. I remember the excitement of his visit(s) to Des Moines, where I watched him speak from the capitol grounds while I was still in high school. His midwestern sensibilities, kindness and understated (but firm)personality remind me of my Dad. What a treasure was President Ford, and I offer condolences to his family. Across the country we gave him a beautiful, respectful farewell - evidence of his providential place in our history and hearts.

Barbara Johnson

January 10, 2007

President Ford,

Thank you for giving yourself to your country.

Linda Hatcher

Linda Hatcher

January 10, 2007

No life is long enough that has contributed so much. Few people, let alone Presidents, will ever have the qualities of Gerald Ford. His influence will forever be carried down in family, friends, and citizens. Rest in peace.

RJ Smith

January 10, 2007

Dear Mrs. Ford and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We are proud that President Ford was from "Our" town and proud that West Michigan shown so brightly as we all said good-bye.

John and Barb Stuckey

January 10, 2007

May God bless this honorable man and hold him close. This country was blessed to have him as president at such a crucial time.

My sympathy to his family.

Meryl Johnson

January 10, 2007

We express condolences and heart felt sadness to the family.We will
miss him.
Macon Fire Dept.
Macon,North Carolina 27551

Glenda Ellis

January 9, 2007

my sincere sympathy goes out to you. i know what its like to lose som,eone, of importace take care.

lydia hric

January 9, 2007

You were a brave man & a courageous president. Your honesty & humble honor of the title of "President" is sorely missed. I pray for your family in this time of grief.

Sandra K.

January 9, 2007

I wish to offer my sincere sympathy to the Ford Family.

Elaine James

January 9, 2007

To Brother Ford's family my deepest regrets. In the 1970's I watched President Ford make that hole in one at the Danny Thomas Memphis Classic. It was amazing. Many years later I became a member of our fine fraternity of Freemasons. May God bless you in this hour of sorrow. I will keep you in my prayers.

Worshipful Brother R. Scott Stanley,
Grand Lodge of Tennessee

R. Scott Stanley

January 9, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ford Family in this difficult time. I just lost my Father on Dec. 29th after a fall at home in Sept. I know the only thing that gets me through is that Dad is with God now and he is not suffering anymore. So Mr. Ford is with God and he is happy and healthy and he is probably shaking hands with my Dad. God Bless you Mrs. Ford & your family.

STEPHANIE CRAIGHEAD

January 8, 2007

May you be comforted by the sweet memories of your loved one. Use his "sayings"in your everyday life. Laugh at jokes that he used to tell. These things will comfort you.Hold each other often and closely. We all will miss Gerald Ford.

Laurel Meyerholtz

January 8, 2007

finally at home with jesus

joann edwards

January 8, 2007

I grew up in Grand Rapids and went to Central High with Mrs. Ford. My husband Jack double dated with Mrs Ford and her friend.We were thrilled to see them at the opening of the Ford Presidential Museum. Mrs. Ford recognized my husband and greeted him warmly. Gerald Ford was a wonderful President and he made the people of Grand Rapids so proud!I was impressed by how lovingly Mrs. Ford was treated by her children at the many services held around the country. Their love and devotion will help her through her heartache. America lost a wonderful leader with the death of Gerald Ford

Margaret(De Ruiter) Bodbyl

January 8, 2007

Mrs. Ford and Family,
My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. May God's Blessings be on your Family.

Shirley Swindal

January 8, 2007

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