George H.W. Bush, 41st President, Dead At 94

George Herbert Walker Bush has died at age 94.

Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died Friday evening at his home in Houston.

His son, George W. Bush, the 43rd president, announced the death.

Bush and his family spent summers at their home in Kennebunkport, Maine.

Bush's death comes less than eight months after the death of his wife, Barbara Bush, in April.

George H.W. Bush served as president from 1989 to 1993.

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, issued the following statement.

On Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, Maine, stands a simple yet powerful monument, a gift from the people of that small town to a friend and neighbor.  The monument is a United States Navy anchor; the friend and neighbor is President George Herbert Walker Bush.

“It is a fitting tribute.  President Bush often called the family home at Walker’s Point his ‘anchor to windward,’ a special place of unsurpassed natural beauty in a caring community.  Through the years, it was been the place that gave him the strength to face the many challenges he took on in dedicated service to our country.

“It is fitting in another way.  As a Navy aviator in World War II, in Congress, as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Vice President, and President, George H.W. Bush consistently and vigorously demonstrated the values that are the anchor of American society.  Courage, duty, honor, and compassion define our nation and his life.  As he encouraged Americans to be a “thousand points of light” through service to others, he shone the brightest.

“These values were also demonstrated by his First Lady, Barbara, his devoted partner for 73 wonderful years.  As we recall what President and Mrs. Bush gave to our nation, we also reflect upon what we have lost. 

“The end of a life so devoted to the highest ideals of the human spirit brings to mind the Parable of the Talents.  The master, leaving on a journey, entrusts a servant with a portion of his treasure.  Upon his return, the master is delighted to find that his wealth was wisely invested and multiplied.

“George Herbert Walker Bush was entrusted with the great treasure of principles, determination, and courage.  He invested that treasure wisely and multiplied it to the benefit of all.  Like the master in the New Testament, to him we say, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.’ May God bless him and keep his memory always anchored in our hearts.

Maine Gov. Paul LePage issued the following statement.

"It was with great sadness that Ann and I heard the news last night of the passing of President Bush. America has lost an icon," stated Governor LePage. "He can now rest with his beloved Barbara."

"President Bush has been an unwavering supporter of Maine and a vibrant part of the Kennebunkport community for decades. We shall keep the Bush family in our hearts at this difficult time. On behalf of the people of Maine, we send our deepest condolences. Know that President Bush's life and legacy of public service will be an eternal source of hope and inspiration for the people of Maine and around the world," Governor LePage said. "America has lost a true gentle-man."