Macel Falwell (1933–2015), widow of the Rev. Jerry Falwell Sr.

Macel Falwell, the widow of the Rev. Jerry Falwell Sr., has died, according to The Associated Press. She was 82. The Falwell family announced her death Thursday on social media. Jerry Falwell Jr. confirmed his mother's death in an email Friday to The Associated Press and wrote that the family was preparing a statement.